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Q: A Preferred Provider Organization (PPO): a. must accept all counselors who apply to be added to their list of providers of health care services. b. must accept counselors as providers of mental health services. c. may not accept counselors as providers of mental health services and can limit the number of providers on their list of providers. d. have to accept counselors as providers of mental health services if the counselors are licensed by their state. e. may not limit the number of providers on their list of providers.

Q: Freedom of choice legislation allows health care consumers to choose: a. the insurance company they prefer. b. the physician they prefer under their state authorized health care plans. c. the hospital they prefer for health care treatment. d. the state managed health care facility they prefer. e. the type of health care provider they prefer under state authorized health care plans.

Q: Health care plans in the United States: a. must, by federal law, include mental health services benefits. b. are available to 99% of the population. c. often are unavailable to the working poor. d. provide health care, including mental health care, to all individuals who are not covered by Medicaid. e. are the best in the world and ensure that all Americans receive the health care they need.

Q: According to the United State Small Business Administration, the percentages of business that fail are: a. over 5% fail in the first year, and 15% fail within the first 5 years. b. over 50% fail in the first year, and 95% fail within the first 5 years. c. over 10% fail in the first year, and 25% fail within the first 5 years. d. over 95% fail in the first year, and 99% fail within the first 5 years. e. over 15% fail in the first year, and 35% fail within the first 5 years.

Q: In the event a counselor has a client with a large bill for services that is several months late, the counselor SHOULD: a. sue the client. b. threaten the client with a law suit if payment is not made. c. report the client to the state licensure board. d. forget the bill and take steps in the future to prevent these bills from developing. e. pay a bill collector to collect the money due.

Q: A sliding scale in counseling refers to: a. a chart that indicates the degree to which a client is functioning. b. a system of rotation that determines when a counselor is on call for the weekend. c. a fee structure based on the clients family income and family size. d. a fee structure based on the net worth of the individual. e. the degree to which a counselor is willing to render a diagnosis to meet the requirements of an insurance company or third-party payer.

Q: Problems with corporations include all of the following EXCEPT: a. the personal assets of owners are at risk. b. meetings have to be held periodically and annual reports have to be filed or the corporation will cease to exist legally. c. income is taxed to the corporation and is taxed again when it is distributed to owners. d. accountants and lawyers must be retained on a continuous basis to ensure the corporation is functioning properly. e. corporations are very expensive to form initially.

Q: The most structured form of collaboration between counselors and other health professionals is: a. coordination of services. b. consultation. c. teamwork. d. medication monitoring. e. conferring.

Q: All of the following steps are suggested when counselors open private practices EXCEPT: a. obtain a federal tax ID number if there are any employees. b. apply for and obtain a business license. c. purchase liability, property damage, or other types of insurance. d. form a corporation, because it is the only way to protect your personal assets. e. obtain a professional license if one is required in the state to practice counseling independently.

Q: If a counselor were to purposefully make false oral statements that damaged the reputation of another mental health professional, the counselor could be sued for: a. slander. b. libel. c. malicious harm. d. absolute privilege. e. insubordination.

Q: If you believe your supervisor at your work setting is forcing you to act in what you consider to be an unethical manner you SHOULD: a. report your supervisor to the state licensure board. b. report your supervisor to the American Counseling Association (ACA) Ethics Committee. c. resign your position immediately to avoid being held in violation of your professional code of ethics. d. hire an attorney who will attempt to force your employer to allow you to practice in an ethical manner. e. try to work with your supervisor to resolve the problem.

Q: Which of the following behaviors WOULD constitute insubordination? a. refusing to carry out a directive of a psychiatrist who works for a different company. b. refusing to carry out a directive of a police officer who is investigating a crime at your place of work. c. refusing to carry out a directive of your co-worker who has seniority. d. refusing to carry out a directive of your immediate supervisor when that directive does not violate any laws or company policies. e. refusing to carry out a directive of a state inspector who is visiting your work site to perform a legally required inspection.

