CRM Certification, Scope of Practice & Legal Frameworks Flashcards

Confidentiality in recovery mentorship can be broken without client consent in which of the following situations?

Answer: A client expresses a credible, imminent plan to harm themselves or another person

Duty-to-warn laws require disclosure when a client poses a credible, imminent danger to themselves or others — this overrides confidentiality.

42 CFR Part 2 is a federal regulation specifically designed to protect the confidentiality of:

Answer: Records of substance use disorder treatment

42 CFR Part 2 provides heightened confidentiality protections for records related to substance use disorder treatment programs receiving federal funding.

A recovery mentor working within a clinical setting should document client interactions primarily to:

Answer: Maintain accurate records of contacts, referrals, and progress to support continuity of care

Documentation ensures continuity of care, accountability, and an accurate record of the support provided — it is not punitive or for unauthorized disclosure.

Professional codes of ethics for CRMs typically require mentors to:

Answer: Practice within their competence and refer when client needs exceed their scope

Ethical codes require CRMs to know the limits of their competence and to refer clients to qualified professionals when needs exceed their scope.

Cultural competence in CRM practice means:

Answer: Understanding and respecting how cultural identity shapes a client's experience of recovery and health

Cultural competence requires understanding how culture, identity, and lived experience shape a client's worldview and tailoring support accordingly.

If a CRM suspects a client is in immediate danger of overdose, the first step should be:

Answer: Call 911 and administer naloxone if available

An overdose is a medical emergency requiring immediate action — calling 911 and using naloxone if available can save a life.