Question 1

When malpractice has occurred, there are three legal approaches that can take place.

Accepted Answer

A) Civil lawsuits, Criminal lawsuits, Supreme Court lawsuits 
B) Criminal complaints, Criminal lawsuits, Licensing board complaints 
C) Civil lawsuits, Criminal complaints, Licensing board complaints 
D) Judicial action, Police reports, Suspension of license 
A) Civil lawsuits, Criminal lawsuits, Supreme Court lawsuits 
B) Criminal complaints, Criminal lawsuits, Licensing board complaints 
C) Civil lawsuits, Criminal complaints, Licensing board complaints 
D) Judicial action, Police reports, Suspension of license C

Question 2

Discuss the overlap between general ethics and professional ethics.See Figure
2.1 on page 27-28.

Accepted Answer

General ethics and professional ethics have a significant overlap, as both are concerned with guiding individuals towards making ethical decisions and behaving in an ethical manner. General ethics refers to the moral principles and values that guide individuals in their personal lives, while professional ethics specifically pertains to the ethical standards and conduct expected within a particular profession or industry.

The overlap between general ethics and professional ethics can be seen in the fact that the fundamental principles of ethical behavior, such as honesty, integrity, respect for others, and fairness, are applicable in both personal and professional contexts. For example, the importance of honesty and integrity in personal relationships also applies to professional relationships, and the value of fairness and respect for others is relevant in both personal and professional interactions.

Furthermore, many professional codes of ethics are based on broader ethical principles that are also applicable in general ethical contexts. For instance, the American Medical Association's Code of Medical Ethics is grounded in principles such as beneficence, non-maleficence, and respect for patient autonomy, which are derived from broader ethical principles.

In addition, the consequences of unethical behavior can have implications in both personal and professional spheres. For example, dishonesty or unethical conduct in a professional setting can not only harm the individual's professional reputation but also have broader societal implications.

Overall, the overlap between general ethics and professional ethics highlights the interconnectedness of ethical principles and the importance of applying ethical standards in all aspects of life, whether personal or professional. This emphasizes the need for individuals to uphold ethical values and principles in their professional roles, while also recognizing the broader implications of their actions on society as a whole.

Question 3

Morality consists of principles or rules of conduct that define standards for right behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

The function and purpose of a code of ethics is to provide guidance and direction, not to answer all ethical questions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Choose 5 out of 10 arguments provided by the authors as to why some social
workers believe professional ethics are not needed, and explain the five you chose.

Accepted Answer

1. Some social workers believe that prof

Question 6

Practicing beyond the scope of one's competence is a possible basis for a malpractice suit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Identify and explain the process a client must go through to win a malpractice
case against a social worker.

Accepted Answer

To win a malpractice case against a soci

Question 8

Social work practitioners take their basic professional values from values held by the larger society in which they practice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Attorneys were the first professionals to adopt a code of ethics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Discuss some of the possible bases for malpractice suits.
Class Exercises:

Accepted Answer

Malpractice suits can be based on a vari

Question 11

The core value of social justice involves:

Accepted Answer

A) Social workers pursuing change on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed individuals and groups. 
B) Social workers ensuring that those who oppress others are brought to justice. 
C) Social workers empowering clients to be aware of how they are oppressed. 
D) All of the above 
A) Social workers pursuing change on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed individuals and groups. 
B) Social workers ensuring that those who oppress others are brought to justice. 
C) Social workers empowering clients to be aware of how they are oppressed. 
D) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is always unethical?

Accepted Answer

A) Discussing a client's issues with friends 
B) Engaging in a romantic relationship with a person who was your client ten years before 
C) Referring an anorexic teen to another social worker because you lack expertise in treating eating disorders 
D) Failing to report the illegal status of a client to the immigration authorities 
A) Discussing a client's issues with friends 
B) Engaging in a romantic relationship with a person who was your client ten years before 
C) Referring an anorexic teen to another social worker because you lack expertise in treating eating disorders 
D) Failing to report the illegal status of a client to the immigration authorities

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT true about law and social work practice?

Accepted Answer

A) Laws mandate that certain services be provided for all who need them. 
B) Laws authorize payment for some services. 
C) Laws require social workers to report certain information. 
D) Laws regarding social work are passed at the federal level and provide consistency across the country. 
A) Laws mandate that certain services be provided for all who need them. 
B) Laws authorize payment for some services. 
C) Laws require social workers to report certain information. 
D) Laws regarding social work are passed at the federal level and provide consistency across the country.

Question 14

Discuss the gap that is sometimes found between personal and professional
values.

