Codes of ethics fulfill three major objectives. Which of the following is NOT identified in the text as being one of the objectives?
a. to educate professionals about sound ethical conduct
b. to provide a mechanism for professional accountability
c. to provide a common language by which lawyers and mental health practitioners can communicate about clients
d. to be a catalyst for improving practice
Q. 2A higher level of ethical functioning is sometimes known as
a. personal ethics.
b. ideal ethics.
c. aspirational ethics.
d. mandatory ethics.
e. basic ethics.
Q. 3The first level of ethical functioning is characterized by compliance with the law and by following the ethical codes. This is called
a. personal ethics.
b. ideal ethics.
c. aspirational ethics.
d. mandatory ethics.
e. basic ethics.
Q. 4Law and ethics:
a. are two distinct entities.
b. share common elements.
c. are synonymous.
d. almost always conflict with each other.
Q. 5Ethical issues in the mental health professions are regulated:
a. by legislation.
b. by professional codes.
c. both by legislation and professional codes.
d. none of the above.
Q. 6The acronym used to summarize one of the most common methods of case note preparation is:
a. SOAP.
b. SOFA.
c. HOKEIS.
d. HOKIES.
Q. 7_____ is one of the most important foundational elements needed to make professional counseling work:
a. Billing
b. Confidentiality
c. Consultation
d. Supervision
e. Time management
Q. 8Monitoring client contacts, billing, dealing with third-party payers, and financial management are essential requirements for professional practice if you:
a. work as a salaried employee.
b. work as a private practitioner.
c. become a licensed professional counselor.
d. become a licensed clinical social worker.
e. Two of the above
f. Three of the above
g. All of the above