OTR Professional Ethics & Standards 5

Question 1

Which of the following is considered an unethical supervisory practice for an OTR supervising an OTA?

Accepted Answer

Signing off on the OTA's notes without reviewing the client

Answer

Signing documentation without actual supervisory review is fraudulent and violates both ethical standards and payer requirements.

Question 2

An OTR learns that a client has expressed suicidal ideation to another team member but not to the OT. The OTR's ethical obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Coordinate with the treatment team and follow facility protocol for safety

Answer

Client safety supersedes professional boundaries; OTRs must collaborate with the team and follow safety protocols when risk is identified.

Question 3

The AOTA Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF) primarily serves to:

Accepted Answer

Describe the domain and process of occupational therapy

Answer

The OTPF articulates the domain (areas of OT concern) and process (evaluation, intervention, outcomes) that define OT practice.

Question 4

Which of the following best exemplifies the ethical principle of justice in OT practice?

Accepted Answer

Advocating for equal access to OT services for underserved populations

Answer

Justice in OT ethics includes advocating for equitable access to services and addressing disparities in the healthcare system.

Question 5

When an OTR is uncertain whether a particular action is ethical, the best resource is:

Accepted Answer

The AOTA Code of Ethics, state practice act, and consultation with ethics advisors

Answer

Ethical decision-making should be grounded in professional codes, legal standards, and consultation with qualified ethics resources.

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