If a Case Manager Is Asked to Testify in Court

question 3

Multiple Choice

If a case manager is asked to testify in court regarding the confidential information of a client, he or she is required to do so unless:

• A)the client does not consent.
• B)doing so will cause harm.
• C)protected by the state.
• D)other family members will be present.

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Definitions:

Self-Determination

The process by which individuals control their own life, making choices and decisions based on their own preferences and interests, without undue external influence.

Familism

A societal value that emphasizes the importance of family connections, loyalty, and collective well-being over individual interests.

Sense of Community

A feeling of belonging and connectedness shared among members of a group or neighborhood, fostering mutual support.

American Psychiatric Association

A professional organization of psychiatrists aimed at promoting mental health care, education, and research.