Ethics and Professional Practice Flashcards
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Which AOTA ethical principle requires OTs to act in the best interest of their clients?
Answer: Beneficence
Beneficence requires OT practitioners to act in ways that benefit others and promote the health and well-being of clients.
A therapist refuses to participate in a plan that could harm a client. This reflects which ethical principle?
Answer: Nonmaleficence
Nonmaleficence requires OTs to avoid actions that cause harm or risk of harm to clients, a foundational principle in healthcare ethics.
Under HIPAA, which of the following is considered Protected Health Information (PHI)?
Answer: A client's name combined with their diagnosis
PHI includes any individually identifiable health information, such as a client's name linked to their medical condition, diagnosis, or treatment.
Which document outlines the professional standards and ethical conduct expected of NBCOT certificants?
Answer: NBCOT Certificant Code of Conduct
The NBCOT Certificant Code of Conduct specifies the ethical and professional standards required to maintain OTR/COTA certification.
An OT accepts a gift from a grateful client. According to AOTA ethics, this is:
Answer: Acceptable if modest and culturally appropriate, and does not influence care
AOTA ethics guidance allows modest gifts when they are culturally appropriate and do not compromise professional judgment or therapeutic relationships.
Which principle of the AOTA Code of Ethics requires OTs to maintain competency through continuing education?
Answer: Beneficence
Beneficence requires OT practitioners to maintain competency to ensure they can provide beneficial, evidence-based services to clients.