CRS Ethical Boundaries 4

Question 1

A client discloses they are currently abusing a child in their care. The CRS must:

Accepted Answer

Report immediately to child protective services as a mandated reporter

Answer

Mandated reporting laws require immediate reporting of known or suspected child abuse, superseding confidentiality obligations.

Question 2

A CRS who meets a former client at a recovery event two years after discharge should:

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the client warmly but maintain appropriate professional discretion

Answer

Acknowledging a former client respectfully while not discussing treatment details maintains dignity and appropriate confidentiality.

Question 3

Which ethical principle supports a client's right to make their own recovery decisions, even if the CRS disagrees?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy

Answer

Autonomy recognizes that clients have the right to self-determination and to make informed choices about their own recovery journey.

Question 4

A CRS lends money to a client experiencing a financial crisis. This action is best characterized as:

Accepted Answer

A boundary violation that creates a financial dual relationship

Answer

Lending money to a client creates a financial entanglement that fundamentally compromises the professional relationship.

Question 5

Cultural humility in ethical practice requires a CRS to:

Accepted Answer

Recognize the limits of their cultural knowledge and remain open to learning

Answer

Cultural humility involves an ongoing commitment to self-reflection and learning about diverse cultural perspectives in service delivery.

(CRS) Certified Recovery Specialist Practice Test