EPPP - Ethics

  1. The Preamble and General Principles are?
    aspirational and nonenforceable. They provide general guidelines and will not serve as the basis for disciplinary action.
  2. Ethical Standards are what?
    mandatory and enforceable provisions
  3. The ethics codes apply only to psychologists' activities that are part of what?
    scientific, educational, or professional roles as psychologists
  4. As used in the ethics code, the term reasonable means what?
    The prevailing professional judgment of psychologists engaged in similar activities in similar circumstances, given the knowledge the psychologist had or should have had at the time.
  5. What is General Principle A?
    Beneficence and Nonmaleficence - Strive to benefit those with whom they work and take care to do no harm. Seek the safeguard the welfare and rights of whom they are working with and the be aware of the possible effect of their own physical and mental health on their ability to help those with whom they work.
  6. What is General Principle B?
    Fidelity and Responsibility - establish relationships of trust with those with whom they work. Uphold professional standards of conduct, clarify their professional roles and obligations, accept appropriate responsibility for their behavior, and seek to manage conflicts of interest that could lead to exploitation or harm. Confer with, refer to, or cooperate with other professionals to sever the best interests of those with whom they work. Strive to do pro bono work.
  7. What is General Principle C?
    Integrity - seek to promote accuracy, honesty, and truthfulness. Do not steal, cheat, or engage in fraud, subterfuge or intentional misrepresentation of fact.
  8. What is General Principle D?
    Justice - recognize that fairness and justice entitle all persons to access to and benefit from the contributions of psychology and to equal quality in the processes, procedures, and services being conducted. Take precaution to ensure potential biases, boundaries of competence, and limitations of expertise do not lead to unjust practices.
  9. What is General Principle E?
    Respect for People's Rights and Dignity - respect the dignity and worth of all people, and the rights of individuals to privacy, confidentiality, and self-determination. It may be necessary to protect the rights and welfare of persons whose vulnerabilities impair autonomous decision making.
  10. To protect client welfare, the Ethics Code provides what?
    mandatory, enforceable Ethical Standards
  11. How do you resolve a conflict between ethical requirements and laws, regulations, and organizational demands?
    Psychologists must resolve it in a way that is in keeping with basic principles of humans rights.
  12. As described in the Preamble, a primary goal of the Ethics Code is ensuring the __________ of the individuals and groups with whom they work.
    welfare and protection
  13. Although the APA is able to enforce adherence to the Ethics Code for APA members, violation of its provisions may result in action by the state _________, court, or other authority.
    licensing board
  14. The introduction states that the Ethics Code applies only to activities that are relevant to a psychologist's professional roles but also states that "APA may take action against a member after his or her conviction of a ____________."
    felony
  15. The Introduction notes that, when there is a conflict betweem ethical and legal requirements, psychologists must resolve it in a way that is "in keeping with the basic principles of _________."
    human rights
  16. Ethical Standards 1 - Misuse of Psychologist's work
    if learned of misuse or misrepresentation of their work, take reasonable steps to correct or minimize.
  17. Ethical Standards 1 - Conflicts between ethics and law, regulations, or other governing legal authority
    If conflict exists, clarify the nature of the conflict, make known their commitment to the the Ethics Code, and take reasonable steps to resolve the conflict
  18. Ethical Standards 1 - Conflicts between ethics and organizational demands
    Clarify the nature of the conflict, make known the commitment to the Ethics Cody, and take reasonable steps to resolve the conflict.
  19. Ethical Standards 1 - informal resolution of ethical violations
    If a violation is believed to have happened by another, attempt to resolve by bringing to the attention of the person if appropriate
  20. Ethical Standards 1 - Reporting ethical violations
    if cannot resolve the issue by bringing it to their attention, take further action such as reporting to the state or national committees on professional ethics, licensing boards, or appropriate institutional authorities.
  21. Ethical Standards 1 - cooperation with ethics committees
    cooperate with investigations and address confidentiality issues as needed.
  22. Ethical Standards 1 - Improper complaints
    do not file or encourage filing of complaints that are made with reckless disregard for or willful ignorance of facts that would disprove the allegation
  23. Ethical Standards 1 - unfair discrimination against complaints and respondents
    Do not deny employment, advancement, etc. based on being the subject of an ethics complaint
  24. Ethical Standard 2 - competence
    • a) provide services in areas only within the boundaries of their competence 
    • b) When doing work outside of boundaries of competence, one must acquire the the training, supervision, consultation, experience to ensure competence 
    • c) The same rules of "b" apply to new populations one might work with 
    • d) if service are need but unavailable and one is not competent, closely related prior training may suffice to prevent denial of services
    • e) if a new field of study where competence does not exist, nevertheless take steps to achieve competence to prevent  causing harm
    • f)When in a forensic role, become familiar with the judicial or administrative rules
  25. Ethical Standard 2 - providing services in emergencies
    services may be provided without the necessary training but discontinued when when the emergency has ended or appropriate services are available
  26. Ethical Standard 2 - maintaining competence
    undertake ongoing efforts to develop and maintain competence
  27. Ethical Standard 2 - bases for scientific and professional judgments
    work is based upon scientific and professional knowledge
  28. Ethical Standard 2 - Delegation of work to others
    • take steps to avoid delegating to persons who have multiple relationships  with those being served that could lead to exploitation or loss of objectivity
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    • authorize only responsibilities in which the person is competent 

    see that the person performs in a competent manner
  29. Ethical Standard 2 - Personal problems and conflicts
    do not engage in an activity where personal problems will effect competence 

    if aware a personal problem is effecting work, take appropriate measures such as consulting
  30. What is vicarious liability?
    When supervisors or employers are legally responsible for the actions of their supervisees or employees
  31. You receive a letter from the Ethics Committee asking for information about a former client who has filed a complaint against her current therapist. You stopped seeing the client over seven years ago. What should you do?
    cooperate with the Committee's request by sending it the information you believe is relevant to the case after confirming the client has signed a release.
  32. You want to start treating clients who believe they have been abducted by aliens, but you have never worked with members of this population before. Your best course of action would be to:
    start seeing these clients after establishing a consultative/supervisory relationship with a licensed psychologist with expertise in this area.
  33. Dr. Marla Martin is asked to provide crisis intervention services to community members who were recently affected by a tornado that destroyed their homes. Dr. Martin does not have experience providing assistance to people who have been traumatized by a natural disaster, but there is no one else in the area who has experience and is available to see these individuals. As an ethical psychologist, Dr. Martin should:
    provide services to these individuals but stop when the crisis has ended or other services become available.
  34. Dr. Stan Sanchez is not getting along with his neighbor and finds that he has little patience and tends to get angry easily with therapy clients who resemble the man. To be consistent with the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code, Dr. Sanchez should:
    consult with another professional to determine the best course of action.
  35. Dr. Samantha Stern is a psychologist who assists with hiring and promotion decisions at a mental health clinic. She recommends that one of the psychologists NOT be considered for promotion because of an unresolved charge of sexual harassment against him. Dr. Stern's recommendation is:
    a violation of the provisions of the Ethics Code.
  36. Psychologists _______ acquire ________ and skills during the course of their career.
    must, new knowledge
  37. Ethical Standards 3 - unfair work discrimination
    Do not engage in unfair discrimination based on age, gender, gender identity, race, socioeconomic status etc.
  38. Ethical Standards 3 - sexual harassments
    Do not engage in behaviors that are unwelcome, offensive, creates a hostile work place

    is sufficiently severe or intense to be abusive to a reasonable person in the context. 

