Question 1

Ethics are concerned with what is good and desirable while values deal with what is right and correct.

Accepted Answer

Ethics are concerned with what is right and wrong, guiding how individuals make moral decisions, while values are deeply held beliefs that guide behavior and choices, reflecting what is important and desirable to an individual.

Question 2

Acknowledging Credit" is a subheading under the " Social workers' ethical responsibilities to clients" section in the National Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics .

Accepted Answer

"Acknowledging Credit" is not listed as a subheading under the "Social workers' ethical responsibilities to clients" in the NASW Code of Ethics. The Code focuses on broader ethical principles and responsibilities such as confidentiality, informed consent, and conflicts of interest.

Question 3

Principle 3 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is:

Accepted Answer

Principle 3 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is Autonomy, which refers to the right of individuals to make decisions about their own lives and bodies.

Question 4

Principle 1 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is:

Accepted Answer

Principle 1 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is the protection of life, which takes precedence over other ethical considerations.

Question 5

According to Reamer's Guide to Ethical Decision-making, if a client tells his social worker that he committed an armed robbery for which another person has been incarcerated, the social worker, according to______principle, should report the confession despite breaking confidentiality with her client.

Accepted Answer

According to Reamer's Guide to Ethical Decision-making, the social worker's ethical responsibility in this situation is to balance the client's right to confidentiality with the duty to protect the public. In this case, the social worker should report the confession because another person has been incarcerated for the crime, and thus the client's right to self-determination is outweighed by the other person's right to well-being. Choice B reflects this principle.

Question 6

Principle 2 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Principle 2 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical...

Question 7

An agency administrator awards a bid for new office computers to a company that promises to provide him with a new 52" television set for his home. This is a violation of in the National Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics .

Accepted Answer

This scenario violates the National Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics principle of conflict of interest, as the agency administrator is using their position to personally benefit from the bidding process.

Question 8

According to Reamer, all of the following variables are often considered when trying to make the right distribution of scarce resources except :

Accepted Answer

"Least harm" is not typically considered a variable in the distribution of scarce resources, which usually focuses on equality, need, and compensation.

Question 9

According to Reamer's Guide to Ethical Decision-making:

Accepted Answer

Reamer's Guide to Ethical Decision-making emphasizes that in ethical dilemmas, rules about basic survival are considered more fundamental and thus take precedence over rules governing lesser acts. This principle is rooted in the prioritization of ensuring individuals' basic needs and safety above other considerations.

Question 10

Principle 6 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is:

Accepted Answer

Principle 6 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is Privacy.

Question 11

Appropriate physical contact is permitted between a worker and a client as long as the worker sets clear boundaries for such contact.

Accepted Answer

As long as the worker sets clear boundaries and obtains the consent of the client, appropriate physical contact such as a hug or handshake may be permissible in certain situations depending on the nature of the professional relationship.

Question 12

When faced with an ethical dilemma, the step after recognizing the problem is:

Accepted Answer

After recognizing the problem, the next step is to investigate the variables involved to understand the context and details of the ethical dilemma.

Question 13

recognizes the rights and needs of clients to be free to make their own choices and decisions.

Accepted Answer

Self-determination refers to respecting and honoring clients' autonomy and freedom to make decisions about their own lives, including the right to refuse or accept treatment. It is an important ethical principle in healthcare and social services. The other options are not relevant to this concept.

Question 14

Clients' rights to make their own decisions, identify their own needs, and choose the most appropriate option when faced with possible courses of action is called social affirmation.

Accepted Answer

This concept is more accurately described as client self-determination, a fundamental principle in social work and counseling that respects the clients' rights to make their own choices and decisions.

Question 15

_________ is defined by Pedersen as the perspective characterized by defining reality according to one set of cultural assumptions, insensitivity to cultural variations, irrational adherence to one's own beliefs as being the only right ones, and an overly simplified view of both reality and problem resolution.

Accepted Answer

The definition provided matches the concept of cultural encapsulation, which is characterized by a lack of sensitivity to cultural variations and an irrational adherence to one's own cultural beliefs as being superior to others. Cultural pluralism, on the other hand, is the acceptance of multiple cultures and their coexistence in society. Uniculturality refers to a society that is homogenous in terms of culture. Individualistic culture emphasizes the importance of individualism and self-reliance over collectivism.

Question 16

Principle 4 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is:

Accepted Answer

Principle 4 is "Least harm," which asserts that social workers must strive to do the least harm possible, balancing the risks and benefits of any action they take on behalf of their clients. It prioritizes minimizing negative consequences for those affected by decisions and actions made by social workers.

Question 17

Principle 7 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical Principles Screen" is:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Principle 7 of Loewenberg and Dolgoff's "Ethical...

Question 18

All of the following were cited in the text as recommendations to consider if you are thinking about "blowing the whistle" except :

Accepted Answer

The text does not recommend to "not follow the usual chain of command" as a course of action. Instead, it suggests following appropriate channels and reporting the concern to higher-ups in a proper manner. The other choices (A, C, and D) are all recommended in the text as important considerations before blowing the whistle.

Question 19

Termination of services should be discussed with the client just prior to the termination date to lessen the anxiety of the client.

Accepted Answer

Termination of services should be discussed with the client well in advance of the termination date, allowing adequate time for the client to process the information, address any concerns, and prepare for the transition, thus potentially reducing anxiety.

Question 20

________ responsibility means that you are responsible for those actions you choose not to take.

Accepted Answer

Negative responsibility refers to the responsibility of not taking an action even though one has the power or authority to do so, and as a result, causing harm or negative consequences.

Quiz 12: Ethics and Ethical Dilemmas in Practice With Organizations and Communities