NBCOT Ethics and Professional Practice 4

Question 1

An OT discovers a colleague is billing for services not rendered. What is the MOST appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Document the observation and report through the facility's compliance chain

Answer

The AOTA Code of Ethics requires OTs to address unethical conduct, and the appropriate first step is typically internal reporting through proper compliance channels while documenting the concern.

Question 2

Which AOTA ethical principle obligates an OT to keep client information confidential?

Accepted Answer

Fidelity

Answer

Fidelity encompasses the duty to be loyal and keep commitments, including protecting confidential information shared within the therapeutic relationship.

Question 3

A client with cognitive impairment wants to discharge home alone against medical advice. How should the OT respond?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a thorough capacity assessment and involve the care team and family as appropriate

Answer

The OT must assess decision-making capacity before overriding autonomy, and should engage the interdisciplinary team and appropriate surrogates when capacity is in question.

Question 4

An OT is asked by an employer to provide telehealth services to clients in a state where the OT is not licensed. What should the OT do?

Accepted Answer

Decline until proper licensure in that state is obtained

Answer

Occupational therapy practice, including telehealth, is regulated by individual state licensure laws, and practicing without a valid license in the client's state is illegal and unethical.

Question 5

Which scenario BEST illustrates the ethical principle of justice in occupational therapy?

Accepted Answer

Advocating for equitable access to OT services for underserved populations

Answer

Justice in the AOTA Code of Ethics includes advocating for fair and equitable access to occupational therapy services, particularly for vulnerable and underserved populations.

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 4