    can be a single severe act or multiple persistent or pervasive acts
  39. Ethical Standards 3 - other harassment
    do not knowingly engage in behavior that is harassing or demeaning based on age, gender, religion, race, etc.
  40. Ethical Standards 3 - avoid harm
    take reasonable steps tp avoid harming others with whom you work 

    do not participate, facilitate, assist, etc. in torture, as defined by any act that involves mental or physical pain and suffering
  41. Ethical Standards 3 -  multiple relationships
    when you are in a professional role and another role with a person, there is a close association, or a promise to enter into another relationship and this relationship can reasonably be expected to impair objectivity, competence, or effectiveness, exploit or harm. 

    if this happens from unseen factors, take reasonable steps to resolve it 

    if multiple relationship is required by law, policy, or extraordinary circumstances clarify roles expectation at the outset
  42. Ethical Standards 3 - conflict of interest
    refrain from taking on a role were personal, scientific, professional, legal, or other interests or relationships could reasonably be expected to impair objectivity, competence, or effectiveness or expose a person or organization harm or exploitation
  43. Ethical Standards 3 - third part requests for services
    when agreeing to provide services through a third party, attempt to clarify at the outset the nature of the relationship will all involved. this includes the role of the psychologist (expert witness, therapist, consultant, etc.) who the client is, and probable uses of services provided.
  44. Ethical Standards 3 - exploitative relationships
    don't exploit anyone under any circumstances
  45. Ethical Standards 3 - cooperation with other professionals
    cooperate when indicated and professionally appropriate
  46. Ethical Standards 3 - informed consent
    get it in all settings (therapy, research, assessment etc.) 

    when legally incapable for giving consent, nevertheless prove appropriate explanation, seek the individual's assent, consider such persons' preferences and best interests, obtain from a legally authorized person if required by law (when not, take reasonable steps).

    when court ordered or mandated, inform of the nature of anticipated services including limits of confidentiality 

    appropriately document written or oral consent, permission, and assent.
  47. Ethical Standards 3 - psychological services delivered to or through organizations
    provide information regarding nature and objectives of services, intended recipients, who are the clients, the relationship between the psychologist and each person and the organization, probable uses of the services and information obtained, who will have access to the information, and limits of confidentiality 

    if precluded by law or roles from providing such information, must inform at the outset.
  48. Ethical Standards 3 - interruption of psychological services
    Unless covered by contract, make reasonable efforts to plan for services to continue in the event they are interrupted for whatever reason (death, moving, vacation, retirement etc.)
  49. What three factors should be determined when determining the acceptability of a multiple relationship?
    Power differential - the greater the differential the greater the risk

    Duration of the relationship - the longer the relationship the less acceptable 

    Clarity of termination - the greater the chance of future relationship (e.g. person might come back to therapy) the less acceptable
  50. What three conditions must be met for consent to be truly informed?
    capacity - the ability to make rational decisions 

    comprehension - adequate information is given and clearly understood 

    voluntariness - consent is given freely and without coercion
  51. In the context of sexual harassment, ________ refers to an explicit or implicit requirement to trade sexual favors for a tangible job benefit
    quid pro quo
  52. When psychologists accept multiple roles in forensic settings, they must clarify _________ and issues related to confidentiality
    role expectations
  53. When the individual is a minor or other person not legally capable of giving consent, a psychologist should provide the individual with an explanation, seek the individual's ________, and obtain permission from a legally authorized person.
    assent
  54. Ethical Standard 4 - maintaining confidentiality
    Have a primary obligation to take reasonable precautions to protect confidential information obtained through or stored in any medium and recognize the extent and limits of confidentiality may be regulated by law or governing body.
  55. Ethical Standard 4 - discussing the limits of confidentiality
    discuss with the person or their legal representative the limits and foreseeable uses of gathered information 

    unless not feasible, the discussion occurs at the outset 

    electronic transmission requires informing person of the risk.
  56. Ethical Standard 4 - recording
    must gain permission before recording
  57. Ethical Standard 4 - minimizing intrusions on privacy
    provide information only relevant to the communication being made (i.e. written or oral reports)

    discuss confidential information obtained only for appropriate scientific or professional purposes and only with persons clearly concerned with such matters
  58. Ethical Standard 4 - disclosures
    may disclose with appropriate consent 

    without consent only as mandated by the law or where permitted by law for a valid purpose such as providing needed services, professional consultation, protecting from harm, obtaining payment for services in which disclosure is limited to achieve that purpose
  59. Ethical Standard 4 - Consultation
    When consulting, do not disclose information that could lead to identification of the person unless consent has been given and disclose information only to the extent necessary to achieve consultation purpose.
  60. Ethical Standard 4 - use of confidential information for didactic ir other purposes
    do not disclose identifiable information on any platform unless reasonable steps are taken to disguise the person or organization, the person or organization has consented in writing, or there is legal authority to do so.
  61. Define privacy
    the freedom of individuals to choose for themselves the time and the circumstances under which and the extent to which their beliefs, behaviors, and opinions are to be shared with or withheld from others
  62. Define confidentiality
    the obligation of psychologists to protect clients from unauthorized disclosure of information revealed in the context of a professional relationship
  63. Define privilege
    a legal concept that protects a client's confidentiality in the context of legal proceedings. This is known as therapist patient privilege.
  64. Who is the holder of the therapist patient privilege?
    the client
  65. What are the common exceptions to therapist patient privilege?
    Waivers - ROI

    mandatory reporting - child, elder, dependent adult abuse

    DTS/O 

    legal/regulatory actions - client is suing therapist for malpractice, has filed a complaint, is a party in a custody dispute, or the subject of a court ordered evaluation
  66. What is the most reported ethically troubling issue for psychologists?
    confidentiality and privilege
  67. What is a tarasoff situation?
    a duty to protect an intended victim by warning them of harm and contacting the police. 

