CRSS Foundation and Recovery Management 3

Question 1

Which ethical principle requires a recovery support specialist to keep a client's information confidential unless specific exceptions apply?

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality

Answer

Confidentiality is an ethical and legal obligation requiring that a client's personal information not be disclosed without their informed consent, with limited exceptions.

Question 2

When a recovery support specialist operates within their 'scope of practice,' they are:

Accepted Answer

Performing only the duties for which they are trained and credentialed

Answer

Scope of practice defines the boundaries of roles and responsibilities a recovery support specialist is trained, credentialed, and authorized to perform.

Question 3

A client discloses they plan to harm themselves. According to ethical guidelines, the recovery support specialist MUST:

Accepted Answer

Contact emergency services or a supervisor immediately

Answer

Imminent risk of self-harm is a mandatory exception to confidentiality, requiring the specialist to contact emergency services or a supervisor immediately.

Question 4

In the context of CRSS, 'dual relationships' are generally discouraged because they:

Accepted Answer

Create conflicts of interest that can harm the client

Answer

Dual relationships occur when a specialist has both a professional and personal relationship with a client, creating conflicts of interest that compromise objectivity and trust.

Question 5

The principle of 'self-determination' in recovery support services means:

Accepted Answer

The client has the right to make their own choices about their recovery

Answer

Self-determination upholds the individual's right to direct their own recovery journey and make informed choices about their lives.

CRSS - Certified Recovery Support Specialist Practice Test

CRSS - Certified Recovery Support Specialist Practice Test

CRSS Foundation and Recovery Management 3