CPLEE Study Questions and Answers

CPLEE Study Questions and Answers What should a psychologist do when personal problems impact their work (I.e. they experience a death in their personal life while also trying to lead a grief group)? ANSWER obtain professional consultation or assistance, and determine whether to limit, suspend or terminate tx (with the individual/group contributing to their distress) Per the Health and Safety code, how long does a psychologist have to complete a written request for a copy of their therapy records? ANSWER 15 days A patient on hospice in a facility tells the psychologist he plans to kill himself. Should the psychologist initiate a 72-hour hold? ANSWER no, this would be inappropriate; better course of action is to document client's statements in the medical record, further assess for ideation, plan, access and intent AND develop a plan w/ client and hospice team for safety A psychologist receives a written request from a former client for a summary of therapy records; how long does the psychologist have to respond? ANSWER 15 days; UNLESS there is a lawful reason to withhold A psychologist is treating a couple to address conflict in their marriage. The husband is bringing a civil suit against the city. He would like the psychologist to testify in the trial and has signed the appropriate consent. The wife has refused to sign consent because she does not want the psychologist to disclose anything that was said during their marital therapy. Can you testify? ANSWER No; you would need consent from both parties to testify Which of the following nondisciplinary actions by the Board of Psychology is considered a matter of public information that is provided to consumers upon request? ANSWER citation or fine With regard to legal liability for making a child abuse report, does the reporter have civil or