#1
Which of the following is NOT an ethical principle in counseling?
Autonomy
Non-maleficence
Paternalism
Justice
#2
In counseling, confidentiality refers to:
Sharing client information with friends
Keeping client information private and secure
Discussing client cases in public places
Using client information for personal gain
#3
Which ethical principle addresses the counselor's responsibility to maintain accurate and honest communication with clients?
Autonomy
Fidelity
Non-maleficence
Veracity
#4
Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective counselor-client relationship?
Lack of empathy
Boundaries that are too rigid
Respect and trust
Sharing personal problems with the client
#5
What does the principle of non-maleficence require counselors to do?
Maximize benefits for the counselor
Avoid causing harm to clients
Focus solely on financial gains
Disregard client's emotional well-being
#6
Which of the following best describes the concept of cultural competence in counseling?
Understanding and being sensitive to cultural differences
Ignoring cultural differences in counseling
Imposing one's own cultural values on clients
Minimizing the importance of cultural background in counseling
#7
When faced with an ethical dilemma in counseling, what should a counselor do first?
Consult with colleagues or supervisors
Act based on personal beliefs
Ignore the dilemma and continue with the session
Refer the client to another counselor
#8
What is the primary goal of informed consent in counseling?
To ensure clients fully understand the counselor's advice
To protect the counselor from legal liability
To ensure clients are aware of the risks and benefits of counseling
To persuade clients to continue counseling sessions
#9
Which of the following is NOT a step in the ethical decision-making process for counselors?
Identifying the problem
Weighing the risks and benefits
Choosing the option that benefits the counselor most
Implementing the chosen course of action
#10
What is the purpose of the ACA Code of Ethics in counseling?
To provide legal advice to counselors
To establish ethical standards for the counseling profession
To promote counselors' personal interests
To enforce disciplinary actions against counselors
#11
Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of treating clients fairly and equitably?
Beneficence
Fidelity
Justice
Veracity
#12
Dual relationships in counseling refer to:
Having a romantic relationship with a client
Being friends with a former client
Having a business partnership with a client
All of the above
#13
What is the role of self-reflection in ethical counseling practice?
To justify unethical behavior
To understand and improve one's own biases and limitations
To avoid seeking supervision from colleagues
To ignore feedback from clients
#14
What should a counselor do if they experience a conflict of interest in their counseling practice?
Ignore the conflict
Disclose the conflict to clients and seek consultation
Exploit the conflict for personal gain
Terminate counseling sessions immediately
#15
What is the counselor's responsibility if a client expresses suicidal thoughts?
Keep the information confidential to maintain trust
Inform others about the client's suicidal thoughts without consent
Ignore the client's statements and continue counseling as usual
Take appropriate actions to ensure the client's safety