Ethics in Social Work
1- Every person who holds a license to practice social work shall be governed by the rules of professional conduct.
True
False
2- The failure to keep records consistent with sound clinical judgment is considered unprofessional conduct.
True
False
3- The holder of the privilege has the right to read all information in his or her file with the exception of your personal notes
True
False
4- Social Workers are committed to promoting the welfare and well-being of the patient over and above any personal consideration.
True
False
5- Patients who use insurance don't need to pay their co-payment
True
False
6- If you bill insurance, you automatically must be HIPAA-compliant.
True
False
7- Social workers terminate a professional relationship when it becomes reasonably apparent that the client no longer needs assistance
True
False
8- Social workers shall not engage in sexual activities or sexual contact with current clients.
True
False
9- Confidentiality is designed to reduce the stigma associated with seeking mental health care.
True
False
10- When can an individual be involuntarily taken into custody?
when they are a danger to others
when they are a danger to themselves
when they are gravely disabled
all of the above
11- Which of the following is NOT a sign of child abuse?
Bruises and welts on the face
Cigarette burns
body piercing
Bite marks or loss of hair
12- Which of the following are behavioral indicators of abuse?
Extreme aggression
Withdrawal
Seductive behaviors
all of the above
13- Denial of critical care means what?
the failure of the caregiver to provide adequate food
the failure the caregiver to provide adequate shelter
the failure the caregiver to provide adequate clothing
all of the above
14- Reports of known or reasonably suspected elder or dependent adult abuse must be filed by telephone immediately or as soon as practically possible.
True
False
15- Regardless of your behavior a patient may decide to sue you for malpractice.
True
False
