Deck 2: Ethical and Legal Foundations of Group Work

Question 1

__________ are based on generally accepted societal norms, beliefs, customs and values.

A) Laws
B) Ethical standards
C) Both of the above.
D) None of the above.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The difference between laws and ethical standards is that laws

A) are more prescriptive.
B) dictate minimum standards of behavior.
C) carry penalties for failure to comply.
D) All of the above.

Answer 2

D

Question 3

__________ are those which leaders try to attain at the highest standards and think about the impact of their behavior.

A) Mandatory ethics
B) Aspirational ethics
C) Nonmalificent ethics
D) Beneficent ethics

Answer 3

B

Question 4

__________ is NOT a moral principle named by Forester-Miller and Davis.

A) Autonomy
B) Confidentiality
C) Justice
D) Fidelity

Question 5

Which of the following is a purpose of the ACA Code of Ethics?

A) Clarify the nature of ethical responsibilities
B) Support the mission of the association
C) Assist members in constructing a professional course of action
D) All of the above.

Question 6

"__________" is NOT one of the eight divisions of the ACA Code of Ethics?

A) Coordination and Collaboration
B) Relationships with Other Professionals
C) Research and Publication
D) The Counseling Relationship

Question 7

__________ is the cornerstone of all counseling.

A) Trust
B) Confidentiality
C) Counselor competence
D) Informed consent

Question 8

When counseling minors, __________ confidentiality rights belong to the child, but __________ confidentiality rights belong to the parent.

A) legal, ethical
B) legal, legal
C) ethical, ethical
D) ethical, legal

Question 9

If a parent demands to know what is going on in group, the leader may

A) only divulge information about the parent's child as appropriate and may not share information about other students in the group.
B) not tell the parent any information.
C) ask the group members for permission.
D) ask the parent if they are sure they would like to break the trust of the group.

Question 10

It is necessary that leaders

A) do not include siblings in groups.
B) monitor their competence as different groups and clients require different skills.
C) ignore their values and character influences.
D) All of the above.

Question 11

Gladding (2016) believed that group leaders who try to hide their values or are unaware of their values may

A) be more effective.
B) do more harm than good.
C) prevent influencing group members' values.
D) None of the above.

Question 12

Group leaders must be aware of

A) time constraints.
B) hidden agendas.
C) how backgrounds of members influence their acceptance into the group and their behavior.
D) gossiping outside of the group.

Question 13

__________ exist to ensure appropriate behavior for professionals within a particular context to ensure that the best interests of the clients are met.

A) Laws
B) Ethical standards
C) Both of the above.
D) None of the above.

Question 14

If a conflict between ethical standards and laws exist, leaders must

A) make the clients aware of the conflict.
B) follow the law.
C) choose which is best for the client.
D) follow the ethical standards.

Question 15

Which of the following laws governs student records?

A) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
B) Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)
C) Group Work Act
D) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Question 16

Under FERPA __________ can access a student's record.

A) anyone who has custody of the child
B) any staff member within the school
C) those people with legitimate educational interest
D) only the child

Question 17

Professional counselors conducting groups in schools must be aware of limitations that FERPA may impose on

A) curriculum materials.
B) assessments used to identify or evaluate members.
C) types of information kept in counseling notes.
D) All of the above.

Question 18

The 2014 ACA Code of Ethics added which of the following as a sixth moral principle?

A) Veracity
B) Confidentiality
C) Integrity
D) Justice

Question 19

Which of the following moral principles refers to independence and the right of the group member to make one's own decisions?

A) Veracity
B) Autonomy
C) Beneficence
D) Fidelity

Question 20

The ACA Code of Ethics provides which of the following guidelines for group leaders?

A) Counselors screen prospective group participants.
B) Leaders ensure the appropriateness of members chosen.
C) Counselors take precautions to protect group members from physical, emotional, or psychological trauma.
D) All of the above.

Question 21

According to the ASCA ethical standards regarding informed consent, school counselors

A) must inform parents/guardians of student participation in a small group.
B) only inform parents/guardians of student participation in a psychotherapy group.
C) are not required to inform parents/guardians of student participation in a small group.
D) None of the above.

Question 22

Competence in group work involves group leaders

A) employing interventions that are congruent with group purpose.
B) utilizing culturally relevant interventions and techniques.
C) continually monitoring their effectiveness to avoid group member harm.
D) All of the above.

Question 23

According to FERPA, all of the following are considered part of education records EXCEPT

A) attendance.
B) personal notes.
C) achievement scores.
D) behavior data.

Question 24

Premature termination of a group member

A) is always harmful to the group.
B) harms the group member because they did not reach their goal.
C) may be beneficial to the member.
D) usually leads to more group members also terminating early.

Question 25

Which of the following information should a professional school counselor include in an informed consent form to parents/guardians regarding group participation?

A) The topic and/or goal of the group.
B) The number, length, and location of sessions.
C) The expected group outcomes.
D) All of the above.

Question 26

Compare and contrast laws and ethical standards.

Question 27

Define confidentiality and describe its limits with regard to group work.

Question 28

Choose two major ethical issues in group counseling. Define and describe each.

Question 29

Explain the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974.

Question 30

Describe how FERPA affects group work in public schools.

Question 31

Describe the implications HIPAA has for group leaders.

Question 32

Identify and describe the six moral principles outlined in the ACA Code of Ethics.

Question 33

Discuss the importance of informed consent in group work in the school setting and in private practice.