    The client must pose a clear and imminent danger to an identifiable victim or victims
  68. Dr. Cecelia Cooper, a licensed psychologist, is planning a longitudinal study to identify environmental contributors to drug abuse. Her study will involve interviewing drug and non-drug users and their families several times over a five-year period and will require that she maintain participants' names, addresses, and phone numbers in her files. Dr. Cooper is concerned about the confidentiality of her participants, especially if she is ever called to testify about any of them in court. Dr. Cooper:
    should inform her participants of the possible limits of confidentiality as part of the informed consent process.
  69. Dr. Everett, a licensed psychologist, has recently started a practice in a small town. He learns from a mutual friend that Dr. Cohen (also a psychologist) has been revealing confidential information about some of her clients to members of the community. Dr. Everett should __________.
    consult with a colleague about the situation.
  70. The term "privilege" is:
    a legal term referring to the protection of confidential information in legal proceedings.
  71. While treating a client, you decide that you want to consult with a colleague to discuss a specific aspect of the case that is giving you trouble. According to the Ethics Code:
    you must obtain a release from the client only if you will be revealing the client's identity to the consultant.
  72. In most situations, the "holder of the privilege" is the:
    client.
  73. Which of the following accurately describes the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code with regard to informed consents?

    A. An informed consent must be in writing.

    B. An informed consent must be in writing and signed by the client.

    C. written or oral consent must be documented.

    D. An oral consent is never acceptable.
    C
  74. Your new clients are a family that consist of a husband, wife, and two adolescent girls. They began therapy because one of the girls has started using drugs and the other has signs of an eating disorder. You realize during the first session that you and the parents belong to the same country club. You should:
    consider the situation, consulting if necessary, to determine if you can maintain your objectivity with this family.
  75. Which of the following is an example of a psychologist's obligations with regard to the Tarasoff decision?

    A. A psychologist has a duty to warn or protect a therapy client's neighbor when the client says he is planning to murder the neighbor.

    B. A psychologist has a duty to protect a therapy client when the client says he is planning to kill himself and has a plan for doing so.

    C. A psychologist has a duty to protect a therapy client when the client says his wife has been threatening to kill him and he thinks her last threat was "really serious."

    D. A psychologist has a duty to inform the authorities when a therapy client says he "put someone in the hospital" in a physical fight at a local bar last weekend.
    A
  76. Sandy S. is considering filing a claim of sexual harassment against her boss, Bertrand B., because he frequently comments on her physical appearance by telling her how "great she looks" and often tells her that, "if I weren't your boss, I'd be chasing after you." Sandy decides to tell Bertrand that she finds his comments offensive and, when she does so, he apologizes and says he'll stop if that's what she wants. This situation represent a legal claim?
    does not represent a legal claim for sexual harassment as long as Bertrand actually stops making offensive comments.
  77. You have been seeing Sal Smythe in individual therapy for several months, and the work-related issues he originally sought therapy for are nearly resolved. During your current session with Sal, he mentions that his 14-year-old son has been getting into trouble in school lately and asks if you would be willing to see the boy in individual therapy. You should:
    tell Sal that you cannot see his son in therapy and provide him with several referrals (dual relationship).
  78. Ethical Standards 5 - Avoidance of false or deceptive statements
    Do not knowingly make public statements that are false, deceptive, or fraudulent

    Do not make false, deceptive, or fraudulent statements concerning training, experience, competence, degrees, credentials, affiliations, services, scientific or clinical basis of their services, fees, publication or research findings. 

    claim degrees as credentials for their health services only if from an accredited institution or the basis for the licensure.
  79. Ethical Standards 5 - statements by others
    psychologists who engage others to create or place public statements that promote the practice or products are responsible for them 

    do not compensate employees of press, radio, TV, or other media platforms in return for publicity 

    paid advertisement for services or products must be identified or clearly recognizable as such
  80. Ethical Standards 5 - description of workshops and non-degree-granting education programs
    ensure advertisements accurately describe the audience for which the program is intended, the educational objectives, the presenters, and the fees involved
  81. Ethical Standards 5 - media presentation
    when providing public advice (print, internet, etc.), precautions are taking to ensure, they are based on their professional knowledge, training, or experience, consistent with the Ethics Code, do not indicate that a professional relationship has been established with the recipient
  82. Ethical Standards 5 - testimonials
    do not solicit from current clients or others who are vulnerable to influence because of their circumstances
  83. Ethical Standards 5 - in-person solicitation
    do not engage in uninvited in-person solicitation of business who are vulnerable to undue influence because of their circumstances. This does not preclude attempting to implement appropriate collateral contact for the purpose of benefiting an already engaged therapy client or providing disaster or community outreach services
  84. Ethical Standards 6 - documentation of professional and scientific work and maintenance of records
    create, maintain, disseminate, store, retain, and dispose of records in order to facilitate provision of services later by them or other professionals, allow for replication of research, meet institutional requirements, ensure accuracy of billing and payments, and ensure compliance with the law
  85. Ethical Standards 6 - maintenance, dissemination, and disposal of confidential records of professional and scientific work
    maintain confidentiality in creating, storing, accessing, and disposing of records. 

    if storing records in data bases to which those who do not have consent to access is shared, use coding or other techniques  to avoid inclusion of personal identifiers

    make plans in advance to facilitate appropriate transfer and to protect the confidentiality of records in the event of a need to withdrawal from practice.
  86. Ethical Standards 6 - withholding records for nonpayment
    can't do it
  87. Ethical Standards 6 - fees and financial arrangements
    reach an agreement as soon as possible

    fee practices are consistent with the law

    do not misrepresent fees

    if limitations of services can be anticipated because of limits with financing, this is discussed asap 

    if they don't pay and going to use a collection agency or legal measure, must first inform the person of this and give them opportunity to make prompt payment
  88. Ethical Standards 6 - barter with clients
    may barter only if it is not clinically contraindicated and not exploitative
  89. Ethical Standards 6 - accuracy in reports to payors and funding sources
    take reasonable steps to ensure accurate reporting of the nature of service provided or research conducted, the fees, charges, or payments, and where applicable, the identity of the provider, the findings, and the diagnosis
  90. Ethical Standards 6 - referrals and fees
    based on the services provided and not the referral itself
  91. in the absence of superseding laws or regulations, a psychologist may consider retaining a client's full record until _______ years after termination for adults or _________ years after a minor reaches the age of majority.
    7, 3
  92. _________ is also known as the Buckley Amendment and prohibits schools from disclosing personally identifying information from students records without consent of the parents of student or eligible students
    FERPA (family education rights and privacy act)
  93. HIPPA's ________ distinguishes between protected health information (PHI) and psychotherapy notes and allows patients to inspect and obtain a copy of PHI contained in a ___________
    privacy rule

    designated record set
  94. A client's insurance company pays 75% of a client's therapy fee, while the client is required to pay the remaining 25%. The client asks you to bill the insurance company at a higher hourly rate so that he will not have to pay his 25% co-payment. If you do so, you will be acting:

    A. illegally and unethically.

    B. illegally but ethically.

    C. legally but unethically.

    D. legally and ethically.
    A
  95. A psychologist sets up a private practice in a lower middle-class urban neighborhood. After several months, he realizes that his lack of clients is due primarily to the fact that most of the residents of the neighborhood cannot afford his hourly fee. He therefore decides that he will include in future advertisements a statement indicating that his services are provided on a "sliding scale." This practice is:
    in accord with ethical guidelines.
  96. When attempting to expand your private practice, it is important to keep in mind that in-person solicitation of business:
    may be ethical if the person being solicited is not susceptible to undue influence.
  97. You have made an arrangement with another psychologist to exchange a nominal payment of $25.00 for referrals to each other. In terms of the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code, this is:
    unethical if the payment of $25.00 is based on the referral only.
  98. According to the APA's Ethics Code, psychologists should discuss fees and other financial arrangements with clients:
    as early as is feasible.
  99. Which of the following best describes the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code for bartering?

    A. Bartering for goods (but not services) is acceptable.

    B. Bartering for services (but not goods) is acceptable.

    C. Bartering for goods or services may be acceptable under certain conditions.

    D. Bartering for goods or services is prohibited in all circumstances.
    C
  100. A client you had been seeing in therapy for two months suddenly stopped coming to her sessions. You have been unable to contact her and she owes you for the last three sessions. You are thinking about using a collection agency to collect her outstanding fees. In terms of the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code, the use of a collection agency is:
    acceptable as long as you inform her of your intent and give her an opportunity to pay her outstanding fee before doing so.
  101. Your former client, Caleb Cash, has failed to pay the balance of an unpaid bill. Although you have given Caleb numerous opportunities to respond to your written requests for payment and have informed him of your intention to turn this matter over to a collection agency, he has not made any attempt to resolve this matter. One day, you receive a call from another therapist who is currently working with Caleb. She asks you to forward a copy of Caleb's records and faxes you a copy of a signed release from Caleb. According to the APA's Ethics Code, you:
    may withhold Caleb's records as long as they are not needed for emergency treatment.
  102. Dr. Terry Tawlk includes two testimonials in a brochure describing his weekend communications workshop for couples. The first is from a colleague and states, "Communication is a key to a happy marriage and Dr. Tawlk is one of the leading experts on communication. If you feel you can't talk to your partner, I'd recommend Dr. Tawlk's workshop. It's likely to have a positive effect on your relationship." The second testimonial is from a former workshop participant who said Dr. Tawlk could use an excerpt from a letter she sent him following the workshop that she and her husband attended. It states, "It worked! I can now tell my husband what I need without it turning into a major argument!" Which of the following is true about the testimonials included in Dr. Tawlk's brochure?
    The testimonials do not seem to violate the provisions of the Ethics Code and are acceptable.
  103. Ethical Standards 7 - design of education and training programs
    programs are designed to provide appropriate knowledge, experience, and meet requirements for licensure, certification, or other goals claimed to meet
  104. Ethical Standards 7 - description of education and training programs
    make sure descriptions are accurate for content, goals, objectives, stipends and benefits, and requirements needed to complete.
  105. Ethical Standards 7 - accuracy for teaching
    course syllabi are accurate regarding subject matter, evaluating process, nature of course experience. Instructors may modify course content as needed and when appropriate but students must be made aware of changes
  106. Ethical Standards 7 - student disclosure of personal information
    do not require students or supervisees to disclose personal information regarding sexual history, abuse and neglect, psychological treatment, relationships with parents, peers, and spouses or significant others except if it is clearly identified as a requirement for admissions or the information is needed to evaluate or obtain assistance for students whose personal problems could reasonably be judged to be preventing them from performing duties, or posing a threat.
  107. Ethical Standards 7 - mandatory individual or group therapy
    allow students to choose therapist unaffiliated to the program

    faculty who are evaluating students are not the ones giving therapy.
  108. Ethical Standards 7 - assessing student and supervisee performance
    establish a timely and specific process for providing feedback. this information is given of supervision

    evaluations are based on actual performance on relevant and established requirements.
  109. Ethical Standards 7 - sexual relationships with students and supervisees
    do not engage in sexual relationships with students or supervisees who are in their department, agency, or training center or over whom they have or are likely to have evaluative authority
  110. Ethical Standards 8 - institutional approval
    provide accurate information about their research proposals and obtain approval before beginning research
  111. Ethical Standards 8 - informed consent to research
    inform participants about the purpose of the research, expected duration, and procedures, the right to decline or withdraw, possible consequences of declining or withdrawing, potential risks, discomfort, or adverse effects, possible benefits, limits of confidentiality, inceptives for participating, and whom to contact with questions

    if doing research of experimental treatments, clarify at the outset the experimental nature, the service that will or will not be available to the control group, how control group and experimental group will assigned, available treatment options if the person does not want to participate or withdraws, compensation or costs for participation,
  112. Ethical Standards 8 - informed consent for recording voices and images in research
    get consent before starting unless the research is solely of naturalistic observations in public places, it is not anticipated that the recording will be used in a manner that could cause personal identification or harm, or the design includes deception, and the consent for the use of the recording is obtained during debriefing
  113. Ethical Standards 8 - client/patient, student, and subordinate research participants
    take steps to protect the prospective participants from adverse consequences of declining or withdrawing 

    when a course requirement or extra credit, the person is given the choice of equitable alternative activities
  114. Ethical Standards 8 - dispensing with informed consent for research
    may do so only where research would not reasonably be assumed to create distress or harm and involves the study of normal educational practices, curricula, or classroom management methods conducted in educational settings; anonymous questionnaires, naturalistic observations, archival research were responses would not place people at risk of criminal or civil liability or damage their financial standing, employability, or reputation, and confidentiality is protected; the study of factors related to job or organization effectiveness conducted in organizational settings where there is no risk to employability and confidentiality is protected
  115. Ethical Standards 8 - offering inducements for research participation
    avoid offering excessive or inappropriate financial or other inducements when likely to coerce professional services clarify the nature of the service as well as risks, obligations, and limitation
  116. Ethical Standards 8 - deceptions in research
    can only use when deception is justified by the significant prospective scientific, educational, or applied value and non-deception is not feasible 

    do not deceive if expected to cause physical pain or severe emotional distress

    explain deception as soon as possible, preferably at the conclusion of their participation, but no later than the close of data collection to allow them to withdraw their data.
  117. Ethical Standards 8 - debriefing
    provide prompt opportunity to obtain appropriate information about the nature, results, and conclusions, and take reasonable steps to correct any misconceptions that participants may have

    reduce risk of harm if must justly delaying or withholding information 

    if harm has occurred, take reasonable steps to minimize the harm
  118. Ethical Standards 8 - humane care and use of animals in research
    acquire, care for, use, and dispose of animals in compliant with laws and professional standards 

    psychologists trained and experienced in the care of laboratory animals supervise all procedures and are responsible for ensuring appropriate consideration of their comfort, health, and humane treatment. 

