With Respect to a Client's Right to Choose the Time

question 1

Multiple Choice

With respect to a client's right to choose the time and means of his or her death, the ACA Code of Ethics

• A) requires counselors to uphold the client's confidentiality when the client discloses such an intention.
• B) does not address this issue directly.
• C) allows counselors the option of counseling the client regarding this issue or referring the client to another helping professional.
• D) requires counselors to warn a physician or family member that the client is considering taking his or her own life.
• E) acknowledges that counselors are not properly trained to assist clients with a medical issue such as end-of-life decision making.

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