NBCC Professional Orientation, Ethics & Legal Issues

Question 1

Which document outlines the ethical responsibilities of counselors?

Accepted Answer

ACA Code of Ethics

Answer

DSM-5

Answer

HIPAA

Answer

State licensure manual

Question 2

What should a counselor do if a client threatens harm to others?

Accepted Answer

Warn the potential victim and notify authorities

Answer

Ignore the statement

Answer

Discuss in the next session

Answer

Tell the client’s employer

Question 3

What is informed consent?

Accepted Answer

Client’s understanding and agreement to participate

Answer

A signed waiver of liability

Answer

Agreement for future billing

Answer

Consent to record sessions

Question 4

Dual relationships are considered unethical when:

Accepted Answer

It causes harm or interferes with objectivity

Answer

The counselor gives a referral

Answer

The client chooses to end counseling

Answer

Sessions occur online

Question 5

Which law protects the privacy of health-related information?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA

Answer

FERPA

Answer

ADA

Answer

ACA

Question 6

How often should counselors review ethical codes and legal updates?

Accepted Answer

Annually or as updates are released

Answer

Only during licensure renewal

Answer

When clients ask

Answer

Once every 10 years