Two Amendments Were Added to the APA Code of Ethics

question 21

Multiple Choice

Two amendments were added to the APA code of ethics in 2010. These amendments emphasize that ______.

• A) psychologists cannot use ethical standards from the code to justify or defend the violation of human rights
• B) psychologists must provide both digital and paper copies of informed consent documents to telepsychology patients
• C) the APA code of ethics is to be followed even when it conflicts with local, state, or federal law
• D) clinical psychologists must obtain a postdoctoral degree in psychopharmacology in order to receive prescription privileges

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Definitions:

Employee Contributions

The portion of earnings that workers voluntarily allocate towards benefits like retirement plans or health insurance.

Universal Portability

A concept often related to social security or benefits systems, allowing individuals to retain their benefits or rights across different jobs, regions, or countries.

CPP

The Canada Pension Plan, a social insurance program requiring contributions from Canadian workers and employers to provide retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.

QPP

The Quebec Pension Plan, a public retirement plan for individuals in Quebec to provide financial security when they retire.