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221. Bethany 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?
  1. NASW Code of Ethics
  2. Equal Pay Act
  3. Equal Employment Opportunity
  4. Americans with Disabilities Act
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222. A social worker’s client is hospitalized with a serious heart condition. The client will require an in-home nurse after she is discharged. However, the client is currently incapacitated to make arrangements for her own care.How should the professional get the proper paperwork and consent forms signed?
  1. Have a doctor sign them
  2. Court order
  3. Appropriate third party
  4. Administrative signature
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223. A team of professionals gathered to help a family devastated by flood. The social worker provided therapy to help promote empowerment among the family members. A housing program found an affordable apartment and helped the clients relocate. The Red Cross provided food and clothing necessary for daily living. At a recent luncheon for flood victims, the work and contributions made by all were recognized. What ethical rule is being followed?
  1. Competency
  2. Respect
  3. Acknowledging the work of others
  4. Legitimate practice
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224. 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 daughtercontacts 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?
  1. The judge ordered the testimony
  2. The other children consented
  3. The perpetrator had no rights while in jail
  4. It was an imminent danger situation
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225. Social workers undergo annual reviews by administration. During an evaluation, a supervisor docks points with his female employees due to not wearing dresses in the job setting. He feels this is preferable work attire and should be taken seriously. Does the supervisor have the authority to complete a review in this manner?
  1. Yes, the social worker deserves a poor review due to the supervisor’s dress code
  2. Yes, females should look feminine when filling the role of a professional
  3. No, this is stereotyping
  4. No, evaluation should be on performance only
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