Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Professional and Ethical Responsibilities 2

Question 1

A client discloses during a group session that they are currently selling drugs to minors. What is the counselor's MOST appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Consult with a supervisor to determine if mandatory reporting is required

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Immediately call law enforcement without informing the client

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Disclose the information to all group members to address it collectively

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Ignore it because it was shared in a group therapy context

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the principle of 'fidelity' in counseling ethics?

Accepted Answer

Being honest and keeping promises made to clients

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Keeping all client information absolutely confidential under any circumstance

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Promoting the client's best interests above all else

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Avoiding harm to clients through careful treatment planning

Question 3

A Chemical Dependency Counselor is also in recovery and shares personal stories frequently in sessions. This practice most closely raises concerns about:

Accepted Answer

Inappropriate self-disclosure

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Dual relationships

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Scope of practice violations

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Breach of confidentiality

Question 4

Under HIPAA, what is the minimum necessary standard?

Accepted Answer

Disclosing only the minimum amount of protected health information needed to accomplish the intended purpose

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Sharing all records whenever another provider requests them

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Releasing records only with a signed court order

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Providing full records to insurance companies for billing purposes

Question 5

A counselor discovers they share a social media platform with a current client who has sent a friend request. The counselor should:

Accepted Answer

Decline the request and discuss appropriate boundaries with the client in session

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Accept the request to maintain therapeutic rapport outside of sessions

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Block the client's profile to eliminate any further contact

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Ignore the request and not address it

Question 6

Which ethical principle supports a client's right to refuse treatment even if the counselor believes it is in their best interest?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Non-maleficence

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Justice

Question 7

A counselor is asked to testify in court about a client's treatment. Which document should the counselor obtain before disclosing any information?

Accepted Answer

A written release of information signed by the client

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A subpoena signed by a judge

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A written request from the attorney

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A court order signed by a judge