PROFESSIONALISM IN SLP: ETHICS/
FRAUD, WASTE, & ABUSE/ HIPAA
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
SOLUTIONS 2024
Who does the Code of Ethics apply to? - ANSWER The Code of Ethics applies to members of ASHA who
hold Certificate of Clinical Competence, members of ASHA who do not hold Certificate of Clinical
Competence, and nonmembers of ASHA who hold Certificate of Clinical Competence.
How is the Code of Ethics divided? - ANSWER The Code of Ethics is divided into four pillars:
Responsibility to Persons served professionally and to research participants, Responsibility for one's
professional competence, Responsibility to the public, and Responsibility for our professional
relationships.
What is the purpose of the Code of Ethics? - ANSWER The Code of Ethics is designed to provide guidance
to professionals in making professional decisions and upholding the welfare of the individuals they serve.
It ensures respect for the professions and positive outcomes for clients.
Explain the Principle of Ethics I and its significance. - ANSWER Principle of Ethics I states that individuals
shall prioritize the welfare of the persons they serve professionally or who are participants in research
and scholarly activities. This principle emphasizes the importance of putting clients' welfare first in all
aspects of professional conduct.
What does the Principle of Ethics II entail? - ANSWER Principle of Ethics II states that individuals shall
strive to achieve and maintain the highest level of professional competence and performance. This
principle emphasizes the dedication to lifelong learning, practicing within one's scope of professional
practice and competence, and ensuring high-quality professional performance.
Discuss the meaning of the Principle of Ethics III. - ANSWER Principle of Ethics III states that individuals
shall act with honesty and integrity in their professional role when engaging with the public and provide
accurate information about the professions. This principle emphasizes the importance of accurate
communication and avoiding conflicts of interest in professional interactions.
Explain the responsibilities outlined in the Principle of Ethics IV. - ANSWER Principle of Ethics IV states
that individuals shall uphold the dignity and autonomy of the professions, maintain collaborative and
, harmonious professional relationships, and accept the professions' self-imposed standards. This principle
highlights the importance of professionalism, respectful representation, and reporting ethical breaches.
What does Rule IV-T of Principle IV state? - ANSWER Rule IV-T states that individuals who have been
convicted of certain offenses must self-report the conviction to the ASHA Ethics Office within 60 days.
They must provide a written notification, including relevant court documents, if requested by the ASHA
Ethics Office.
Describe Rule IV-U of Principle IV. - ANSWER Rule IV-U states that individuals who have been publicly
disciplined, denied a license or professional credential, or voluntarily relinquished their license while
under investigation for alleged unprofessional conduct must self-report to the ASHA Ethics Office within
60 days. They must provide a copy of the final action or disposition with their self-report notification.
What updates were made to the Code of Ethics in 2023 regarding discrimination? - ANSWER The updates
in 2023 preserved the inclusion of "culture, language, and dialect" in the discrimination provisions and
added "accent." Additionally, the terms "gender" and "genetic information" were added to prohibited
types of discrimination.
What changes were made to the duty of confidentiality rules in 2023? - ANSWER The language stating
that confidential information could be disclosed to "protect the welfare of the person or the community"
was removed. ASHA members and certificate-holders should not disclose confidential information unless
legally authorized to do so.
How did the COVID-19 pandemic affect Principle I, Rule R? - ANSWER The COVID-19 pandemic led to the
addition of mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, and depression, to the list of health and
personal issues that can affect someone's practice, as stated in Principle I, Rule R.
What revisions were made to Principle I, Rule S? - ANSWER Principle I, Rule S was revised to provide
clarity on reporting colleagues who are unable to practice with reasonable skill or safety when an
internal reporting mechanism does not exist.
What new rule was added to Principle IV regarding supervision? - ANSWER A new rule addressing the
responsibility of supervisors to provide appropriate supervision and comply with supervisory
requirements promptly was added to Principle IV.
FRAUD, WASTE, & ABUSE/ HIPAA
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
SOLUTIONS 2024
Who does the Code of Ethics apply to? - ANSWER The Code of Ethics applies to members of ASHA who
hold Certificate of Clinical Competence, members of ASHA who do not hold Certificate of Clinical
Competence, and nonmembers of ASHA who hold Certificate of Clinical Competence.
How is the Code of Ethics divided? - ANSWER The Code of Ethics is divided into four pillars:
Responsibility to Persons served professionally and to research participants, Responsibility for one's
professional competence, Responsibility to the public, and Responsibility for our professional
relationships.
What is the purpose of the Code of Ethics? - ANSWER The Code of Ethics is designed to provide guidance
to professionals in making professional decisions and upholding the welfare of the individuals they serve.
It ensures respect for the professions and positive outcomes for clients.
Explain the Principle of Ethics I and its significance. - ANSWER Principle of Ethics I states that individuals
shall prioritize the welfare of the persons they serve professionally or who are participants in research
and scholarly activities. This principle emphasizes the importance of putting clients' welfare first in all
aspects of professional conduct.
What does the Principle of Ethics II entail? - ANSWER Principle of Ethics II states that individuals shall
strive to achieve and maintain the highest level of professional competence and performance. This
principle emphasizes the dedication to lifelong learning, practicing within one's scope of professional
practice and competence, and ensuring high-quality professional performance.
Discuss the meaning of the Principle of Ethics III. - ANSWER Principle of Ethics III states that individuals
shall act with honesty and integrity in their professional role when engaging with the public and provide
accurate information about the professions. This principle emphasizes the importance of accurate
communication and avoiding conflicts of interest in professional interactions.
Explain the responsibilities outlined in the Principle of Ethics IV. - ANSWER Principle of Ethics IV states
that individuals shall uphold the dignity and autonomy of the professions, maintain collaborative and
, harmonious professional relationships, and accept the professions' self-imposed standards. This principle
highlights the importance of professionalism, respectful representation, and reporting ethical breaches.
What does Rule IV-T of Principle IV state? - ANSWER Rule IV-T states that individuals who have been
convicted of certain offenses must self-report the conviction to the ASHA Ethics Office within 60 days.
They must provide a written notification, including relevant court documents, if requested by the ASHA
Ethics Office.
Describe Rule IV-U of Principle IV. - ANSWER Rule IV-U states that individuals who have been publicly
disciplined, denied a license or professional credential, or voluntarily relinquished their license while
under investigation for alleged unprofessional conduct must self-report to the ASHA Ethics Office within
60 days. They must provide a copy of the final action or disposition with their self-report notification.
What updates were made to the Code of Ethics in 2023 regarding discrimination? - ANSWER The updates
in 2023 preserved the inclusion of "culture, language, and dialect" in the discrimination provisions and
added "accent." Additionally, the terms "gender" and "genetic information" were added to prohibited
types of discrimination.
What changes were made to the duty of confidentiality rules in 2023? - ANSWER The language stating
that confidential information could be disclosed to "protect the welfare of the person or the community"
was removed. ASHA members and certificate-holders should not disclose confidential information unless
legally authorized to do so.
How did the COVID-19 pandemic affect Principle I, Rule R? - ANSWER The COVID-19 pandemic led to the
addition of mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, and depression, to the list of health and
personal issues that can affect someone's practice, as stated in Principle I, Rule R.
What revisions were made to Principle I, Rule S? - ANSWER Principle I, Rule S was revised to provide
clarity on reporting colleagues who are unable to practice with reasonable skill or safety when an
internal reporting mechanism does not exist.
What new rule was added to Principle IV regarding supervision? - ANSWER A new rule addressing the
responsibility of supervisors to provide appropriate supervision and comply with supervisory
requirements promptly was added to Principle IV.