Q: All of the following statements are true EXCEPT: a. employers cannot force employees to take actions that are illegal. b. employees do not have to do anything they consider to be unethical. c. when disputes arise between employer and employees, the law generally favors the employer. d. by accepting a job, an employee agrees to perform the tasks assigned. e. counselors have a legal right to be free in the workplace of discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age and disabilities.

Q: When a member expresses a desire to drop out of an ongoing group, the counselor SHOULD: a. persuade the member to stay in the group for the good of the group. b. bring the group to a close and start over with members who wish to continue. c. encourage the member to discuss the decision with the group. d. notify the remaining members in writing of that members decision. e. assume that the group is dysfunctional.

Q: Counselors who intend to conduct family counseling as part of their professional practice SHOULD: a. complete a degree program in marriage and family counseling rather than in clinical mental health counseling. b. disclose their own family of origin issues as part of the Informed Consent process. c. advocate for the preservation of a couples marriage. d. seek separate licensure as Marriage and Family Therapists. e. gain specific training in marriage and family counseling, including supervised experience.

Q: When counseling victims of domestic violence, counselors SHOULD: a. avoid encouraging the victim to leave the relationship until safety can be assured. b. report the abuser to the police. c. try to persuade the victim to leave the abuser. d. remember that the abuser is probably himself or herself a victim of abuse. e. never see the members of the couple separately, to avoid deceit.

Q: Informed Consent in group counseling SHOULD include: a. a reassurance that the counselor will not allow any events to occur that might put group members at physical or psychological risk. b. a clear statement that there is no confidentiality in group settings. c. an explanation that once the group starts, no one will be allowed to exit the group for the first month. d. an explanation of ways the group may be congruent and incongruent with individual members cultural values. e. an explanation that the members themselves are fully responsible for setting the goals, purpose, and ground rules of the group.

Q: In the process of explaining Informed Consent in family counseling, counselors SHOULD: a. describe possible changes in family relationships that could occur as a result of family counseling. b. explain that one family member will be designated as the identified patient for insurance reimbursement purposes. c. assure family members that any changes made in family functioning as a result of counseling will be acceptable to all family members. d. counsel separately, on an individual basis, any family member who expresses reluctance to participate in family counseling. e. require each family member to sign a confidentiality pledge and agree not to discuss topics raised in session during the intervals between sessions.

Q: In order for a counselor to be competent to engage in group work, the counselor: a. must be a member of the Association for Specialists in Group Work (ASGW). b. must have the training outlined in the ASGW Professional Standards for the Training of Group Workers. c. must have had a minimum of group work preparation and supervised experience. d. must be certified by ASGW. e. must have had at least two graduate courses in group work and have completed a 600-hour internship in group counseling.

Q: When one spouse in a married couple demands that a counselor testify in court as to what occurred in counseling sessions, and the other spouse insists that the counselor not testify, the best course of action is for the counselor to: a. agree to testify because one spouse is demanding that. b. refuse to testify because one spouse is insisting that the counselor not testify. c. call the state licensure board for advice. d. contact the ACA Ethics Committee and request an opinion. e. consult with an attorney and follow his or her advice.

Q: Because children cannot give their legal consent to participate in family counseling, a. parental consent should be obtained in writing from both biological parents. b. they should not be included in family counseling prior to age 18. c. it is illegal to include them in a family counseling session unless their parents have consented in writing. d. a court order should be obtained before including a child in a family counseling situation. e. they should be informed of the process of family counseling and their consent should be secured even though it is not legally required.

Q: Pre-screening of group members: a. is a good idea but is not required by the ACA Code of Ethics. b. is required by the ACA Code of Ethics. c. is recommended but not required by the ACA Code of Ethics. d. is an ethical practice that all counselors adhere to. e. is an ethical standard that is meant to protect counselors from being sued.

Q: A counselor who is beginning a group SHOULD: a. require all group members to sign a pledge to keep information from the group confidential. b. explain that nothing is confidential because group members do not have the same obligation as professional counselors to keep information private. c. explain that while the counselor will keep things confidential, there is no guarantee others in the group will do the same. d. guarantee all information in the group will remain private. e. explain that group members who violate the confidentiality of other group members will be reported to the counselors state licensure board.

