CRS Ethical Boundaries 5

Question 1

A CRS working in a small rural community encounters a client at the only local grocery store regularly. The most ethical approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Discuss this reality openly with the client and plan in advance how to handle it

Answer

Proactively discussing unavoidable community contact with clients allows both parties to handle encounters in a way that preserves dignity and boundaries.

Question 2

The ethical obligation of 'fidelity' in recovery support services means:

Accepted Answer

Keeping promises, being honest, and honoring commitments to clients

Answer

Fidelity involves being trustworthy, keeping commitments, and being truthful in all professional interactions with clients.

Question 3

Which scenario best illustrates the ethical principle of justice in recovery support?

Accepted Answer

Allocating recovery services equitably regardless of a client's background or resources

Answer

Justice requires fair and equitable distribution of services without discrimination based on financial status or background.

Question 4

A CRS disagrees with a supervisor's directive that seems to compromise client care. The most appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Express disagreement professionally and document the concern through proper channels

Answer

Voicing professional disagreement through legitimate channels allows for dialogue and creates a record without violating professional responsibilities.

Question 5

Informed consent in recovery support services must include:

Accepted Answer

The nature of services, confidentiality limits, and client rights

Answer

Valid informed consent requires that clients understand what services involve, the limits of confidentiality, and their rights as participants.

(CRS) Certified Recovery Specialist Practice Test

(CRS) Certified Recovery Specialist Practice Test

CRS Ethical Boundaries 5