CBHT Ethics & Professionalism 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Why is maintaining professional boundaries important for BHTs?
- To create personal friendships
- To socialize outside of work
- To ensure ethical client care (Correct answer)
- To share personal beliefs
Correct answer: To ensure ethical client care
Professional boundaries protect the client-therapist relationship and promote ethical, respectful care.
Question 2: What should a BHT do if they witness unethical behavior by a colleague?
- Ignore the behavior
- Join in to avoid conflict
- Report it to a supervisor (Correct answer)
- Discuss it with clients
Correct answer: Report it to a supervisor
BHTs are obligated to report unethical conduct to a supervisor to maintain a safe, ethical workplace.
Question 3: What is a core value of professionalism in behavioral health?
- Prioritizing personal views
- Respecting client dignity (Correct answer)
- Minimizing client involvement
- Enforcing rigid control
Correct answer: Respecting client dignity
Respecting client dignity means honoring their autonomy, privacy, and rights at all times.
Question 4: Which action violates ethical guidelines for BHTs?
- Documenting sessions
- Attending supervision
- Accepting personal gifts from clients (Correct answer)
- Following the treatment plan
Correct answer: Accepting personal gifts from clients
Accepting gifts from clients can create bias and compromise the therapeutic relationship.
Question 5: Why is confidentiality essential in behavioral health settings?
- To avoid team collaboration
- To create social media updates
- To maintain client privacy and trust (Correct answer)
- To limit paperwork
Correct answer: To maintain client privacy and trust
Confidentiality builds trust and complies with legal standards like HIPAA to protect client information.
Question 6: How can BHTs demonstrate ethical professionalism daily?
- Sharing client stories at lunch
- Arriving late if needed
- Maintaining honesty and respect (Correct answer)
- Posting about work on social media
Correct answer: Maintaining honesty and respect
Being punctual, honest, and respectful shows commitment to ethical standards and quality care.
CBHT Ethics & Professionalism 1
Why is maintaining professional boundaries important for BHTs?