The Essential Guide to Mastering the
NBCOT Code of Ethics
A client's family asks the COTA to withhold information regarding the client's lack of
progress in occupational therapy, in consultation with the OTR, and without information
to support limitation of information exchange, the COTA decides to accurately discuss
progress and related concerns with the client. Which ethical principle underlies the
COTA's justification for disclosure?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Nonmaleficence
D. Veracity -
\D. Veracity
"Occupational therapy personnel shall provide comprehensive, accurate, and objective
information when representing the profession." Veracity refers to comprehensive,
accurate, and objective transmission of information, including documentation of clinical
status.
Which action relates to the ethical principle of Justice? Select the 3 BEST choices.
A. Offering pro bono services to a client who is unable to pay for necessary therapy
B. Respecting the client's right to refuse occupational therapy services
C. Refusing to accept a gift received from a client
D. Avoiding sexual activity with a client or the client's family
E. Responding to referrals for services in a timely manner
F. Using conflict resolution to resolve interpersonal conflicts -
\A. Offering pro bono services relates to ensuring that clients are treated fairly and
equally.
C. The principle of Justice requires occupational therapy practitioners to refrain from
accepting gifts from clients that may influence the therapeutic relationship or have the
potential to blur professional boundaries.
E. Referrals need to be responded to in a timely manner to ensure that clients are
treated fairly.
NBCOT Code of Ethics
A client's family asks the COTA to withhold information regarding the client's lack of
progress in occupational therapy, in consultation with the OTR, and without information
to support limitation of information exchange, the COTA decides to accurately discuss
progress and related concerns with the client. Which ethical principle underlies the
COTA's justification for disclosure?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Nonmaleficence
D. Veracity -
\D. Veracity
"Occupational therapy personnel shall provide comprehensive, accurate, and objective
information when representing the profession." Veracity refers to comprehensive,
accurate, and objective transmission of information, including documentation of clinical
status.
Which action relates to the ethical principle of Justice? Select the 3 BEST choices.
A. Offering pro bono services to a client who is unable to pay for necessary therapy
B. Respecting the client's right to refuse occupational therapy services
C. Refusing to accept a gift received from a client
D. Avoiding sexual activity with a client or the client's family
E. Responding to referrals for services in a timely manner
F. Using conflict resolution to resolve interpersonal conflicts -
\A. Offering pro bono services relates to ensuring that clients are treated fairly and
equally.
C. The principle of Justice requires occupational therapy practitioners to refrain from
accepting gifts from clients that may influence the therapeutic relationship or have the
potential to blur professional boundaries.
E. Referrals need to be responded to in a timely manner to ensure that clients are
treated fairly.
