Question 1

When releasing confidential information,you are obligated to ensure that your client understands:&#10;A) &#8203;His or her obligation as pertains to the release&#10;B) &#8203;Procedural aspects of the release&#10;C) &#8203;The aftermath of the release&#10;D) &#8203;Consequences of the release

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

A blanket release-of-information form is:&#10;A) &#8203;Highly efficient&#10;B) &#8203;Illegal&#10;C) &#8203;Professionally prudent&#10;D) &#8203;Recommended by the American Psychological Association (APA)

Accepted Answer

A blanket release-of-information form is illegal because it does not meet the criteria of informed consent. Informed consent requires an explanation of the purpose, limits, potential risks, and benefits of information sharing. A blanket release form does not provide the opportunity for the client to understand and agree to each specific release of information. It also violates the client's confidentiality rights.

Question 3

When requesting information/records pertaining to a client,it is sensible and prudent to ask for:&#10;A) &#8203;The information in its entirety&#10;B) &#8203;Duplicates&#10;C) &#8203;A summary&#10;D) &#8203;The last 3-5 years only

Accepted Answer

Requesting a summary of information/records is sensible and prudent because it provides a concise overview of the most relevant information, saving time and resources while still providing necessary insights.

Question 4

It is advised that you have the client sign the appropriate release forms:&#10;A) &#8203;Prior to your first meeting&#10;B) &#8203;During the assessment&#10;C) &#8203;After rapport has been established&#10;D) &#8203;Never;it is not appropriate to exchange information

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is advised that you have the...

Question 5

When sending general information on a past client which contains references to HIV-AIDS to an agency which requested it,an HIV-AIDS release is:&#10;A) &#8203;Always needed&#10;B) &#8203;Recommended&#10;C) &#8203;Never needed&#10;D) &#8203;Not always available and not always needed

Accepted Answer

The answer of When sending general information on a past...

Question 6

Your client &#34;M&#34; has undergone an HIV test.Much to his relief,the test came back negative.The results can be released:&#10;A) &#8203;Freely&#10;B) &#8203;With verbal consent only&#10;C) &#8203;Without need for a formal release because the shame factor is no longer present&#10;D) &#8203;Only with the proper release form

Accepted Answer

Even though the test came back negative, it is important to maintain client confidentiality and release the results only with the proper release form. This is to protect the client's privacy and prevent any potential discrimination or stigma associated with HIV.

Question 7

When the assessment material which you sent for has been released and arrived,it is time to:&#10;A) &#8203;Breathe a sigh of relief&#10;B) &#8203;Make a DSM diagnosis&#10;C) &#8203;Format a service plan&#10;D) &#8203;Conduct an MSE

Accepted Answer

The answer of When the assessment material which you sent...

Question 8

The legally binding &#34;in effect&#34; period for a general consent form should be:&#10;A) &#8203;30 days minimum&#10;B) &#8203;120 days maximum&#10;C) &#8203;Open-ended&#10;D) &#8203;90 days

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

In a majority of circumstances and locales,information regarding a client's HIV and AIDS status is on a &#34;need to know&#34; basis.This basis is:&#10;A) &#8203;Ethical&#10;B) &#8203;Moral&#10;C) &#8203;Legal&#10;D) &#8203;Professionally mandated

Accepted Answer

The "need to know" basis for sharing a client's HIV and AIDS status is legally mandated by various laws and regulations, including HIPAA and state confidentiality laws. This means that only those individuals who have a legal right to access this information are allowed to do so, such as healthcare providers directly involved in the client's care. Violating these laws can result in legal consequences, including fines and the revocation of professional licenses.

Question 10

The client &#34;speaking&#34; on a general release form is exemplified by the phrase:&#10;A) &#8203;&#34;I hereby authorize&#34;&#10;B) &#8203;&#34;Being of sound mind,I consent to&#8230;&#34;&#10;C) &#8203;&#34;I 'Fill in name' empower&#8230;&#34;&#10;D) &#8203;&#34;On this day 'Fill in date,' I 'Fill in name' hereby authorize&#8230;&#34;

Accepted Answer

Choice A, "I hereby authorize," is the most commonly used phrasing on general release forms and clearly indicates that the client is giving permission for something to occur. The other options include extraneous language, such as "Being of sound mind," and may not be relevant to the intended release.

Deck 19: Receiving and Releasing Information