When an Ethical Issue Arises in Practice, Prudent Social Workers

question 10

Multiple Choice

When an ethical issue arises in practice, prudent social workers should document:

• A) Just the decision that they made to resolve the ethical issue
• B) The nature of the issue, who they consulted for help, and how they made a decision about how to respond
• C) The sections of the NASW Code of Ethics that relate to competence and integrity
• D) Just the client's view of the ethical issue and what the client thought should happen to resolve the issue

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Definitions:

Legally Binding

An agreement or contract that is enforceable by law, meaning parties must fulfill their specified obligations or face legal consequences.

Commission of Crime

The act of carrying out a criminal offense or the process by which a crime is perpetrated.

Void

A term describing a contract or agreement that has no legal force or effect and is unenforceable.

Digital Records

Digital Records refer to information or data that is created, stored, and managed in electronic format, often used for documentation and archival purposes.