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  1. A terminally ill client asks their social worker to help them explore end-of-life options, including physician-assisted death in a state where it is legal. Which ethical principle should guide the social worker's response?

    Answer: Client self-determination

    Client self-determination means respecting the client's right to make their own informed decisions, even when the social worker may personally disagree.

  2. What is the PRIMARY ethical obligation of a social worker who suspects that an agency's billing practices are fraudulent?

    Answer: Report concerns through appropriate internal and external channels

    Social workers have an ethical duty to report unethical practices through proper channels to protect clients and the integrity of the profession.

  3. A social worker is transitioning a long-term client to a new therapist due to relocation. Which ethical responsibility is MOST critical during this process?

    Answer: Ensuring continuity of care through proper referral and transfer

    Continuity of care during termination requires proper referral, transfer of relevant information, and ensuring the client's needs will continue to be met.

  4. Which situation represents a violation of the ethical standard regarding informed consent?

    Answer: Beginning treatment before discussing potential risks, benefits, and alternatives

    Informed consent requires that clients understand risks, benefits, alternatives, and their rights before treatment begins.

  5. A social worker learns confidential information about a client that suggests the client's child may be at risk of neglect. What ethical duty takes precedence over confidentiality?

    Answer: Duty to protect vulnerable persons

    Mandatory reporting laws and the ethical duty to protect vulnerable persons, especially children, override confidentiality obligations.

  6. According to the NASW Code of Ethics, what is the social worker's responsibility regarding cultural competence?

    Answer: Obtain education about and demonstrate understanding of diverse cultures

    Social workers are ethically required to pursue ongoing education and demonstrate competence in understanding the cultures of the clients they serve.