Q: When married couples divorce, a. almost all states allow joint custody and in a few state courts, joint custody is the preferred arrangement; while in some other state courts, joint custody is avoided if possible. b. all states prefer joint custody. c. joint custody is preferred by judges in all state courts except for Montana. d. although almost all states allow joint custody, only one state court favors joint custody as the preferred arrangement. e. judges in almost all states prefer joint custody.

Q: Regarding the law of privileged communication, in relation to family and group counseling, a. most privilege laws cover all family members and group members who are being counseled at one time. b. privilege among group or family members in counseling is the same as it is between the counselor and individual clients. c. generally, privilege is waived if there is a third-party present during counseling. d. privilege never exists during family or group counseling in any state. e. privilege always exists during family or group counseling in all states.

Q: A family counselor who uses paradoxical directives or interventions could get into trouble, because clients who follow their prescriptions for behavior may be: a. confused. b. harmed. c. engaging in illegal activities. d. suspicious of the counselors motives. e. distracted.

Q: If a counselor wants a person other than a biological parent or legal guardian (such as a step-parent or grandparent) to have confidential information regarding a minor client, a simple solution is to: a. tell the step-parent or grandparent to go to court and get a court order giving them access to the information. b. get a signed statement from the step-parent or grandparent that they will not reveal the information to anyone else once it is given to them. c. get a signed statement from the minor client, allowing the counselor to disclose information to the step-parent or grandparent. d. get a signed statement from one of the biological parents or legal guardians, allowing the counselor to disclose information to the step-parent or grandparent. e. ask the step-parent or grandparent to prove the child is living with them, and then it is acceptable to give them access to confidential information regarding the child.

Q: Family counselors often view the family system as their client and treat the family as one entityas opposed to treating individual family membersand our laws: a. favor the rights of families, as a whole, over the rights of individual family members. b. support family counselors by also viewing the family system as one entity. c. create a fiction that a family is a person under the law. d. view family members as having separate and distinct rights and responsibilities that are individual in nature. e. do not recognize that families exist in our society.

Q: Research has shown that school counselors are unanimous in believing that: a. confidentiality must be breached when students reveal they are using cocaine. b. delicate cutting is such risky behavior that parents must be notified. c. even young children are capable of giving Informed Consent to counseling. d. suicidal behavior poses a level of threat that requires breaching confidentiality. e. they should refer all children with serious depression to clinical counselors, when possible.

Q: With respect to counseling minor clients who are considering abortion, counselors SHOULD: a. be aware that most teens avoiding talking to their parents about pregnancy because adolescents need to rebel against parental authority. b. recognize that these clients may need to process issues of abuse, loss, love, and hopes for the future. c. advocate their own moral position regarding abortion. d. exercise care when assisting a minor to obtain an abortion. e. immediately refer these clients to medical professionals.

Q: The 2014 ACA Code of Ethics: a. contains few standards specifically related to counseling children. b. advises counselors to develop specialty competences before attempting to counsel children. c. advises counselors to consider that adolescents are more concerned about privacy than adult clients. d. requires counselors to notify parents or guardians when teens disclose they have used marijuana. e. advises counselors to report to police any instances of sexting among adolescents

Q: When counseling clients who are terminally ill and wish to explore end-of-life decisions, counselors should always do all of the following EXCEPT: a. help the clients clarify their thoughts and feelings about end-of-life choices. b. assist the clients to deal with grief and loss issues. c. examine their own values and beliefs about death and dying before agreeing to counsel terminally ill clients. d. ensure that they have the competencies needed to work with terminally ill clients. e. inform the terminally ill clients family that the client is considering various end of life options and involve the family in the decision-making process.

Q: The 2014 ACA Code of Ethics advises counselors to: a. uphold the confidentiality rights of their minor clients even when parents object. b. avoid legal liability by including parents in counseling sessions with their children. c. avoid legal liability by disclosing to parents any risky behavior of a minor client, such as experimenting with drugs or alcohol. d. establish collaborative relationships with parents. e. obtain minor clients legal informed consent for counseling services.

