CCM Ethics, Advocacy, & Legal Issues 3

Question 1

When a case manager encounters a conflict between a client's stated preferences and the family's wishes, the ethical priority is to:

Accepted Answer

Honor the client's autonomous decision if the client has capacity

Answer

Autonomy dictates that competent clients have the right to make their own healthcare decisions regardless of family disagreement.

Question 2

Which ethical framework evaluates the morality of an action based solely on its outcomes and overall benefit?

Accepted Answer

Utilitarian ethics

Answer

Utilitarianism judges actions by their consequences, seeking the greatest good for the greatest number of people.

Question 3

A case manager learns a client is being discharged to an unsafe home environment. The BEST ethical action is to:

Accepted Answer

Advocate for a safety assessment and explore alternatives before discharge

Answer

Advocacy requires the case manager to ensure a safety assessment and explore alternatives, balancing autonomy with non-maleficence.

Question 4

In the context of CCM practice, 'fidelity' as an ethical principle means:

Accepted Answer

Keeping promises and honoring commitments to clients

Answer

Fidelity refers to the obligation to keep promises, be truthful, and honor commitments made to clients and colleagues.

Question 5

A client signs a consent form but later states they did not understand what they agreed to. This raises concerns about:

Accepted Answer

The validity of informed consent

Answer

Valid informed consent requires comprehension; a signature without understanding does not constitute legally or ethically valid consent.

(CCM) Certified Care Manager Practice Test