Accepted Answer

The gap between personal and professiona

Question 15

The core value of dignity and worth of the person consists of:

Accepted Answer

A) Social workers treating all clients equally. 
B) Social workers empowering all clients to reach self-actualization. 
C) Social workers treating all clients with care and respect for cultural and ethnic diversity. 
D) All of the above 
A) Social workers treating all clients equally. 
B) Social workers empowering all clients to reach self-actualization. 
C) Social workers treating all clients with care and respect for cultural and ethnic diversity. 
D) All of the above

Question 16

One reason for the incongruence between a person's professed values and his behavior is that what he says he values is not what he really values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Values are concerned with what is right or wrong, whereas ethics is concerned with what is good or desirable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

There is a lack of agreement as to whether client participation, self-determination, and confidentiality are among basic social work values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A code of professional ethics is created to:

Accepted Answer

A) Protect the professional ideal of self-regulation 
B) Provide the public with competent professionals 
C) Protection from litigation 
D) Provide guidance when encountering ethical dilemmas 
E) All of the above 
A) Protect the professional ideal of self-regulation 
B) Provide the public with competent professionals 
C) Protection from litigation 
D) Provide guidance when encountering ethical dilemmas 
E) All of the above

Question 20

There can be dire consequences if a social worker practices in accord with professional ethical principles when those principles are contradicted by agency rules or societal values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When malpractice has occurred, there are three legal approaches that can take place.

Discuss the overlap between general ethics and professional ethics.See Figure 2.1 on page 27-28.

Morality consists of principles or rules of conduct that define standards for right behavior.

The function and purpose of a code of ethics is to provide guidance and direction, not to answer all ethical questions.

Choose 5 out of 10 arguments provided by the authors as to why some social workers believe professional ethics are not needed, and explain the five you chose.

Practicing beyond the scope of one's competence is a possible basis for a malpractice suit.

Identify and explain the process a client must go through to win a malpractice case against a social worker.

Social work practitioners take their basic professional values from values held by the larger society in which they practice.

Attorneys were the first professionals to adopt a code of ethics.

Discuss some of the possible bases for malpractice suits. Class Exercises:

The core value of social justice involves:

Which of the following is always unethical?

Which of the following is NOT true about law and social work practice?

Discuss the gap that is sometimes found between personal and professional values.

The core value of dignity and worth of the person consists of:

One reason for the incongruence between a person's professed values and his behavior is that what he says he values is not what he really values.

Values are concerned with what is right or wrong, whereas ethics is concerned with what is good or desirable.

There is a lack of agreement as to whether client participation, self-determination, and confidentiality are among basic social work values.

A code of professional ethics is created to:

There can be dire consequences if a social worker practices in accord with professional ethical principles when those principles are contradicted by agency rules or societal values.

Ethical Choices in the Helping Professions

Guidelines for Ethical Decision Making

Guidelines for Ethical Decision Making

Client Rights and Professional Expertise

Value Neutrality and Imposing Values

The Professional Relationship: Limits, Dilemmas, and Problems

Confidentiality and Informed Consent

Social Justice, Limited Resources, and Advocacy

Organizational and Work Relationships

Social Work With Selected Client Groups

Changing World, Changing Dilemmas

Whose Responsibility Are Professional Ethics

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Exam 2: Values and Professional Ethics

When malpractice has occurred, there are three legal approaches that can take place.

Discuss the overlap between general ethics and professional ethics.See Figure 2.1 on page 27-28.

Morality consists of principles or rules of conduct that define standards for right behavior.

The function and purpose of a code of ethics is to provide guidance and direction, not to answer all ethical questions.

Choose 5 out of 10 arguments provided by the authors as to why some social workers believe professional ethics are not needed, and explain the five you chose.

Practicing beyond the scope of one's competence is a possible basis for a malpractice suit.

Identify and explain the process a client must go through to win a malpractice case against a social worker.

Social work practitioners take their basic professional values from values held by the larger society in which they practice.

Attorneys were the first professionals to adopt a code of ethics.

Discuss some of the possible bases for malpractice suits. Class Exercises:

The core value of social justice involves:

Which of the following is always unethical?

Which of the following is NOT true about law and social work practice?

Discuss the gap that is sometimes found between personal and professional values.

The core value of dignity and worth of the person consists of:

One reason for the incongruence between a person's professed values and his behavior is that what he says he values is not what he really values.

Values are concerned with what is right or wrong, whereas ethics is concerned with what is good or desirable.

There is a lack of agreement as to whether client participation, self-determination, and confidentiality are among basic social work values.

A code of professional ethics is created to:

There can be dire consequences if a social worker practices in accord with professional ethical principles when those principles are contradicted by agency rules or societal values.

Ethical Choices in the Helping Professions

Guidelines for Ethical Decision Making

Guidelines for Ethical Decision Making

Client Rights and Professional Expertise

Value Neutrality and Imposing Values

The Professional Relationship: Limits, Dilemmas, and Problems

Confidentiality and Informed Consent

Social Justice, Limited Resources, and Advocacy

Organizational and Work Relationships

Social Work With Selected Client Groups

Changing World, Changing Dilemmas

Whose Responsibility Are Professional Ethics

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