CBS Professional Ethics & Communication 5

Question 1

A CBS is providing support via telehealth to a client in a different state. Which ethical consideration is UNIQUE to this situation?

Accepted Answer

Compliance with state-specific regulations and licensure requirements for telehealth practice

Answer

Telehealth practice across state lines introduces unique legal and regulatory requirements, including state-specific telehealth laws and jurisdiction-specific practice standards.

Question 2

Which scenario BEST illustrates the ethical principle of veracity in CBS practice?

Accepted Answer

Honestly informing a client that her situation may require supplementation even if the news is difficult to hear

Answer

Veracity means being truthful with clients even when the truth is difficult, as honest communication is foundational to a trustworthy professional relationship.

Question 3

A CBS is involved in a research study and is asked to include clients in the study without their knowledge. The CBS should:

Accepted Answer

Refuse, as research participation requires informed consent from all participants

Answer

Informed consent is a non-negotiable ethical requirement for research participation; clients must be fully informed and voluntarily agree to participate.

Question 4

A CBS who is also a registered nurse is asked by a client to prescribe domperidone to increase milk supply. The CBS should:

Accepted Answer

Explain that prescribing medications is outside the CBS scope of practice and refer to the client's physician

Answer

Prescribing medications is outside the CBS scope of practice regardless of other credentials held; the client must be referred to an appropriate prescribing provider.

Question 5

A CBS overhears a coworker making demeaning remarks about a breastfeeding mother's weight and appearance. This behavior MOST directly violates which ethical standard?

Accepted Answer

The professional obligation to treat all clients with dignity and respect

Answer

All healthcare professionals, including CBS practitioners, are obligated to treat clients with dignity and respect, and discriminatory or demeaning behavior is a serious ethical violation.

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CBS Professional Ethics & Communication 5