Describe key concepts related to ethical and legal responsibilities
Description should include
- beneficence (i.e., the therapist is there for the good of the client)
- non-maleficence (i.e., the concept of "do no harm")
- autonomy
- confidentiality
- duty
- procedural justice
- veracity
- fidelity
as emphasized in the AOTA and APTA codes of ethics and standards for professional practice/conduct.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the implications if a therapist fails to comply with the professional codes of ethics?
- What actions would illustrate beneficence and non-maleficence?
- What are the implications of failure to comply with laws and regulations?