ASWB ASWB Certifications LCSW Questions & Answers

• Question 101:

  There is threat of a labor strike within the agency James is currently providing clinical social work services through. He knows this action will improve services to clients and working conditions. What should James take into consideration before participating?

  A. Clinical social workers cannot engage in organized action

  B. Course of action depends on the clientele impact

  C. He will notget paid during the strike

  D. Ethical standards prohibit a strike

  Correct Answer: B

  Clinical social workers can legally take part in organized action in the form of labor management disputes, job actions or labor strikes. A professionaI's ethical principles, standards and values are necessary to guide the issue. Before taking part in the strike, James needs to examine the impact it will have on his clients.

• Question 102:

  Professionals have gathered to help a family devastated by flood. The clinical social worker provides therapy to help promote empowerment among the family members. A housing program finds an affordable apartment and helps the clients relocate. The Red Cross provides food and clothing necessary for daily lMng. At a recent luncheon for flood victims, the work and contributions made by all were recognized. What ethical rule is being followed?

  A. Competency

  B. Respect

  C. Acknowledging the work of others

  D. Legitimate practice

  Correct Answer: C

  Clinical social workers should only take credit for the jobs they have actually performed. Cooperation with other professionals in different areas serves the well-being of clientele. All team members and their accomplishment should be acknowledged.

• Question 103:

  Larry has knowledge that a fellow colleague is teaching parenting skills during his sessions with clients. This is not a field of expertise, and the coIIeague's instruction is based on personal parenting experiences. Larry has tried to discuss this issue with the fellow clinical social worker but has not been successful. What ethical standard is the colleague violating?

  A. Respect

  B. Competence

  C. Authority

  D. Professionalism

  Correct Answer: B

  When a clinical social worker is not acting in his or her area of expertise, they are demonstrating incompetency. If a professional believes that a colleague is incompetent and has not taken steps to address the issue, action should be taken by established organizations.

• Question 104:

  Two clinical social workers are discussing a case in an open conference room. One of the colleagues is consulting with the other about a specific request from a client. Not sure how to handle the situation, expertise from another professional seemed like the best answer. Though consultation is ethically recognized, what issue is being violated in this setting?

  A. Confidentiality

  B. Professionalism

  C. Supervision

  D. Informed consent

  Correct Answer: A

  To maintain confidentiality the workers should discuss the case in an office or other private setting with the door closed. The fact that the conference room is open means anyone walking by, including other clients, can overhear details of the case.

• Question 105:

  A 23-year-old client named Amber has isolated herself from others due to feelings of inadequacy. The clinical social worker understands the well-being of the client cannot be secured without the help of others and asks Amber's parents to be involved in the therapy. What value is being compromised?

  A. Competence

  B. Consent

  C. Dignity and worth of the person

  D. Service

  Correct Answer: B

  Professional ethics require a social worker to obtain a written and signed consent before informing anyone that the client is even in treatment. According to HIPAA (Health Insurance Porta bility and Accountability Act), all adults have the right to decide who they will share treatment information with and how much and what information they will share.

• Question 106:

  A client is receMng services from a clinical social worker one time per week. The question is raised about possibly seeing a psychologist and the social worker reports holding a license in that field, also. When the client contacts the professionaI's employing agency, it is discovered the information is false. What type of violation is taking place?

  A. Falsifying information

  B. Misrepresentation

  C. Double billing for services

  D. Inconclusive therapy

  Correct Answer: B

  Clinical social workers should only claim credentials they actually hold and take the proper steps to correct any misrepresentations. All qualifications, education, competence, affiliations and service should be accurate.

• Question 107:

  A clinical social worker has been reported by a client to the licensing board for unethical conduct. The professionaI's colleagues know this charge is not true. What should they do?

  A. Nothing, the charge is in the hands of the licensing board

  B. The colleagues should discuss the matter with the client

  C. The colleagues should defend the professional

  D. The cIient's services should be terminated

  Correct Answer: C

  Clinical social workers should assist and defend their colleagues when there is knowledge they have been wrongly charged with unethical conduct. All social workers should be knowledgeable of local, state and national procedures for handling ethics complaints.

• Question 108:

  Madison is aware of a fellow colleague with a drug abuse problem. Until recently, it did not appear to be affecting job performance. Now the colleague is missing work and failing to meet with clients as required. Madison does not want to get her fellow worker in trouble and feels someone else will eventually notice the problem. How else could this be handled?

  A. Surprise drug testing at the workplace

  B. Tell another colleague aboutthe problem

  C. Tell a supervisor immediately

  D. Talk to the colleague having a problem

  Correct Answer: D

  Madison should first talk to her coworker with the drug abuse problem. Clinical social workers are professionals in many fields, and this should also fall into place with their own colleagues. If there is direct knowledge of a fellow worker's impairment, that indMdual should first be consulted and assisted in taking action.

• Question 109:

  Ryan is a clinical social worker who gets a referral on a family with possible child neglect concerns. After completing a full assessment, he discovers there are definitely problems with parenting skills and the children may be at risk. Around the same time, Ryan receives a phone call at home from a mechanic who is working on Ryan's vehicle. Soon it is discovered the mechanic is a relative of the family and is aware of the services being provided. What should Ryan do at this point?

  A. Inform the clients of a possible conflict of interest

  B. QUESTION: the mechanic about risk concerns

  C. Refuse to talk with the mechanic and terminate all services

  D. None ofthe above

  Correct Answer: A

  Clinical social workers should always be alert to any conflicts of interest that can interfere with impartial judgment and professional discretion. When a conflict arises, the client should be immediately notified. Steps need to be taken towards resolution of the problem in a manner that refilects the cIient's best interests. Some cases require the social worker to terminate their services and refer the client to another professional.

• Question 110:

  Alan has been providing clinical social work services to a client for two weeks. When the issue of payment as set forth in the signed contract arises, the client is unable to come up with the money. The social worker, however, is offered a free gym membership since the client works at the local fitness center part-time. What is the social worker's next move?

  A. Decline.

  B. Accept the membership as partial payment

  C. Contact an attorney for illegal bartering

  D. Notify a supervisor

  Correct Answer: A

  Bartering arrangements should be avoided at all times to prevent the potential for explogtation and conflict. All written fee-for-service contracts should be approved and signed by both parties. Alan has the option to work with the client over payment arrangements.