Q: Each of the following groups might be considered to be vulnerable adults who are protected from abuse in some states by statute EXCEPT: a. developmentally disabled adults. b. severely mentally ill adults. c. elderly adults. d. physically disabled adults. e. emotionally distressed adults.

Q: When it comes to determining who has the right to make decisions regarding a childs life, the law favors: a. the adult with whom the child is living. b. grandparents, if they are raising the child. c. biological parents. d. the child himself or herself. e. the childs adult sibling.

Q: As a professional counselor, you are required by law in all states to report: a. a clients threat to commit a burglary. b. suspected child abuse or neglect. c. unethical behavior of a colleague. d. knowledge that a client has tested positive for HIV. e. all of the above.

Q: Dual relationships in school settings: a. seldom cause problems. b. do not usually create misunderstandings. c. help students gain trust and respect for the counselor, if the counselor has disciplinary functions in the non-counseling relationship. d. generally, should be avoided. e. rarely occur when dealing with child abuse issues.

Q: When reporting suspected child abuse in good faith, counselors should review their particular state statute to determine all of the following EXCEPT: a. who must file the report. b. when the report must be made. c. counselor liability for defamation of character. d. whether past abuse must be reported. e. whether a written report is required in addition to an oral report.

Q: Many states have laws requiring reports of suspected abuse of all of the following EXCEPT: a. children. b. elderly persons. c. incompetent persons. d. abused spouses or domestic partners. e. developmentally disabled persons.

Q: School counselors have a legal obligation to do all of the following EXCEPT: a. obtain written parental permission before counseling students in most circumstances. b. report child abuse if it is suspected. c. inform parents if the counselor determines the child is at risk for suicide. d. inform parents if the counselor determines the child is a danger to others. e. secure parents informed consent before providing unusual counseling services.

Q: Parents who object to their childs participation in counseling: a. have no legal rights. b. have limited legal rights if there is a statute in the state that addresses the issue. c. may have the right to demand that services be discontinued. d. should be reported for suspected child abuse. e. can win a law suit if they sue based on violation of their first amendment rights.

Q: In determining whether a child is a danger to self or others, the counselor should do all of the following EXCEPT: a. consult with a colleague. b. consider the age and maturity level of the client. c. follow the institutional policy on the issue. d. assure the client of complete confidentiality. e. document any actions taken.

Q: Minor clients have: a. an ethical right to privacy and confidentiality, but no legal right in most states. b. an ethical and a legal right to privacy and confidentiality in most states. c. a legal right to determine when parents should become involved in the counseling process. d. no ethical or legal rights. e. a legal right to remain in counseling over their parents objections.

Q: The _____________ credential is offered through the Center for Credentialing and Education by NBCC for those interested in specializing in distance counseling. a. Distance Certified Counselor (DCC) b. National Distance Counselor (NDC) c. Certified Distance Counselor (CDC) d. National Certified Distance Counselor (NCDC) e. Distance Certified Counseling Specialist (DCCS)

Q: Which of the following is TRUE of cultural diversity in technology use: a. researchers have found that technology use is generally uniform across cultural boundaries. b. Hispanic and Black individuals are more likely to own a computer than White and Asian counterparts. c. those without a high school diploma have higher rates of access to high speed internet than those with higher levels of education. d. Asian and White individuals are more likely to own computers and have access to high speed internet than Hispanic and Black individuals. e. Internet use appears to be highest among those of lower socioeconomic statuses and educational attainment levels.

Q: Storing clients records electronically: a. provides a higher level of security than paper records. b. is not cost effective. c. is the preferred method for storing client records. d. ensures confidentiality. e. prevents unauthorized individuals from viewing records.

Q: Disadvantages of e-mail communication with clients include all of the following EXCEPT: a. confidential information in e-mails can be saved on computers or e-mail servers. b. recipients may misinterpret information and are not necessarily able to ask for immediate clarification. c. e-mail messages can be easily forwarded to others or sent to the wrong recipient by mistake. d. messages can be altered before being forwarded to another party. e. the ease of e-mail communication encourages formality and professionalism.

