MFT Professional Ethics 5

Question 1

An MFT's client base is predominantly from a cultural group unfamiliar to the therapist. Ethically, the therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Seek cultural competence training and supervision to provide effective services

Answer

MFTs have an ethical obligation to develop cultural competence through training, supervision, and ongoing education when serving diverse populations.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'professional will' as it applies to MFT practice?

Accepted Answer

A plan ensuring client care continuity if the therapist dies or becomes incapacitated

Answer

A professional will designates a colleague to manage client transitions, record security, and ongoing care if the therapist is suddenly unable to practice.

Question 3

Under the AAMFT Code of Ethics, when an MFT becomes aware of an ethical violation by a colleague, they are expected to:

Accepted Answer

Address the concern with the colleague first if it does not jeopardize client welfare, then consider formal reporting

Answer

The AAMFT Code encourages addressing ethical concerns informally with the colleague first when doing so does not risk client harm, before escalating to formal reporting.

Question 4

A therapist treating a family learns that the adolescent identified patient has begun using marijuana recreationally, which is legal in their state. The therapist must:

Accepted Answer

Assess whether use poses a risk to the minor and address it clinically within existing confidentiality guidelines

Answer

Legal substance use by a minor should be clinically assessed for risk; confidentiality should be broken only if the minor is in significant danger.

Question 5

The ethical principle of 'fidelity' in MFT practice primarily refers to:

Accepted Answer

Keeping promises and honoring commitments to clients, colleagues, and the profession

Answer

Fidelity involves being trustworthy and keeping professional commitments, including honoring confidentiality agreements and therapeutic contracts.

MFT Exam Practice Test

MFT Exam Practice Test

MFT Professional Ethics 5