The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Has Formulated a Code

question 63

Multiple Choice

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) has formulated a Code of Ethics that summarizes important practice ethics for social workers. Which of the following behaviors has been listed under the social work competency entitled "Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice"?

• A) ​Using and translating research evidence to inform and improve practice, policy, and service delivery
• B) Assessing how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services
• C) ​Applying critical thinking to interpret information from clients and constituencies
• D) ​Using inter-professional collaboration as appropriate to achieve beneficial practice outcomes

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Definitions:

Principal-Agent Problem

This issue arises when there is a conflict of interest between a principal (who delegates authority) and an agent (who performs tasks), typically due to differing goals or asymmetrical information.

Hospitals

Healthcare institutions providing patient treatment with specialized staff and equipment.

United States

A country located in North America known for its significant economic, cultural, and military influence globally.

Principal-Agent Problem

A dilemma arising from conflicts of interest between a principal (e.g., an employer or shareholder) and an agent (e.g., an employee or manager) when the agent is motivated to act in his own best interests rather than those of the principal.