    all involved people have received instruction in research methods, and in the care, maintenance, and handling of the animals 

    minimize discomfort, infection, illness, and pain of animals 

    only subject to pain, stress, or privation when alternative procedures are unavailable 

    perform surgery under appropriate anesthesia and follow techniques to avoid infection and minimize pain 

    when appropriate to end the life of an animal, proceed rapidly and minimize pain
  119. Ethical Standards 8 - reporting research results
    do not fabricate data

    if significant errors are discovered in published data take reasonable steps to correct such errors
  120. Ethical Standards 8 - plagiarism
    do not present portions of another's work or data as their own, even if the other work or data source is cited occasionally
  121. Ethical Standards 8 - publication credit
    take credit only for work actually performed and substantially contributed to

    principal authorship or other credits accurately reflect contributions regardless of their relative status. higher position (department chair, etc.) does not justify authorship credit. minor contributions are acknowledged appropriately, such as in footnotes 

    except under exceptional circumstances, a student is listed as principal author on any multiple-authored article that is substantially based on the student's doctoral dissertation
  122. Ethical Standards 8 - duplicate publication of data
    do not publish, as original data, data that have been previously published
  123. Ethical Standards 8 - sharing research data for verification
    do not withhold data on which conclusions are based who wish to perform reanalysis, providing confidentiality can be protected 

    those who request data for reanalysis must use the data only for the declared purpose
  124. Ethical Standards 8 - reviewers
    those who review material submitted for presentation, publication, grant, or research proposal review respect confidentiality and the proprietary rights
  125. Dr. Betty Black's ad for her seminar on relaxation techniques invites the public to "come and hear an in-depth lecture on techniques to help reduce the stress of daily living." The advertised cost for her two-hour seminar is $35.00. While preparing her lecture the night before the presentation, Dr. Black decides it would be valuable to demonstrate her techniques with the group. She decides that, instead of lecturing for the full two hours, she will have attendees divide into groups for the second hour to experiment with the techniques. With regard to the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code, this is:
    unethical since she advertised the seminar as a "lecture."
  126. A graduate student designed and conducted a research project for her dissertation and subsequently wrote a journal article describing the study and its results. The original idea for the study was derived from the work of the student's faculty advisor who also provided the facilities for the student's research and provided the student with some guidance while she conducted her study. The faculty advisor wants to be listed as first author on the article. In this situation:
    the student should be listed as the first author and the advisor as the second author.
  127. You have been hired as a research assistant for a study investigating the effectiveness of various forms of therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder. The procedures and methods used in the study are ethically sound; however, your supervisor is not informing participants that they can withdraw from the study at any time if they desire to do so. Your best course of action would be to:
    discuss the possible ethical violation with the supervisor.
  128. Which of the following best describes the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code with regard to the use of animals in research?

    A. Animals should never be used as research subjects.

    B. Animals may be used as research subjects only when an alternative procedure is unavailable and the goal of the study is justified by its prospective value.

    C. Animals may be used as research subjects only when the procedures used will not cause them pain or stress.

    D. Animals may be used as research subjects when they will be subjected to pain or stress but only when an alternative procedure is not available and the goal of the study is justified by its prospective value.
    D
  129. Which of the following best describes the provisions of the Ethics Code with regard to sexual relationships with students?

    A. The Code prohibits relationships with current or former students under any circumstances.

    B. The Code prohibits relationships with current students but permits relationships with past students.

    C. The Code prohibits relationships with students over whom a psychologist has or is likely to have evaluative authority.

    D. The Code prohibits relationships with current or past students who are vulnerable to undue influence.
    C
  130. Dr. Billie Bloom requires students in his introductory psychology class to participate in a university-sponsored research project as a requirement for the course. This is:
    ethical as long as students are given a choice of completing an equitable alternative assignment.
  131. You have just completed a research study but have not yet published its results. A colleague of yours who is familiar with your study requests the data you have collected. Which of the following best describes the requirements of the APA's Ethics Code with regard to this situation?
    You are not required to comply with the colleague's request since the results of the study have not yet been published.
  132. The information given to research participants by the researcher following data collection which details any deception is referred to as:
    debriefing
  133. Ethical Standards 9 - bases for assessments
    base opinions on information and techniques sufficient to substantiate their findings 

    provide opinions only after they have conducted and examination of the individuals adequate to support their statements or conclusions. when such an examination is not practical, document the efforts made and the results of those efforts, clarify the probable impact of their limited information and the reliability and validity of their opinions, and appropriately limit the nature and extent of their conclusions or recommendations 

    when conducting a record review or providing consultation or supervision and an examination is not warranted or necessary for the opinion, explain this and the sources of information on which they based conclusions and recommendations
  134. Ethical Standards 9 - use of assessments
    administer, adapt, score, interpret, or use assessment techniques, interviews, tests, or instruments in a manner that is appropriate

    use assessment instruments whose validity and reliability have been established. when not, describe strengths and limitations 

    use assessment methods that are appropriate to an person's language preference and competence
  135. Ethical Standards 9 - informed consent in assessments
    always get consent, unless testing is mandated by law, consent is implied because testing is conducted as a routine educational, institutional, or organizational activity (e.g. job application), or testing is to evaluate decisional capacity

    inform persons with questionable capacity or for whom testing is mandated about the nature and purpose of the proposed assessment services, using understandable language. 

    use and interpreter make sure that confidentiality of test results and test security are maintained and included in their recommendation, reported, statements, etc.
  136. Ethical Standards 9 - release of test data
    data refers to raw and scaled scores, responses to test questions, and notes and recordings. Pursuant to a release, provide data to client or other persons identified in the release. May refrain from releasing data to protect client or others from substantial harm or misuse of data.  

