CHES Ethics in Health Education 3

Question 1

A health educator working in a school notices a student discloses abuse during a session. What is the ethical and legal obligation?

Accepted Answer

Report it to mandatory reporting authorities

Answer

Mandatory reporting laws require health educators to report suspected child abuse, superseding general confidentiality obligations.

Question 2

When developing culturally sensitive health education materials, the ethical principle most emphasized is:

Accepted Answer

Respect for persons and cultural diversity

Answer

Respecting cultural diversity is an ethical responsibility that ensures programs are relevant, respectful, and effective for all populations.

Question 3

A health educator uses persuasive messaging tactics that exploit fear to change behavior. This approach raises concerns about which ethical principle?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy

Answer

Using fear-based manipulation undermines participants' autonomy by bypassing rational decision-making.

Question 4

A health education researcher wants to conduct a study involving vulnerable populations. The first ethical step should be:

Accepted Answer

Obtain IRB approval before proceeding

Answer

Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval is required before conducting research involving human subjects to protect participants.

Question 5

What does 'fidelity' mean as an ethical obligation for health educators?

Accepted Answer

Keeping promises and honoring commitments to clients

Answer

Fidelity refers to being honest and keeping commitments, building trust between health educators and those they serve.

CHES - Certified Health Education Specialist Practice Test

CHES - Certified Health Education Specialist Practice Test

CHES Ethics in Health Education 3