An OTA who is not certified in PAMs is utilizing them in his treatment. The OTA is utilizing techniques that are contraindicated for his client. Which principle of the AOTA Code of Ethics has the OTA violated?

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The OTA violated the principle of nonmaleficence which states that practitioners should not cause harm to their clients. Utilizing contraindicated techniques can potentially harm the client and the OTA is not certified in PAMs which means they do not have the knowledge and skill to utilize them safely.

An OTA Who Is Not Certified in PAMs Is Utilizing