1. Core Values and Principles

the unselfish concern for the welfare of others. This concept is reflected in actions and attitudes of commitment, caring, dedication, responsiveness, and understanding.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

a) altruism

An OT asks her patient how the patient is feeling during the OT session.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

a) altruism

An OTA helps a patient make a card for his wife on her birthday and buys flowers for the patient to give to his wife.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

a) altruism

Treating all people impartially and free of bias

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

equality

An OT clinic accepts all patients who have a physician's referral for OT regardless of race, gender, ethnic background, lifestyle, etc.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

equality

An OT running a group has a personality clash with one of the patients. Despite her personal feelings about this patient, the OT treats him as she would, another patient - with respect.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

equality

Patients are given personal choices based on their values and desires.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

freedom

An OTA agrees to set up a home exercise program for an outpatient who prefers to complete her therapy at home as she has young children.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

freedom

An OTA working with a male patient is told by that patient that he does not want to participate in a cooking activity as it is a "woman's job!" The OTA gives the patient choices of other activities which could be used instead of cooking, and would achieve the same treatment goals.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

freedom

places value on the upholding of such moral and legal principles as fairness, equity, truthfulness, and objectivity. This means we aspire to provide occupational therapy services for all individuals who are in need of these services and that we will maintain a goal-directed and objective relationship with all those served.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

justice

1. An OT facilitates a multiple sclerosis support group, making sure each member has time to tell his or her story without monopolizing more group time than the other members.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

justice

2. An OTA working in a long term care facility is given an expensive gift by a patient. The OTA does not accept the gift as it would unduly influence the therapeutic relationship or have the potential to blur professional boundaries.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

justice

3. An OTA notices a disabled homeless man struggling to walk, and establishes that he would benefit from OT intervention. The OTA approaches the man and offers to help him obtain a referral for OT Services at the local clinic, where she works. The clinic offers pro-bono services to those in need.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

justice

emphasizes the importance of valuing the inherent worth and uniqueness of each person. This value is demonstrated by an attitude of empathy and respect for self and others.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

dignity

1. An OTA escorts a woman with Alzheimer's disease back to her room, patiently answering the same question 5 times and addressing the patient by her name.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

dignity

2. While working with a patient on bed-wheelchair transfers, the OTA draws the curtain around the patient's bed / ensures that the patient is fully covered, so that she does not expose herself to other patients in the ward.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

dignity

demonstrated by being accountable, honest, forthright, accurate, and authentic in our attitudes and actions. There is an obligation to be truthful with ourselves, those who receive services, colleagues, and society. Provide accurate information in oral, written and electronic forms in all situations.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

truth

1. While writing an initial evaluation report, an OT documents that she did not test cognitive skills, rather than writing that cognition appeared normal.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

truth

2. When the director of the facility in which an OT is employed is asked if her OT license is valid, for that state, the OT answers honestly even if she has forgotten to renew her license.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

truth

the ability to govern and discipline oneself through the use of reason. Use clinical and ethical reasoning skills, sound judgement, and reflection to make decisions in professional and volunteer roles.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

prudence

1. An OTA determines that a patient is not yet ready to complete ADL tasks without supervision after observing the patient retrieving ADL items in an unsafe manner.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

prudence

2. An OT has achieved her goals with a patient's intervention. The following day, as the patient is about to be discharged from the hospital, she notices that he is struggling to negotiate stairs. The OT asks the patient to wait for her while she speaks to the physician about her concerns.The patient is at risk for injuring himself, especially when using public transport.

a) altruism

b) equality

c) freedom

d) justice

e) dignity

f) truth

g) prudence

prudence

Occupational therapy practitioners shall demonstrate concern for occupational therapy patients.

a) beneficence

b) Nonmaleficence

c) autonomy

d) justice

e) veracity

f) fidelity

a) beneficence

Occupational therapy practitioners shall take reasonable precautions to avoid inflicting harm on others or their property. Treatment goals should outweigh any risks.

a) beneficence

b) Nonmaleficence

c) autonomy

d) justice

e) veracity

f) fidelity

b) Nonmaleficence

Occupational therapy practitioners shall treat patients according to their wishes and shall keep patient information confidential.

a) beneficence

b) Nonmaleficence

c) autonomy

d) justice

e) veracity

f) fidelity

c) autonomy

Occupational therapy practitioners shall provide occupational therapy services in a fair and objective manner.

a) beneficence

b) Nonmaleficence

c) autonomy

d) justice

e) veracity

f) fidelity

d) justice

Occupational therapy practitioners shall represent the profession in a thorough, objective and accurate manner.

a) beneficence

b) Nonmaleficence

c) autonomy

d) justice

e) veracity

f) fidelity

e) veracity

Occupational therapy practitioners shall treat patients and other healthcare professionals with respect.

a) beneficence

b) Nonmaleficence

c) autonomy

d) justice

e) veracity

f) fidelity

f) fidelity