Ethics

Question 1

What are the 4 D’s that constitute malpractice?

Answer 1

Dereliction- failure to provide reasonable care
Duty-having a legal relationship
Directly causing *Damaged**- negligence of duties that cause direct harm to patient

Question 2

Five General Ethics Principles (and define)

Answer 2

Beneficence and Nonmaleficence- Do good no harm

Fidelity and Responsibility- establishing trust, upholding professional standards, clarify roles, manage conflict that may cause harm, and collaborate with other professionals

Integrity- accurate, honest, and truthful

Justice- all persons treated equal

Respect For Peoples Rights- respect of privacy, confidentiality , and self determination

Question 3

When would it be appropriate for a psychologist to refer out?

Answer 3

1. When personal beliefs and issues interfere with therapy.
2. When the client feels uncomfortable with the therapist.
3. When the therapist lacks confidence in treating the presenting problem.

Question 4

Regarding confidence, what is minimum requirement of a psychologist who wishes to participate in forensic activities?

Answer 4

Should be familiar with the judicial or administrative rules, governing their roles.

Question 5

In the area of competence, What is the rule regarding providing emergency services?

Answer 5

A psychologist may provide services which they are not fully competent in order to ensure the individual is receiving necessary treatment. However, they should terminate the service as soon as the emergency has passed or more appropriate services have been in secured.

Question 6

In the area of competence, How should a psychologist addressed their personal problems and conflicts?

Answer 6

They are required to address their problems appropriately and a seat consultation about whether to limit suspend or terminate practice?

Question 7

Define a multiple relationship.

Answer 7

When a therapist enters into a nonprofessional relationship with a current client or with someone close to the client.

Question 8

What is the exception to entering a multiple relationship?

Answer 8

When the nonprofessional relationship would not reasonably be expected to cause impairment or risk exploitation or harm.

Question 9

When a harmful multiple relationship does occur due for factors, how should this be handled?

Answer 9

Attempt to resolve it with due regard for the best interest of the affected person and maximum compliance with the ethics code.

Question 10

How should a psychologist respond if required to serve in more than one role in a judicial or administrative proceeding?

Answer 10

They should clarify their roles and the limits of confidentiality and update the clarification as often as changes occur.

Question 11

How should a psychologist handle a third-party request for services?

Answer 11

1. Establish role.
2. Who the client is
3. The probable uses of services.
4. Confidentiality limitations.