#1
Which principle emphasizes the obligation to do no harm to the patient?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of nonmaleficence
Principle of justice
#2
Which ethical principle emphasizes the fair distribution of resources and benefits?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of nonmaleficence
Principle of justice
#3
What is the primary goal of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the context of mental health?
To ensure equal access to mental health services for individuals with disabilities
To regulate the practice of psychiatry
To establish guidelines for involuntary commitment
To promote research on mental health disorders
#4
What does the term 'dual relationships' refer to in mental health practice?
When a therapist works with multiple clients at the same time
When a therapist has personal, professional, or financial connections with a client outside of the therapeutic relationship
When a therapist provides treatment for both physical and mental health issues
When a therapist has conflicts of interest with other healthcare providers
#5
What is the term used to describe the legal obligation of mental health professionals to protect sensitive information disclosed by clients during therapy?
Privileged communication
Confidentiality
Informed consent
Duty to warn
#6
Informed consent is primarily rooted in which ethical principle?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of nonmaleficence
Principle of justice
#7
Which legal doctrine protects healthcare providers from liability when they act in good faith to assist in an emergency situation?
Doctrine of informed consent
Doctrine of professional ethics
Doctrine of duty to warn
Doctrine of medical necessity
#8
Which of the following is an example of a breach of confidentiality?
Discussing a client's case with their spouse
Obtaining written consent from a client before disclosing information
Sharing information with other healthcare providers involved in the client's care
Documenting treatment notes in the client's medical record
#9
What is the primary purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in mental health practice?
To ensure access to affordable healthcare
To protect patient privacy and confidentiality
To regulate the practice of telemedicine
To establish guidelines for involuntary hospitalization
#10
Which legal doctrine allows a healthcare provider to disclose confidential information without the patient's consent in certain circumstances, such as when there is a risk of harm to others?
Doctrine of informed consent
Doctrine of privileged communication
Doctrine of therapeutic privilege
Doctrine of duty to warn
#11
What is the primary purpose of mandatory reporting laws in mental health practice?
To protect the confidentiality of patient information
To ensure access to mental health services for all individuals
To mandate reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect
To regulate the use of psychotropic medications
#12
Which legal doctrine allows mental health professionals to break confidentiality in order to protect a patient or others from imminent harm?
Doctrine of informed consent
Doctrine of privileged communication
Doctrine of therapeutic privilege
Doctrine of duty to warn
#13
Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California is a landmark case that established which legal concept in mental health practice?
Duty to report child abuse
Duty to warn and protect
Duty to maintain confidentiality
Duty to obtain informed consent
#14
Which ethical principle requires mental health professionals to respect the decisions and choices made by competent clients?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of nonmaleficence
Principle of justice
#15
Which ethical principle requires mental health professionals to refrain from exploiting their clients for personal gain?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of nonmaleficence
Principle of fidelity
#16
Which ethical principle requires mental health professionals to maintain honesty and integrity in their professional relationships?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of nonmaleficence
Principle of veracity
#17
Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of fairness and impartiality in mental health practice?
Principle of beneficence
Principle of autonomy
Principle of justice
Principle of veracity