CPG Ethical Standards 4

Question 1

A guardian serves wards from multiple cultural backgrounds. Ethically, the guardian must:

Accepted Answer

Respect and incorporate each ward's cultural values and preferences into care decisions

Answer

Ethical guardians must honor and incorporate the cultural backgrounds, values, and preferences of each individual ward into their decision-making.

Question 2

A guardian is considering placing a ward in a facility in which the guardian has a financial stake. This situation requires the guardian to:

Accepted Answer

Disclose the conflict to the court and seek independent approval before placement

Answer

A financial interest in a placement facility creates a direct conflict of interest that must be disclosed to the court, which must independently approve the placement.

Question 3

The least restrictive alternative principle in guardianship ethics means:

Accepted Answer

The guardian should select the option that maximizes the ward's autonomy while ensuring adequate protection

Answer

The least restrictive alternative principle requires guardians to choose options that provide necessary protection while preserving as much of the ward's autonomy as possible.

Question 4

When a guardian disagrees with a court order they believe is not in the ward's best interest, the appropriate ethical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Comply with the order while petitioning the court to modify it through proper legal channels

Answer

A guardian must comply with valid court orders while advocating for change through proper legal procedures, as guardians are officers of the court.

Question 5

A guardian who has not seen the ward in several months due to workload issues is most likely violating which ethical standard?

Accepted Answer

Adequate supervision and monitoring of the ward's welfare

Answer

Regular in-person contact is required for guardians to monitor the ward's welfare; prolonged absence violates the duty of adequate supervision.

(CPG) Certified Professional Guardian Practice Test

(CPG) Certified Professional Guardian Practice Test

CPG Ethical Standards 4