Question 1

When a social worker does not know how to respond to a situation due to the situation going against the workers morals, the social worker is facing a:

Accepted Answer

A Value Dilemma occurs when a professional encounters a situation that conflicts with their personal values, beliefs, or ethics, making it challenging to decide on the appropriate course of action.

Question 2

It is easier to change a client's belief when it conflicts with:

Accepted Answer

It is generally easier to change a client's belief when it conflicts with empirical evidence because empirical evidence is based on observable and measurable facts. Therefore, presenting factual, scientific data or research can effectively challenge and potentially alter a belief. In contrast, values, morals, and ethical codes are more subjective and deeply ingrained, making them more resistant to change.

Question 3

According to Dolgoff, Loewenberg and Harrington's list of prioritized values, the following value takes precedent over all other values:

Accepted Answer

Protection of life is considered the highest priority according to Dolgoff, Loewenberg, and Harrington's list of prioritized values. This principle emphasizes the importance of preserving human life above all other ethical considerations.

Question 4

In Reamer's framework of decision-making, the last step is to:

Accepted Answer

Reamer's framework for ethical decision-making in social work and similar professions emphasizes the importance of ongoing evaluation and documentation of decisions made. The final step involves monitoring the outcomes of the decision, evaluating its effectiveness, and documenting the process and outcomes to ensure accountability and for future reference. This approach helps in learning from the decision-making process and adjusting practices as necessary.

Question 5

The principle of viewing and treating a person as a unique individual is:

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Individualization refers to the principle of recognizing and treating each person as a unique individual, taking into account their specific circumstances, needs, and characteristics.

Question 6

The "looking-glass self-concept" theory asserts that a person's self-concept:

Accepted Answer

The "looking-glass self-concept" theory, proposed by Charles Horton Cooley, suggests that a person's self-concept is shaped largely by the perceptions and interactions they have with others. It posits that individuals form an image of themselves based on how they believe others view them.

Question 7

The principle of client self-determination implies that:

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Client self-determination means that the client is the primary decision-maker in their own life, and the social worker's role is to support and empower the client in solving their own problems.

Question 8

A social worker is permitted, expected, or required to violate confidentiality in each of the following except:

Accepted Answer

Violating confidentiality based on the social worker's personal judgment that the client is being untruthful does not meet the legal or ethical standards for breaching confidentiality. Threats of harm, clear dangers posed by a client's condition, and situations involving minors who are victims of crimes are circumstances where breaking confidentiality may be warranted or required.

Question 9

All of the following are included under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act except:

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The answer of All of the following are included under...

Question 10

The NASW Code of Ethics contains which of these statements on boundary issues:

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The answer of The NASW Code of Ethics contains which...

Question 11

_____ provide(s) the social work profession with a global and contemporary set of guidelines, whereas _____ would usually be defined in vague terminology such as fairness versus unfairness or equality versus inequality.

Accepted Answer

Human rights provide a global and contemporary set of guidelines, offering a more defined framework for understanding what is fair and just, whereas social justice is often discussed in broader, more abstract terms like fairness versus unfairness or equality versus inequality.

Question 12

The principle of self-determination states that clients have the right to hold, express, and act upon their own opinions, as long as in doing so they do not infringe upon the rights of others.

Accepted Answer

The principle of self-determination emphasizes the right of individuals to make their own choices and decisions, respecting their autonomy as long as these actions do not harm others, aligning with ethical standards in various professional fields such as social work and counseling.

Question 13

Client beliefs that conflict with current knowledge are easier to change than client beliefs that are based on the client's values.

Accepted Answer

Client beliefs based on current knowledge can be more readily updated with new information or evidence, whereas beliefs deeply rooted in a client's values are often tied to their identity and worldview, making them more resistant to change.

Question 14

If a worker views a client negatively and is consequently unable to establish a working relationship, then that worker should transfer the case to another worker.

Accepted Answer

This is because a negative view can hinder the development of a productive working relationship, which is crucial for effective support and intervention. Transferring the case can ensure the client receives unbiased and constructive assistance.

Question 15

The implementation of the principle of individualization often conflicts with the need for
classification.

Accepted Answer

The principle of individualization focuses on tailoring processes, treatments, or interventions to the specific characteristics of an individual, while classification involves grouping individuals based on shared characteristics. These approaches can conflict when the act of grouping overlooks or simplifies individual nuances in favor of broader categorization.

Question 16

The danger of classifying people in a particular category is that such a classification may cause professionals to respond to people as objects rather than as individuals.

Accepted Answer

Classifying people into specific categories can lead to stereotyping and generalizations, which may result in professionals treating individuals based on category attributes rather than their unique characteristics and needs.

Question 17

The principle of client self-determination states that a worker should seek to remold clients and their behavior into a pattern that the worker believes will be the most beneficial.

Accepted Answer

The principle of client self-determination emphasizes respecting and supporting clients' rights to make their own choices and decisions, rather than imposing the worker's beliefs or desires on them.

Question 18

Confidentiality should never be violated.

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality is a fundamental principle in many professions and contexts, but there are exceptions where violating confidentiality is considered necessary, such as when there is a risk of harm to the individual or others, legal requirements to report certain information, or with the individual's consent.

Question 19

Clients of agencies receiving federal funds have no right to see their records.

Accepted Answer

Clients of agencies receiving federal funds generally have the right to see their records under laws such as the Privacy Act of 1974, which provides individuals with a means to access and amend their records held by federal agencies.

Question 20

In Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California, the California Supreme Court ruled that psychotherapists must maintain client confidentiality even if the professional believes there is a clear danger.

Accepted Answer

In Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California, the court ruled that mental health professionals have a duty to protect individuals who are being threatened with bodily harm by a patient, which may involve breaching confidentiality to warn the threatened individual.

Quiz 3: Social Work Values