Q: When communicating with clients over the phone, counselors SHOULD: a. inform the client that he or she must speak to the counselor face-to-face, because phone communication of confidential issues is unethical. b. assume that the conversation cannot be intercepted due to encryption software on cell phones. c. acknowledge that the client is receiving services to unknown callers reporting that they know the client. d. state information off the record and informally if the client and counselor have good rapport. e. attempt to verify the clients identity, and demonstrate caution and professionalism when discussing confidential information.

Q: All of the following are challenges associated with distance counseling EXCEPT: a. loss of body language, inflection, and other cues to communication. b. licensing concerns relative to practicing across state and international boundaries. c. limited effectiveness of counseling services that are not delivered face-to-face. d. reimbursement by insurance providers. e. need to continuously update ethical codes to address distance counseling.

Q: In distance counseling, counselors MAY be subject to: a. only the ethical standards developed by the state counseling association in which the client resides. b. ethical standards developed by ACA and state licensing boards, as well as the laws and regulations of both the counselors and the clients physical locations. c. ethical standards but not legal requirements, as laws do not yet address distance counseling. d. only the ethical standards developed by the state counseling association in which the counselor resides. e. only ethical standards developed by NBCC for credentialed distance counselors.

Q: In distance counseling, Informed Consent SHOULD include: a. the type of software used, guarantee of confidentiality and privacy, and consent to view client social media. b. consent to waive right to confidentiality and privacy, as it cannot be guaranteed in distance counseling. c. consent to waive counselor liability in the event of client crisis, as the counselor may be in a different time zone or otherwise inaccessible. d. the same information as typical face-to-face Informed Consent. e. distance counseling credentials, cultural/language differences, time zone differences, emergency procedures to follow if the counselor is not available, anticipated response time, and possible denial of insurance.

Q: The following are TRUE of distance counseling services EXCEPT: a. it can provide clients with greater access to counseling services. b. it can present issues related to licensure and the ability to practice across state and international boundaries. c. is controversial because the ACA Code of Ethics does not address this practice. d. credentialing is available for counselors interested in distance counseling. e. counselors must take steps to verify clients identities.

Q: Counselors may view a clients social media profile: a. never. b. when the client has given the counselor consent to view the information. c. if the counselor has concerns about a clients safety. d. to determine whether the client shares acquaintances with the counselor. e. to verify a clients identity.

Q: Counselors who use social media platforms for personal purposes should NOT: a. friend their clients b. establish an effective method for verifying client identity. c. provide a list of all their licenses and links to the licensing boards. d. post a photo of themselves on the site. e. use the site to advertise their specialty areas.

Q: The practice of providing counseling services over the Internet: a. has been determined to be unethical by the American Counseling Association (ACA) Ethics Committee. b. is never as effective as providing counseling services face-to-face. c. presents several advantages compared to face-to-face counseling. d. is controversial. e. is risky because no guidelines have yet been developed by professional associations.

Q: Internet sites that contain career information that might be helpful to clients: a. can be counted on for quality because all are approved by the federal government before they are allowed to be created. b. contain better, up-to-date information than printed sources. c. should be avoided because they usually contain inaccurate information. d. are not monitored for content or quality. e. have little practical use for clients because they are so technical in the way they present career information.

Q: When a counselor communicates with a client using e-mail: a. the counselor should never include anything that is confidential because it is unethical to do so. b. the clients business e-mail address should never be used because employers often read the e-mail messages of their employees. c. the client should be told to avoid using e-mail to set or change appointment times because it is impossible to tell whether the counselor received the message that was sent. d. the client should be advised that e-mail messages can always be retrieved and that e-mail systems are not as secure as other means of communication. e. the counselor should never print out the e-mail messages because the clients confidentiality would be compromised by the existence of paper copies.

Q: When a counselor uses a networked or shared computer for the storage of confidential client information, the counselor SHOULD: a. never let anyone else know or be able to access the password. b. store confidential records on a portable storage device, rather than on the computers hard drive. c. only use computers that are kept behind locked doors. d. have a manual lock placed on the computer that requires a key. e. never print out confidential information because it might be read by others.

