NBCOT Ethics and Professional Practice

Question 1

Which AOTA ethical principle requires OTs to act in the best interest of their clients?

Accepted Answer

Beneficence

Answer

Beneficence requires OT practitioners to act in ways that benefit others and promote the health and well-being of clients.

Question 2

A therapist refuses to participate in a plan that could harm a client. This reflects which ethical principle?

Accepted Answer

Nonmaleficence

Answer

Nonmaleficence requires OTs to avoid actions that cause harm or risk of harm to clients, a foundational principle in healthcare ethics.

Question 3

Under HIPAA, which of the following is considered Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Accepted Answer

A client's name combined with their diagnosis

Answer

PHI includes any individually identifiable health information, such as a client's name linked to their medical condition, diagnosis, or treatment.

Question 4

Which document outlines the professional standards and ethical conduct expected of NBCOT certificants?

Accepted Answer

NBCOT Certificant Code of Conduct

Answer

The NBCOT Certificant Code of Conduct specifies the ethical and professional standards required to maintain OTR/COTA certification.

Question 5

An OT accepts a gift from a grateful client. According to AOTA ethics, this is:

Accepted Answer

Acceptable if modest and culturally appropriate, and does not influence care

Answer

AOTA ethics guidance allows modest gifts when they are culturally appropriate and do not compromise professional judgment or therapeutic relationships.

NBCOT - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Practice Test

NBCOT - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Practice Test

NBCOT Ethics and Professional Practice