    in the absence of a release, only provide data as required by law or court order
  137. Ethical Standards 9 - test construction
    use appropriate psychometric procedures and current scientific knowledge or design
  138. Ethical Standards 9 - interpreting assessment results
    take into account the purpose of the assessment as well as the various test factors, test-taking abilities, and other characteristics that might affect the psychologists' judgments or reduce accuracy of their interpretations
  139. Ethical Standards 9 - assessment by unqualified persons
    do not promote use of assessment techniques by unqualified persons, except for training purposes under supervision
  140. Ethical Standards 9 - obsolete tests and outdated test result
    do not base assessment or intervention/recommendations on data or rests that are outdated 

    do not base decisions or recommendation on tests and measures that are obsolete and not useful for the current purpose
  141. Ethical Standards 9 - test scoring and interpretation services
    when providing services, accurately describe the purpose, norms, reliability, and applications 

    select scoring service (including automated) on the basis of evidence of the validity of the program and procedures as well as on other appropriate considerations 

    we retain responsibility for the appropriate application, interpretation, and use of assessment intruments
  142. Ethical Standards 9 - explaining assessment results
    regardless of who does the scoring and interpretation, we take reasonable steps to ensure that explanations of results are given to the person unless the nature of the relationship preclude provision of explanation (i.e. organization consulting, preemployment or security settings, and forensic evaluations), and this fact is clearly explained in advance
  143. Ethical Standards 9 - maintaining test security
    test materials refers to manuals, instruments, protocols, and test questions or stimuli and does not include test data. Make reasonable efforts to maintain the integrity and security of test materials and techniques
  144. Ethical Standards 10 - informed consent to therapy
    inform asap about nature and anticipated course of therapy,  fees, involvement of third parties, limits of confidentiality, and provide opportunity to ask questions 

    when using unestablished techniques, inform clients of nature of treatment, potential risks, alternative treatments, and voluntary participation 

    when a trainee, client must be notified and supervisor's name is given
  145. Ethical Standards 10 - therapy involving couples or families
    take reasonable steps to clarify at the outset which of the individuals are clients and the relationship the psychologist will have with each person. This includes the psychologist's role and the likely uses of services provided or information obtained 

    if it becomes apparent that we may be called on to perform potentially conflicting roles (witness to one part un divorce proceedings), take reasonable steps to clarify and modify, or withdraw from, roles appropriately
  146. Ethical Standards 10 - group therapy
    describe at the outset the roles and responsibilities of all parties and the limits of confidentiality
  147. Ethical Standards 10 - providing therapy to those served by others
    carefully consider the treatment issues and the potential client's welfare. openly discuss these issues in order to minimize risk of confusion or conflict, consult with other provider when appropriate, and proceed with caution and sensitivity
  148. Ethical Standards 10 - sexual intimacies with current therapy clients/patients
    don't do it!
  149. Ethical Standards 10 - sexual intimacies with relatives or significant others of current therapy clients/patients
    Don't do it!
  150. Ethical Standards 10 - therapy with former sexual partners
    Don't do it!
  151. Ethical Standards 10 - sexual intimacies with former therapy clients/patients
    Don't do it for at least 2 years after termination!

    Don't do it except in the most unusual circumstances after the 2 years! You will bear the burden of showing there has been no exploitation, amount of time passed since termination, nature, duration, and intensity of the therapy, circumstances of termination, the client's personal history, their mental status, and so on..... so just don't do it!
  152. Ethical Standards 10 - interruption of therapy
    make reasonable efforts to provide for orderly and appropriate resolution of responsibility for client care in the event the work must end, with paramount consideration given to the welfare of the client
  153. Ethical Standards 10 - terminating therapy
    when it become reasonably clear the client no longer needs the service, is not likely to benefit, or is being harmed by continued service 

    may terminate when threatened or otherwise endangered by the client or a person the client has a relationship

    except when due to the client or third party payors, prior to termination provide pretermination counseling and suggest alternative service providers as appropriate
  154. Your new client is a 37-year-old woman whose symptoms meet the diagnostic criteria for Major Depressive Disorder. After your third session with her, she tells you that she was in treatment with another psychologist but terminated therapy six weeks ago after the psychologist made sexual advances toward her. She does not want you to discuss this matter with anyone. The best course of action in this situation would be to:
    discuss the client's options with her and maintain her confidentiality unless she signs a release.
  155. You have been seeing Alonzo Alvarez in therapy for over six months and believe he is no longer benefitting from his sessions with you. However, when you discuss the possibility of ending therapy, he says he's very happy with the progress he is making and wants to continue. As an ethical psychologist, you:
    see if additional goals for treatment can be identified but, if not, set a date for termination and provide Alonzo with referrals if appropriate.
  156. Which of the following best describes a psychologist's ethical requirements with regard to the use of computer-assisted psychological test scoring and interpretation services?
    These services are acceptable but the psychologist is responsible for their appropriate application and use.
  157. Dr. Rita Ryan is a psychotherapist in a small town. She receives a phone call from a man she was sexually involved with several years ago. The relationship lasted for only four months and ended amicably. The man is now married and is having problems unrelated to his relationship with Dr. Ryan. He has called to see if he can begin seeing her in therapy. Dr. Ryan should:
    refer the man to a colleague.
  158. Dr. Lisa Lopez has been treating Glenn G. for depression for three weeks. During their most recent session, Glenn disclosed that he has also been seeing another therapist for several months. As an ethical psychologist, Dr. Lopez should:
    discuss this issue with Glenn and consult with the other therapist after getting Glenn's approval to do so.
  159. Dr. Blitz has been seeing a client for four months. The client mentioned that he is very dissatisfied with the progress of therapy in the last two sessions. Dr. Blitz should:
    discuss the matter with the client and provide him with referrals if he desires.
  160. A 40-year-old therapist becomes attracted to a 38-year-old client and soon realizes that the feelings are mutual. They discuss the situation and agree to terminate therapy and begin dating immediately. This is:
    unethical because the therapist began dating a former client immediately after terminating therapy.
  161. Part of your job as a licensed psychologist at a mental health clinic is to administer intelligence, personality, and other tests to child, adolescent, and adult clients. To reduce your workload, you train an employee of the clinic to administer many of the tests and to write interpretive reports. The employee is one semester away from a B.A. in psychology and has already been accepted into a Psy.D. program for the following year. Which of the following is true about this situation?
    You are acting unethically because the employee is not qualified to interpret psychological tests.
  162. A client you have been seeing in therapy for seven weeks tells you that her ex-husband is threatening to kill you because he blames you for her unwillingness to get back together with him. From your conversations with the client, you know that the man has a history of violent behavior and that his threat against you must be taken seriously. As an ethical psychologist:
    you may terminate therapy with the client and may contact the police to obtain protection with or without the client's consent to do so.
  163. As defined in the APA's Ethics Code, a psychologist would be violating test security when he:

