CLT Business, Ethics & Professional Standards 2

Question 1

How long are healthcare providers typically required to retain adult client records in the US?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 7 years, though state laws vary

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1 year after the last treatment

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Indefinitely without exception

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5 years, standardized nationwide

Question 2

A client asks a CLT to diagnose a skin condition before beginning light therapy. How should the CLT respond?

Accepted Answer

Explain that diagnosis is outside the CLT's scope and refer the client to a licensed physician

Answer

Provide a general assessment based on visual inspection only

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Diagnose the condition using established dermatology criteria

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Treat the visible symptoms without making any formal statement

Question 3

What is professional liability insurance (errors and omissions) designed to protect a CLT against?

Accepted Answer

Claims arising from professional negligence or failure to perform duties competently

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Theft of equipment from the practice

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Personal health issues that prevent the CLT from working

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Costs of continuing education requirements

Question 4

What ethical principle does 'nonmaleficence' refer to in CLT practice?

Accepted Answer

The obligation to do no harm to clients

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The requirement to treat all clients equally

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The duty to provide honest information

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The commitment to professional development

Question 5

Which practice is considered a boundary violation in a CLT-client professional relationship?

Accepted Answer

Accepting a substantial personal gift from a client in exchange for discounted sessions

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Keeping detailed session notes after each appointment

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Referring a client to a specialist outside your scope

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Charging a standard cancellation fee

Question 6

What is the purpose of maintaining continuing education (CE) credits as a CLT?

Accepted Answer

To stay current with evolving evidence, techniques, and standards of care

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To legally market services as 'advanced' treatments

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To fulfill a one-time post-certification requirement

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To qualify for reduced malpractice insurance premiums only