California MFT Law and Ethics Practice Tests questions with correct answers

If a client is reluctant to share records, even if sharing records is a good idea, what should a therapist do first? - correct answer In what case regarding sharing records might it be a good idea to start with where the client's at and also acknowledge the client's self determination? Is obtaining informed consent a legal or ethical issue? - correct answer WHAT that happens at the onset of treatment is BOTH a legal and ethical issue? If a client is elderly and not taking care of his home (very, very messy) but has no dementia and wants to stay in his home, what is the best course of action? - correct answer In what instances would it be a good idea to arrange for an in-home assessment of an elderly person whose family wants them to move to a facility? *We want to make sure to respect self-determination and assess that family aren't exerting too much control over decisions. If a client presents with an issue that is outside of the scope of competence of the therapist, should the therapist first tell the client their limitations or seek consultation immediately? - correct answer In what case would a therapist refrain from telling the client about the therapist's limitations in treating a certain area? Is it illegal to avoid talking about termination with someone who doesn't have any treatment goals to work on but the therapist is enjoying the sessions, or is it simply unethical? - correct answer It is unethical to treat a patient in WHAT instance where the patient is doing well? Can you assert privilege when you get a court order? - correct answer What type of subpoena is one that a therapist wouldn't assert privilege for? If you receive a court order for a client's records what is the most important thing to do? -