ASWB ASWB Certifications LCSW Questions & Answers

• Question 81:

  Clinical social workers often find themselves in dual relationships. The management of transference and counter transference cannot be ignored. Within the realm of child welfare, administrators play a vital role in what areas?

  A. ModeIing, coaching and engaging

  B. Knowledge and training

  C. Education and management

  D. All of the above

  Correct Answer: A

  Dual relationships occur when clients and clinical social workers relate in more than one manner. Administrators have the job of modeling, coaching and engaging within professional discussions. They should assure proper boundaries are being achieved within the practice of professional standards.

• Question 82:

  Clinical social work services are being provided for a family referred due to child sexual abuse by a guardian. The perpetrator is currently in jail, but will be released soon due to a lack of evidence. The children are fearful of his return, and the mother still claims his innocence. An adult daughter contacts the social worker with reports of her own sexual abuse by the same man many years ago. Her testimony is consistent with that of the younger children, and the perpetrator is sentenced to more jail time. Why was this information not a violation of confidentiality?

  A. The judge ordered the testimony

  B. The other children consented

  C. The perpetrator had no rights while in jail

  D. It involved child abuse.

  Correct Answer: D

  In every state in the U.S., the law requires the state to investigate allegations of child abuse. This issue is a matter of law and it does not violate a pe rson's right to confidentialityto provide requested evidence ortestimony in the case where a crime has occurred. Children are 100% protected and a social worker must legally report any and all suspicions of child abuse regarding any person underthe age of 18 orface prosecution themselves forfailure to report it.

• Question 83:

  Cassandra is a single mother who becomes upset with her clinical social worker when a referral is made for parenting classes. The client feels she is not a bad mother and there is no problem. Cassandra demands to see her records, but the social worker is concerned that some of the information found within may cause emotional harm. How should the professional deal with this problem?

  A. Inform the client to get a court order

  B. Warn the client and then make her a copy

  C. Clients are not allowed to see their records

  D. Read the records togetherto prevent confusion

  Correct Answer: D

  Clients have a legal right to their records regardless of the content. The social worker is ethically responsible for record documentation that is accurate, objective, and thorough. While records are typically not automatically handed over when requested (a discussion of the reason and purpose for the request is encouraged), Cassandra cannot legally deny her client access. Another approach is to encourage the client to go over the information with you, so you have the opportunity to answer questions and clarify information.

• Question 84:

  Clinical social workers need to obtain informed consent prior to services provided bytelephone, computer, radio ortelevision. Client approval is also necessary prior to:

  A. Third party observations

  B. Audio taping

  C. Videotaping

  D. All of the above

  Correct Answer: D

  All of the above situations require client approval and consent. Valid informed consent is the basis of a professional relationship between clinical social worker and client. Should there be language barriers, comprehension problems or literacy issues, steps need to be taken to ensure understanding.

• Question 85:

  Erica spends the day with clients as a clinical social worker for a chiIdren's hospital. Her work requires some home visits with family, and most documentation is completed at this time. In between visits, Erica leaves case records in her car until she needs them. Due to a tight schedule on this particular day, she haphazardly throws papers on the backseat. A neighbor to one of the clients walks by the vehicle and recognizes a name on one of the documentation sheets. What ethical standards were not followed by the social worker?

  A. Organization

  B. Confidentiality

  C. Competence

  D. Informed consent

  Correct Answer: B

  Clinical social workers need to take reasonable steps to protect the confidentiality of each and every client. Written or electronic records are not to be available for anyone that does not have appropriate authorization.

• Question 86:

  Professionals deal with an array of indMduals from different cultures. Clinical social workers need to be aware of strengths that exist in everyone no matter what their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender or disability may be. If a social worker is unable to provide services based on a lack of knowledge in this area, what should she or he do?

  A. Educate oneself and seek understanding in diversity

  B. Collaborate with other professionals

  C. Discuss a need totransferthe case

  D. Handle the case anyway

  Correct Answer: A

  Culture and function in human behavior should be understood by clinical social workers. Having base knowledge of a person's beliefs prior to services is of utmost importance. Any provisions made need to be sensitive towards differences.

• Question 87:

  It is the clinical social worker's ethical responsibility to expand opportunities for all indMduals. Special provisions should be made for those who are oppressed, vulnerable, explogted or disadvantaged. In regards to social and political action, what stand should a professional take?

  A. Clinical social workers should never take part in politics

  B. Political campaigning is unethical

  C. Professionals should engage in political action

  D. Clinical social workers should donate fundsto political candidates

  Correct Answer: C

  Clinical social workers should take part in social and political action when it ensures equal access to resources for all indMduals. Whenever possible, one should advocate for changes in legislation thatwill improve conditions for meeting human needs and encouraging diversity.

• Question 88:

  John walks past a fellow clinical social worker's desk and overhears parts of a conversation. The colleague is making demeaning comments about another professional to someone on the other end of a phone line. Later, during lunch, John asks his colleague about the conversation. The colleague states he was talking with a client. What ethical standard has been violated by the fellow social worker?

  A. Respect

  B. Consultation

  C. Privacy and confidentiality

  D. Competence

  Correct Answer: A

  Clinical social workers should always avoid negative criticism towards other colleagues while in the presence of other professionals or clients. Respect should be demonstrated by accurately describing the views, obligations and qualifications of other colleagues. Demeaning comments may refer to race, sex, gender, age, color, marital status, political beliefs and competency.

• Question 89:

  Miranda discovers that a client she has been working with is secretly stalking a fellow colleague. The other professional had provided clinical social work services to the client one year ago for alcohol abuse. Miranda understands her obligation to protect the client's confidentiality and privacy. What could make this an exception?

  A. The client needs a psychological assessment

  B. Miranda wants to know aboutthe prior relationship

  C. It is necessary to prevent serious harm

  D. There is no exception

  Correct Answer: C

  This situation would be an exception to confidentiality and privacy considerations if Miranda's colleague could be in danger of serious harm. Note that stalking, such as phone calls, etc., without weapon or threat does NOT qualify as imminent harm to others. In a situation invoMng imminent harm, the social worker should only disclose information relevant to the potentially threatening situation. Any other disclosures require the consent of the client.

• Question 90:

  Bethany, a clinical social worker, discovers that a male colleague has been getting a higher pay grade. They both have the same expertise and work with the same clientele. As soon as this information is obtained, Bethany goes directly to court without first contacting her supervisor. This is legal under what law?

  A. Discrimination Act

  B. Equal Pay Act

  C. Equal Employment Opportunity

  D. Americans with Disabilities Act

  Correct Answer: B

  The Equal Pay Act requires that men and women in the same workplace receive equal pay for the same work. This includes bonuses, overtime pay and stock options. Gender-based pay discrimination is not tolerated in the field of social work.