Ethics & Professional Standards Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a code of ethics in CPI practice?
Answer: To establish professional conduct standards and guide ethical decision-making
A code of ethics provides a framework of professional values and behavioral standards that guides practitioners in ethical decisions while maintaining public trust.
In CPI practice, what constitutes a conflict of interest?
Answer: When personal interests could compromise professional judgment
A conflict of interest occurs when personal, financial, or other interests could potentially influence professional judgment and decisions.
What should a CPI professional do upon discovering a colleague's unethical conduct?
Answer: Report through appropriate channels with proper documentation
Professionals have an obligation to report misconduct through proper channels while documenting observations to support investigation.
What does professional competency require of a CPI practitioner?
Answer: Maintaining current knowledge through continuing education
Professional competency requires ongoing education, staying current with developments, and practicing only within qualified areas.
What is informed consent in CPI professional practice?
Answer: Providing complete information about services, risks, and alternatives for voluntary decisions
Informed consent requires clear, complete information about proposed services, risks, outcomes, and alternatives so clients can make knowledgeable decisions.
What is a CPI professional's obligation regarding confidentiality?
Answer: Protecting client information and disclosing only with authorization or legal requirement
Confidentiality requires protecting all client information from unauthorized disclosure, sharing only with consent or legal mandate.