RPT Ethics & Cultural Competency in Practice

Question 1

Why is confidentiality important in therapeutic settings?

Accepted Answer

It maintains trust and respects client privacy

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It makes documentation easier

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It ensures clients return for services

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It is legally required in all cases

Question 2

What is cultural competence?

Accepted Answer

Understanding and respecting cultural differences

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Avoiding cultural discussions

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Applying a single approach to all clients

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Using only evidence-based models

Question 3

What is an example of an ethical dilemma in therapy?

Accepted Answer

Receiving a gift from a client

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Documenting a session

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Explaining confidentiality to the client

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Scheduling an appointment

Question 4

How can a therapist demonstrate cultural humility?

Accepted Answer

By showing curiosity and respect for the client’s background

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By assuming all clients are the same

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By ignoring cultural factors

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By focusing only on diagnosis

Question 5

When must a therapist break confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

If there is risk of harm to self or others

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If the client disagrees with the treatment

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If the therapist feels uncomfortable

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If the client arrives late

Question 6

Which principle is part of the ethical code for play therapists?

Accepted Answer

Nonmaleficence – do no harm

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Judgmental behavior

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Withholding information

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Prioritizing therapist convenience

Question 7

Why is self-awareness important in cultural competence?

Accepted Answer

It ensures fairness and reduces bias in practice

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It helps therapists feel confident

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It prevents all misunderstandings

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It allows more direct advice-giving

Question 8

What is a microaggression?

Accepted Answer

An unconscious discriminatory remark

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A form of praise

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An intentional insult

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An honest question

Question 9

How should a therapist respond to cultural misunderstandings with a client?

Accepted Answer

Apologize and discuss the misunderstanding

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Ignore the issue

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End the session immediately

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Refer the client to another provider