Based on the APA Code of Ethics, Informed Consent for Psychotherapy

question 31

Multiple Choice

Based on the APA code of ethics, informed consent for psychotherapy should occur ______.

• A) once, at the onset of treatment
• B) twice, before the diagnostic interview and once a treatment plan is created
• C) as needed throughout the therapy process
• D) only if requested by the client

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Definitions:

Exercise Price

The price at which the holder of an option can buy (call) or sell (put) the underlying security.

Risk-Free Rate

The theoretical rate of return on an investment with zero risk, often represented by the yield on government securities such as U.S. Treasury bills.

Face Value

This is the nominal or dollar value printed on a financial instrument, such as a bond or stock certificate, representing its value at issue.