LCSW Ethics and Professional Standards 2

Question 1

Which ethical principle requires social workers to respect clients' rights to make their own decisions, even decisions that may not be in their best interest?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Nonmaleficence

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Justice

Question 2

An LCSW is subpoenaed for a client's records in a divorce proceeding. The client has NOT signed a release. The LCSW should:

Accepted Answer

Consult an attorney and notify the client before releasing records

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Provide the records immediately to comply with the subpoena

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Refuse to comply and destroy the records

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Release only a summary of records, not full notes

Question 3

According to NASW ethical standards, which of the following is an example of a boundary violation rather than a boundary crossing?

Accepted Answer

Entering a sexual relationship with a former client after termination

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Attending a client's graduation ceremony with supervisor approval

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Accepting a small holiday gift with clinical documentation

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Providing a client a ride to an emergency appointment

Question 4

Cultural competency in ethical practice requires the LCSW to:

Accepted Answer

Recognize how cultural factors influence the helping relationship

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Treat all clients identically regardless of cultural background

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Modify all evidence-based practices to fit cultural preferences

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Defer to cultural norms even when they conflict with client safety

Question 5

An LCSW in private practice is terminating services due to relocation. The most ethical approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Provide 30 days notice and a list of referrals

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Transfer all client files to a local agency without client consent

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Abruptly terminate to minimize client dependency

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Continue via telehealth indefinitely to avoid abandonment

Question 6

When using technology for telehealth services, an LCSW must ensure:

Accepted Answer

HIPAA-compliant platforms are used and informed consent addresses telehealth specifics

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Clients sign a standard in-person consent form

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Sessions are recorded for quality assurance without client knowledge

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Telehealth is only used for clients with mild symptoms