Professional Development and Ethics Flashcards
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A case manager is subpoenaed to testify about a client's treatment. Before disclosing any information, what should the case manager do?
Answer: Consult with agency legal counsel and notify the client before releasing any information
A subpoena alone does not override confidentiality — legal counsel should be consulted and the client notified before disclosure.
Which professional body specifically certifies Behavioral Health Case Managers and oversees the CBHCM credential?
Answer: Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC)
The Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) administers the CCM and related behavioral health case management credentials.
When a case manager's personal values conflict with a client's treatment choices, the ethically appropriate response is to:
Answer: Acknowledge the conflict, maintain professional conduct, and seek supervision if needed
Professional ethics require case managers to separate personal values from professional duties and seek supervision when conflicts arise.
Which element is ESSENTIAL for obtaining valid informed consent from a behavioral health client?
Answer: Disclosure of risks, benefits, and alternatives in language the client can understand
Valid informed consent requires comprehensible disclosure of risks, benefits, and alternatives so the client can make a truly voluntary, informed decision.
A case manager accepts a gift of significant monetary value from a grateful client's family. This PRIMARILY raises concern regarding which ethical principle?
Answer: Boundary violations and conflicts of interest
Accepting gifts of significant value from clients or their families creates potential conflicts of interest and violates professional boundary standards.
Mandatory reporting laws for suspected child abuse apply to behavioral health case managers:
Answer: Regardless of whether the information came from the client, a third party, or observation
As mandated reporters, case managers must report reasonable suspicion of child abuse regardless of the source of information.
Reflective practice in professional development PRIMARILY involves:
Answer: Critically examining one's own assumptions, biases, and professional actions to improve practice
Reflective practice is an ongoing process of critically examining one's own work, assumptions, and biases to enhance professional effectiveness.