    A. shows a parent the questions from a standardized test when discussing the child's test results.

    B. discusses a client's responses to several test items to help the client understand why she received a low score.

    C. provides a client with the exact scale and subscale scores she obtained on a standardized test.

    D. engages in any of the activities described in the above answers.
    A
  164. The provisions of the General Guidelines are divided into three sections. What are these sections?
    1. Providers - addresses the function of professional psychologists, and the responsibility to practice within their areas of competence, supervision, and maintaining current knowledge

    2. Programs - guidelines for psychological service units. Emphasis on providing services that are responsive to the needs of the people and settings served, providing activities in ways that are consistent with APA ethical guidelines, consulting, and confidentiality

    3. Accountability - reiterates general guidelines found in the Ethics Code such as the promotion of human welfare, periodic evaluations, and pro bono work.
  165. The general guidelines for providers of psychological services present __________ guidelines for all providers of psychological services except for those engaged in teaching, research, and writing or editing manuscripts
    Aspirational
  166. As defined in the general guidelines, "professional psychologists" have a __________ degree, while a _______ can take one of several forms e.g., one of more psychologists providing services in a multidisciplinary setting or one or more in private practice
    Doctoral

    psychological service unit
  167. The general guidelines state that the advancement of _______ is the primary principle guiding the professional activities of all members of the psychological service unit.
    human welfare
  168. Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology - scope of competence
    Can consider several factors when determining competence, such as the complexity and specialized nature of the service, relevant training and experience, the preparation and study they are able to devote to the matter, and opportunity for consultation. Even when considered an expert, one may still choose to consult.
  169. Specialty guidelines for forensic psychology states that forensic psychologists seek to minimize any detrimental effects of multiple relationships by avoiding involvement in them whenever _________, while psychologists who are requested or ordered to provide concurrent or sequential forensic therapeutic services to disclose any potential risks and make _________ to refer the request to another qualified provider.
    feasible

    reasonable efforts
  170. Specialty guidelines for forensic psychology requires psychologists to avoid providing professional services on the basis of _________ fees.
    contingent
  171. Specialty guidelines for forensic psychology requires psychologists to obtain ____________ from an examinee unless the examination is court-ordered.
    informed consent
  172. Specialty guidelines for forensic psychology addresses the confidentiality of case materials and states that psychologists attempt to protect a person's privacy by disguising personally identifying information, only using information that is in the ________________, or obtaining the consent of the person or other relevant parties or organizations.
    Public domain
  173. The Guideline for Providers of Psychological Services to Ethnic, Linguistic, and Culturally Diverse Populations addressing which areas?
    Competence - be aware of limits of their competence and expertise. Seek consultation or make appropriate referrals if lacking competence 

    Self-awareness - be aware of how their own cultural background/experiences, attitudes, values, and biases influence their work. Use consultation or supervision to help monitor their functioning. Do no adopt the color blind approach 

    culture and ethnicity - help determine whether a problem stems from racism or bias in others so that the client does not inappropriately personalize problems. Appropriate intervention can be aided by consultation with religious/spiritual leaders/practitioners of relevant belief systems. 

    Language - provide written materials in understandable language. Interact with a language requested by client or make appropriate referral if not feasible. If referral is not possible offer a translator. Do not use a translator who has a dual role (e.g., family, friend, etc.)
  174. Guidelines for Child Custody Evaluations in Family Law Proceedings is divided into three sections. What are they?
    Orienting Guidelines: Purpose of the child custody evaluation: determining the psychological best interests of the child is the primary purpose of child custody evaluations and the child's welfare is always of paramount importance 

    general guidelines: preparing for the custody evaluation: address competence, functions, and roles. Courts will expect psychologists to demonstrate a level of expertise that reflects contextual insight and forensic integration as well as testing and interviewing skills. Must remain free of possible unwarranted bias or partiality. avoid multiple relationships. 

    Procedural guidelines: conducting the child custody evaluation: addressed informed consent, interpretation of assessment data, and maintenance of records.
  175. The guidelines for Custody Evaluations states that determining the child's psychological __________ is the primary purpose of a child custody evaluation and that the child's ________ is paramount, while guideline 3 notes that the focus of the evaluation should be on _____________, the child's psychological needs, and the fit between them
    best interests

    welfare

    parenting attributes
  176. The guidelines for Custody Evaluations states requires psychologists to avoid engaging in ____________ when doing so can be expected to result in reduced impartiality, competence, or effectiveness or expose individuals to harm or exploitation.
    Multiple relationships
  177. The guidelines for Custody Evaluations states attempt to obtain consent using language that is __________________ to the examinee
    reasonably understandable
  178. The guidelines for Custody Evaluations states to employ _____________ of data collection, to avoid being influenced by personal biases and unsupported beliefs, and to document the _______________ of their data
    multiple methods

    limitations
  179. You have been seeing 11-year-old Debbie in therapy for conduct problems at school for the past three months. Both of her parents are pleased with Debbie's progress in therapy but are now getting a divorce and Debbie's mother asks you to conduct a child custody evaluation of Debbie for the custody hearing. You should:
    refer Debbie to another psychologist for the evaluation.
  180. You are asked by an attorney to evaluate the woman he is representing in a custody case and then recommend that she be granted custody in court. As an ethical psychologist, you should:
    evaluate the woman and testify about the results but do not make specific recommendations about custody without evaluating the other parent and children.
  181. An organizational psychologist with a Ph.D. wants to become a clinical psychologist. According to APA guidelines, he must:
    complete appropriate coursework, training, and clinical supervision.
  182. Dr. Paula Pang is hired to perform a court-ordered evaluation of a defendant in a criminal case. After describing the purpose of the evaluation to the defendant, he says that he is not willing to cooperate. According to the APA's Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology, Dr. Pang should:
    postpone the evaluation and inform the defendant that he should discuss this matter with his attorney.
  183. When hired as an expert witness by the attorney for a plaintiff in a criminal case, a psychologist:

    A. may provide his/her services on the basis of contingent fees only if permitted to do so by the court.

    B. may provide his/her services on the basis of contingent fees only when doing so does not interfere with his/her objectivity.

