CLT Confidentiality & Ethics

Question 1

Why is confidentiality essential in legal transcription?

Accepted Answer

To maintain trust and protect sensitive information

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To simplify the editing process

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To create marketing content

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To comply with grammar rules

Question 2

What is an ethical violation in legal transcription?

Accepted Answer

Discussing a case with a friend

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Using a headset

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Taking work home

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Correcting typos

Question 3

Which of the following demonstrates ethical conduct?

Accepted Answer

Transcribing neutrally and accurately

Answer

Altering statements for clarity

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Adding personal opinions

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Changing names for anonymity

Question 4

How should a transcriptionist handle a conflict of interest?

Accepted Answer

Disclose the conflict and recuse if needed

Answer

Continue silently

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Delete parts of the transcript

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Ignore the situation

Question 5

Which action best protects client confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

Encrypting and securing files

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Saving files to public drives

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Printing transcripts at a coffee shop

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Sharing files through messaging apps

Question 6

Why must transcriptionists avoid altering the tone or intent of recorded statements?

Accepted Answer

To preserve legal accuracy and intent

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To reduce transcript length

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To meet formatting limits

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To make it easier to read