OTR Professional Ethics & Standards 4

Question 1

An OTR working in a school setting is asked by a teacher to share a student's IEP-related OT notes. The OTR should:

Accepted Answer

Follow FERPA guidelines and share only with staff who have a legitimate educational interest

Answer

School-based OT records are governed by FERPA, which permits sharing with school staff who have a legitimate educational interest in the student.

Question 2

An OTR who posts a client's photo showing progress on social media, even without using the client's name, most likely violates:

Accepted Answer

HIPAA and the principle of confidentiality

Answer

Posting any identifiable client information, including progress photos, without explicit written authorization violates HIPAA and confidentiality obligations.

Question 3

Which of the following situations represents a dual relationship that could compromise objectivity?

Accepted Answer

Providing OT services to a close personal friend

Answer

Treating a close personal friend creates a dual relationship that may impair professional judgment and compromise the therapeutic relationship.

Question 4

When an OTR identifies a conflict between an employer's policy and a client's best interest, the OTR's primary obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

The client's well-being, while working within legal and ethical frameworks

Answer

The AOTA Code of Ethics places the client's welfare as the primary obligation of OT practitioners.

Question 5

An OTR practicing in a new specialty area should:

Accepted Answer

Obtain appropriate training, supervision, and/or certification before practicing competently

Answer

Competence requires adequate preparation before practicing in a new area, including training, mentorship, and any required credentials.

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OTR Professional Ethics & Standards 4