    C. may provide his/her services on the basis of contingent fees as long the plaintiff consents to this arrangement.

    D. should ordinarily avoid providing his/her services on the basis of contingent fees.
    D
  184. You recently evaluated the defendant in a murder trial at the request of her attorney. The purpose of the evaluation was to support the defendant's claim that she was insane at the time she committed the crime. The case received a great deal of public attention and you would now like to write a book about it and include information about the results of your evaluation. According to the Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology:
    you may do so as long as the information you include in your book is in the public record or, if not, as long as you have obtained the consent of the defendant.
  185. A couple who recently moved to the United States from Mexico brings their 9-year-old son for assessment to determine if he meets the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. The child speaks very little English but his mother speaks both Spanish and English fluently. You do not speak Spanish and are unable to find an interpreter for the boy. You should:
    refuse to conduct the assessment and provide the family with appropriate referrals.
  186. During a court-ordered evaluation of a defendant to determine her competence to stand trial, she reveals information to you that confirms her guilt. As an ethical psychologist, you should:
    include only information relevant to the defendant's competence in the evaluation report.

    This situation is addressed in the Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology (APA, 2012). This answer is most consistent with Paragraph 10.01 of the Specialty Guidelines. It states: "Forensic examiners seek to assist the trier of fact to understand evidence or determine a fact in issue, and they provide information that is most relevant to the psycholegal issue. In reports and testimony forensic practitioners typically provide information about examinees' functional abilities, capacities, knowledge, and beliefs, and address their opinions and recommendations to the identified psycholegal issues."
  187. What is the goal of Leicensure/EPPP?
    TO protect the public by limiting licensure to people who are qualified to practice psychology as defined by state or provincial law
  188. Forensic Psychology Definitions - Insanity
    A legal concept that has various definitions depending on the jurisdiction but most reflect that a person not guilty by reason of insanity because of a mental disease or defect, that the person lack substantial capacity to appreciate the wrongfulness of the act or behave according to the requirements of the law.
  189. Forensic Psychology Definitions - competence to stand trial
    A legal matter that states as the result of mental illness or defect, the defendant lacks sufficient present ability to consult with his lawyer with a reasonable degree of rational understanding and a rational as well as factual understanding of the proceedings against him.
  190. Forensic Psychology Definitions - fact witness
    a person who testifies as to what he/she has seen, heard, or otherwise observed regarding a circumstance, event or occurrence as it actually took place. Generally do not provide opinions
  191. Forensic Psychology Definitions - expert witness
    a person who by reason of education or specialized experience possesses superior knowledge respecting a subject about which persons having no particular training are incapable of forming an accurate opinion or deducing correct conclusions. Allowed to offer opinions
  192. Forensic Psychology Definitions - guardianship
    a legal right given to a person to be responsible for the necessities of another person legally deemed incapable of providing these necessitates him/herself
  193. Four conditions must be met to successfully bring a malpractice suit against someone. these are what?
    1. there must have been a professional relationship

    2. There must be a demonstrable standard of care that was breached

    3. The person suffered harm or injury

    4. The breach of duty within the context o the standard of care was the proximate cause of the person's harm or injury.
  194. Cost analysis: cost-benefit analysis (CBA)
    involves comparing the costs and benefits of an intervention in monetary terms. May be used to evaluate a single intervention or compare two or more interventions. Difficult in that it may be hard to assign a monetary value to an intervention's outcomes
  195. Cost analysis: cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA)
    is useful when the interventions to be compared have similar goals, but it is not possible to assign a monetary value to their outcomes. Costs are expressed in monetary terms but outcomes are expressed in measurable (but nonmonetary) terms such as the number of clients who drop out of therapy or scores on a measure of symptoms severity
  196. Cost analysis: cost-utility analysis (CUA)
    involves evaluation alternative interventions by comparing their costs with the value of their outcomes in terms of healthy years of life
  197. Cost analysis: cost-feasibility analysis (CFA)
    used to evaluate the feasibility of one or more interventions on the basis of monetary and other resources they would require. The purpose of CFA is to determine if an intervention is worth considering. Does not take into account the outcomes of an intervention
  198. Cost analysis: cost-minimization analysis (CMA)
    used to determine the least costly option that produces equivalent outcomes.
  199. Cost analysis: cost-offset analysis aka medical cost offset
    used to determine the reduction in medical costs obtained by providing a mental health or other non-medical intervention. Involves comparing the costs incurred when implementing the intervention with the medical costs saved as as result.
  200. To compare the impact of two or more interventions on patients' duration and quality of life, you would conduct which of the following types of cost analysis?

    A.Cost-utility

    B. Cost-effectiveness

    C. Cost-minimization

    D. Cost-benefit
    A
  201. A psychologist is subpoenaed to testify at a deposition about a current therapy client. This means that the psychologist:

    A. must testify about the client as requested.

    B. must appear at the deposition as requested.

    C. must provide the requested documents.

    D. can expect to receive a court order within 60 days.
    B
  202. A psychologist has received a subpoena duces tecum requesting that she testify in court about a former client and provide the court with records related to the client's treatment. The psychologist does not have a release from the client to do so. She should:

    A. appear in court and release the records as requested.

    B. appear in court but claim the privilege on behalf of the client.

    C. appear in court but release only those records she believes to be relevant to the case.

    D. refuse to appear in court until she obtains a release from the client.
    B
  203. For a client to bring a claim of malpractice against his or her therapist, which of the following conditions is NOT necessary?

    A. The therapist must have had a professional relationship with the client that established a legal duty of care.

    B. The harm or injury experienced by the client must be due to deliberate action or inaction on the part of the therapist.

    C. There is a demonstrable standard of care that the therapist has breached.

    D. The therapist's breach of duty within the standard of care was the proximate cause of the harm or injury.
    B
  204. The Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) is best described as:
    a measure of basic knowledge of psychology.
  205. The primary purpose of the state and provincial licensing boards is to:
    protect the public.
  206. Research by Lamb and Catanzaro (1998) on sexual misconduct by psychotherapists found that:

    A. therapists who had sex with their clients often had sexual relations in the past with their own therapist, a professor, or supervisor.

    B. therapists who had sex with their clients were more likely than those who did not to have been involved in nonsexual dual relationships with clients.

    C. therapists who had sex with their clients were, in general, less experienced and younger than those who did not.

    D. there were no consistent differences between therapists who did and did not have sex with their clients in terms of other dual relationships or sexual relations with their own therapist, professor, or supervisor.
    B
  207. To serve as an expert witness in a court case, you:

    A. must have the consent of the person you will be testifying about.

    B. must testify only with regard to what you have personally observed.

    C. must be qualified by the court to offer opinions and conclusions.

    D. must be qualified by the attorneys for the plaintiff and defendant to offer opinions and conclusions.
    C
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