When Counseling Clients Who Have Been Sexually Exploited by a Previous

question 13

Multiple Choice

When counseling clients who have been sexually exploited by a previous mental health professional, counselors should

• A) report the offending professional to the appropriate state licensing board.
• B) report the offending professional to the ACA Ethics Committee.
• C) encourage the client to file a lawsuit against the offending professional.
• D) respect the client's decision to take action or not to take action against the offending professional.
• E) advocate for the client by filing an ethics complaint on the client's behalf.

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Definitions:

Group Cohesion

The bond that brings and holds members of a group together, encouraging unity and cooperation.

Demonstrates Teamwork

Exhibiting the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others in a group setting towards a common goal.

Delegating Tasks

The process of assigning responsibility and authority to others for the completion of specific tasks.

Supervising Patient Care

The process of overseeing and directing all aspects of a patient's care, often carried out by healthcare professionals to ensure quality and safety.