NAADAC/NCC AP Code of Ethics with Complete Solutions

Ethics are generally regarded as - ANSWER-the standards that govern the conduct of a person. Autonomy: - ANSWER-To allow others the freedom to choose their own destiny Obedience: - ANSWER-The responsibility to observe and obey legal and ethical directives Conscientious Refusal: - ANSWER-The responsibility to refuse to carry out directives that are illegal and/or unethical Beneficence: - ANSWER-To help others Gratitude: - ANSWER-To pass along the good that we receive to others Competence: - ANSWER-To possess the necessary skills and knowledge to treat the clientele in a chosen discipline and to remain current with treatment modalities, theories and techniques. Justice: - ANSWER-Fair and equal treatment, to treat others in a just manner Stewardship: - ANSWER-To use available resources in a judicious and conscientious manner, to give back Honesty and Candor: - ANSWER-Tell the truth in all dealing with clients, colleagues, business associates and the community Fidelity: - ANSWER-To be true to your word, keeping promises and commitments Loyalty: - ANSWER-The responsibility to not abandon those with whom you work Discretion: - ANSWER-Use of good judgment, honoring confidentiality and the privacy of others Self-improvement: - ANSWER-To work on professional and personal growth to be the best you can be Non-malfeasance: - ANSWER-Do no harm to the interests of the client Restitution: - ANSWER-When necessary, make amends to those who have been harmed or injured Self-interest: - ANSWER-To protect yourself and your personal interests It is the responsibility of the addiction professional to safeguard the integrity of the counseling relationship and to: - ANSWER-ensure that the client is provided with services that are most beneficial. The addiction professional shall provide the client and/or guardian with accurate and complete information regarding: - ANSWER-the extent of the potential professional relationship Services will be provided without regard to: - ANSWER-the compensation provided by the client or by a third party and shall render equally appropriate services to individuals whether they are paying a reduced fee or a full fee or are waived from fees. Addiction professionals will provide accurate information about the: - ANSWER-efficacy of treatment and referral options available to the client. The addiction professional will terminate work with a client when: - ANSWER-services are no longer required or no longer serve the client's best interest. The addiction professional will take reasonable steps to avoid abandoning clients who are in need of services. Referral will be made: - ANSWER-only after careful consideration of all factors to minimize adverse effects. The addiction professional recognizes that there are clients with whom he/she cannot work effectively. In such cases: - ANSWER-arrangements for consultation, co-therapy or referral are made The addiction professional will refer a client to an appropriate resource when: - ANSWER-the client's mental, spiritual, physical or chemical impairment status is beyond the scope of the addiction professional's expertise. The addiction professional understands the client's right to be