Question

quiz: ethics and interpersonal relationships in in - home care (1.5hrs)
instructions: choose the best answer for each question.

1. what is the main purpose of ethics in in - home care?

a) to make clients happy
b) to increase caregiver pay
c) to guide appropriate and respectful behavior
d) to reduce paperwork

1. what does “autonomy” mean in caregiving?

a) doing tasks quickly
b) making decisions for the client
c) allowing clients to make their own choices
d) letting families decide everything

1. which of the following is a breach of confidentiality?

a) discussing a client’s case privately with a supervisor
b) reporting abuse
c) talking about a client to your friend at a coffee shop
d) documenting care provided

1. what is a good example of professionalism?

a) being late but apologizing
b) wearing casual clothes to build rapport
c) following the care plan and being punctual
d) skipping documentation

1. accepting money or gifts from a client is:

a) kind
b) allowed with permission

Explanation:

1. Ethics in in - home care is about guiding appropriate behavior. It's not mainly about making clients happy, increasing caregiver pay, or reducing paperwork.
2. Autonomy in caregiving means allowing clients to make their own choices, respecting their self - determination.
3. Talking about a client to a friend at a coffee shop is a breach of confidentiality as it is sharing private client information in an inappropriate, non - professional setting.
4. Following the care plan and being punctual is a good example of professionalism as it shows responsibility and respect for the client and the job.
5. Accepting money or gifts from a client is usually not appropriate, but may be allowed with proper permission to avoid conflicts of interest and maintain ethical standards.

Answer:

1. c) To guide appropriate and respectful behavior
2. c) Allowing clients to make their own choices
3. c) Talking about a client to your friend at a coffee shop
4. c) Following the care plan and being punctual
5. b) Allowed with permission