Q: Counselors who work in the military may encounter unavoidable dual relationship issues because: a. military counselors are rarely asked to evaluate service members whom they counsel. b. military counselors may have a superior-subordinate relationship with their clients. c. counselors who work in the military usually practice off-base. d. it is difficult for someone steeped in military training to feel empathy. e. they are less comfortable with role blending than are counselors in other settings.

Q: All of the following statements regarding dual relationships are true EXCEPT: a. it can be difficult to recognize potential dual relationships before they occur. b. the counseling profession has little consensus about their propriety, with the exception of sexual dual relationships. c. all dual relationships are avoidable if the counselor practices conscientiously. d. traditional notions about the propriety of dual relationships are being challenged by newer, innovative approaches to counseling. e. the potential outcomes of dual relationships range from beneficial to harmful.

Q: A definition of a boundary that is offered in the text is: a. a limit that promotes nonmaleficence. b. a frame around the therapeutic relationship that defines the participants roles in the relationship. c. a situation in which a counselor enters into two or more roles with a help seeker. d. an inappropriate intimacy between counselor and client. e. a potentially beneficial interaction between counselor and client.

Q: When counseling clients who have been sexually exploited by a previous mental health professional, counselors should a. report the offending professional to the appropriate state licensing board. b. report the offending professional to the ACA Ethics Committee. c. encourage the client to file a lawsuit against the offending professional. d. respect the clients decision to take action or not to take action against the offending professional. e. advocate for the client by filing an ethics complaint on the clients behalf.

Q: Alice is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has counseled Thomas for several months. An issue to which they have devoted considerable time is Thomas fear of failure, particularly in terms of his ability to succeed academically and complete his G.E.D. When Thomas learns that he has passed his G.E.D. exam, he asks Alice to attend the ceremony at which he will receive his G.E.D. diploma, and she accepts the invitation. This is an example of: a. poor professional judgment. b. a boundary violation. c. a boundary crossing. d. a detrimental dual relationship. e. a violation of the code of ethics standard on non-professional relationships.

Q: The typical counselor who enters into a sexual relationship with a client is: a. one who has had a number of ethical complaints filed against him or her in the past. b. is a professionally isolated male counselor who is experiencing distress or crisis in his personal life. c. is a male counselor under the age of 30. d. is a counselor who has few friends and who has low self-esteem. e. is a person who has a number of emotional problems and who has been in counseling for a number of years.

Q: Counselors who hug their clients: a. would never get into trouble as long as the counselor can justify the hug as part of the therapeutic process. b. are doing what almost all counselors do at some point in their careers. c. will never be able to obtain professional liability insurance. d. expose themselves to serious claims of ethical violations because of the prohibition against touching clients in the professional literature. e. should be cautious and ensure the client is comfortable with the touching.

Q: A counselors self-disclosure in a counseling session: a. may be acceptable if the counselor believes the disclosure will benefit the client. b. is acceptable if the client is not uncomfortable with the counselors disclosure. c. is encouraged to demonstrate that the counselor is genuine and human. d. usually results in harm to the client. e. is a practice that is universally accepted by counseling professionals.

Q: To be a culturally sensitive counselor, when a client from a different culture offers a counselor a gift, the counselor SHOULD: a. never accept the gift. b. always accept the gift. c. take into primary consideration the monetary value of the gift. d. evaluate the meaning the client attaches to the offering of the gift. e. consider offering a similar gift in return.

Q: The primary difference between a boundary crossing and a boundary violation is: a. everyone agrees when a boundary has been violated, whereas it is hard to reach agreement as to whether a boundary has been crossed. b. a violation involves a sexual relationship. c. a crossing occurs in almost every counseling session, while violations are less frequent. d. in a crossing, a boundary is shifted to meet the needs of the counselor, making sure the client is not harmed in the process. e. a violation involves a serious breach of the code of ethics that results in a client being harmed.

