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Ethical Issues in Rehabilitation Psychology

Description: This quiz covers ethical issues commonly encountered in the field of rehabilitation psychology. It explores various scenarios and challenges rehabilitation psychologists face in their practice.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting the autonomy and self-determination of clients?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Nonmaleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The principle of respect for autonomy recognizes the client's right to make decisions about their own care and treatment.

What is the primary goal of rehabilitation psychology?

  1. To cure mental illness

  2. To promote independence and improve quality of life

  3. To provide emotional support

  4. To conduct research on psychological disorders


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rehabilitation psychology focuses on helping individuals with disabilities or impairments regain or improve their functional abilities and overall well-being.

Which ethical principle requires rehabilitation psychologists to avoid causing harm to their clients?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Nonmaleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The principle of nonmaleficence dictates that rehabilitation psychologists should not intentionally cause harm to their clients.

What is the term for the process of obtaining a client's consent to participate in treatment or research?

  1. Informed Consent

  2. Assent

  3. Capacity Assessment

  4. Ethical Review


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Informed consent involves providing clients with sufficient information about the treatment or research, including its purpose, risks, and benefits, to enable them to make an informed decision about participation.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of treating all clients fairly and equitably?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Nonmaleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The principle of justice requires rehabilitation psychologists to distribute benefits and burdens fairly among clients and to avoid discrimination.

What is the term for the process of evaluating a client's ability to make informed decisions about their own care?

  1. Informed Consent

  2. Assent

  3. Capacity Assessment

  4. Ethical Review


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Capacity assessment involves determining whether a client has the cognitive and emotional abilities necessary to understand and make decisions about their own care.

What is the primary ethical responsibility of rehabilitation psychologists towards their clients?

  1. To provide the best possible care

  2. To protect client confidentiality

  3. To respect client autonomy

  4. To avoid conflicts of interest


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rehabilitation psychologists have a primary ethical responsibility to respect the autonomy of their clients and to support their clients' right to make decisions about their own care.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of client information?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Nonmaleficence

  3. Confidentiality

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The principle of confidentiality requires rehabilitation psychologists to protect the privacy of their clients and to keep their personal information confidential.

What is the term for the process of reviewing research proposals to ensure they meet ethical standards?

  1. Informed Consent

  2. Assent

  3. Capacity Assessment

  4. Ethical Review


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ethical review involves evaluating research proposals to ensure that they protect the rights and welfare of participants and comply with ethical guidelines.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of avoiding conflicts of interest that could compromise the objectivity of rehabilitation psychologists?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Nonmaleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Conflict of Interest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The principle of conflict of interest requires rehabilitation psychologists to avoid situations where their personal or financial interests could influence their professional judgment or actions.

What is the term for the process of obtaining a client's agreement to participate in treatment or research?

  1. Informed Consent

  2. Assent

  3. Capacity Assessment

  4. Ethical Review


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Informed consent involves providing clients with sufficient information about the treatment or research, including its purpose, risks, and benefits, to enable them to make an informed decision about participation.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of beneficence, or doing good, for clients?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Nonmaleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of beneficence requires rehabilitation psychologists to act in the best interests of their clients and to promote their well-being.

What is the term for the process of seeking a second opinion or consultation from another professional?

  1. Peer Review

  2. Supervision

  3. Consultation

  4. Ethical Review


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Consultation involves seeking advice or guidance from another professional to help make informed decisions about a client's care.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of rehabilitation psychologists being honest and transparent with their clients?

  1. Honesty

  2. Integrity

  3. Transparency

  4. Accountability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of honesty requires rehabilitation psychologists to be truthful and forthright with their clients and to avoid misleading or deceiving them.

What is the term for the process of evaluating the effectiveness of a treatment or intervention?

  1. Outcome Evaluation

  2. Process Evaluation

  3. Impact Evaluation

  4. Ethical Review


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Outcome evaluation involves assessing the effectiveness of a treatment or intervention by measuring its impact on client outcomes.

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