Paula, a substance abuse counselor, takes her work very seriously. She is working with Reba, an alcoholic. As they address issues, Paula discovers that Reba abuses her children when she's drinking. Paula does not consider herself an expert in the area of child abuse and neglect. Paula talks with other agency colleagues regularly, trying to keep track of their areas of interest and professional development. Paula's supervisor encourages her staff to share their expertise with one another. Paula knows that Robinette has substantial experience working with child abuse cases so she takes it upon herself to talk with Robinette about Reba. This is the ethical thing to do.

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Paula, a substance abuse counselor, takes her work very seriously. She is working with Reba, an alcoholic. As they address issues, Paula discovers that Reba abuses her children when she's drinking.  Paula does not consider herself an expert in the area of child abuse and neglect. Paula talks with other agency colleagues regularly, trying to keep track of their areas of interest and professional development.  Paula's supervisor encourages her staff to share their expertise with one another. Paula knows that Robinette has substantial experience working with child abuse cases so she takes it upon herself to talk with Robinette about Reba. This is the ethical thing to do.

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Paula is acting ethically by seeking guidance from a colleague with more expertise in a specific area of concern (child abuse) that directly impacts her client's well-being, ensuring she provides the best possible care and support.

Paula, a Substance Abuse Counselor, Takes Her Work Very Seriously