Q: Regarding dual relationships between counselors and clients: a. counselors are in agreement that such relationships are always wrong. b. experts all agree that such relationships are always harmful to clients. c. there is no consensus among professionals, as to which dual relationships are acceptable and which are not. d. most counselors agree that dual relationships invite greater authenticity and congruence from counselors and can improve their professional judgments. e. experts agree that if clients assent to dual relationships, the dual relationships are acceptable to the profession.

Q: The ONLY dual relationships that are prohibited by the ACA Code of Ethics are those: a. involving loans from the client to the counselor. b. involving a sexual relationship between the client and the counselor. c. that a reasonable person would object to. d. in which the counselor and client both knew before the dual relationship began, knew that it might be problematic, but went ahead and entered into it anyway. e. involving business relationships between the counselor and the client.

Q: Boundaries serve to protect the welfare of clients because: a. counselors are vulnerable in counseling relationships. b. clients are vulnerable in counseling relationships. c. counselors and clients would often become friends if boundaries did not exist. d. counselors and clients naturally are attracted to each other. e. clients might use counselors to get their personal needs met if there were no boundaries.

Q: Friendships with former clients: a. are prohibited by the ACA Code of Ethics. b. are allowed, under specified conditions, by the ACA Code of Ethics. c. generally, should be avoided because they create a potential for problems. d. occur infrequently because most counselors disapprove of them in all circumstances. e. have been entered into by about 95% of all counselors.

Q: It would be ethically permissible for you to consider entering into a bartering arrangement with a prospective client if: a. bartering is an acceptable practice among other professionals in your community. b. you cannot afford to provide pro bono services. c. you suggest bartering and the client agrees to this arrangement. d. the client does not have mental health insurance. e. you are designing and plan to build a new house and the client is an architect whose skills you can use.

Q: When an ethical complaint is filed against a counselor and is pending an investigation, an employer may not: a. complete their own investigation into the ethical complaint. b. allow the counselor to continue to provide services. c. deny a promotion solely based upon the filing of an ethical complaint. d. allow the counselor to practice without supervision. e. hire the counselor as a new employee.

Q: To avoid accusations of unethical or illegal behavior, the authors suggested the following regarding counselor self-disclosure: a. Counselors should avoid self-disclosure as it crosses professional boundaries. b. Counselors may engage in self-disclosure as long as the disclosure benefits the client and not the counselors personal needs. c. Counselors should only self-disclose personal information that clients can find on the Internet. d. Counselors should document all self-disclosures in clinical case notes. e. Counselors should consult with supervisors and attorneys before making self-disclosures in sessions.

Q: Counselors have a duty to warn intended victims of their clients in all states EXCEPT: a. Kansas b. Ohio c. Arkansas d. Texas e. California

Q: If a formal ethics complaint is filed against you, you should NOT: a. respond fully and in writing to each of the charges made. b. contact the client who filed the complaint to see if you can work things out. c. consult with an attorney. d. submit as much documentation as you can that will help the ethics committee in its deliberations. e. contact your professional liability insurance carrier.

Q: If you determine that another counselor is engaging in an illegal activity, a. you must report the crime to the police. b. you should immediately tell the counselors administrative supervisor. c. you should inform the counselor you are aware of the illegal activity and demand that the counselor refrain from such activity in the future. d. you may decide to ignore the activity or take some kind of action, depending on the situation. e. since you are not legally obligated to report crimes to the police, you should not get involved.

Q: If you believe another counselor is behaving in an unethical manner, the first thing you should do is: a. report the matter to the counselors administrative supervisor. b. discuss the matter with the counselor and attempt to get him or her to change the behavior. c. file a complaint with the state licensure board. d. file a complaint with the ACA Ethics Committee. e. attempt to get another counselor to go with you to confront the counselor in question about their problematic behavior.

Q: When local chapters, state branches, regions, and divisions of ACA receive ethical complaints against members, they refer the complaints to: a. the supervisor of the counselor. b. the American Psychological Association (APA) Ethics Committee. c. the state licensing board. d. a certification board. e. the national ACA Ethics Committee.