The initial step in the helping process is _______

A. engagement
B. assessment
C. setting of goals
D. establishing a contract


A

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Which of the following issues was cited as being a crucial ethical concern when conducting

research on vulnerable groups, such as those with few social, psychological, or financial resources with which to protect their own interests?

a. scientific advocacy b. voluntary and informed consent c. withholding treatment from controls d. fair disclosure of research results

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A client's insurance company threatens to discontinue to pay for services immediately if it does not receive the current treatment goals of the client. The social worker sends these goal without consent from the client. This action by the social worker is:

A. Ethical since the client would not be able to continue services without the insurance payments B. Unethical because such a release requires written consent C. Ethical since treatment goal can be sent to an insurance company without written consent D. Unethical or ethical, depending upon whether the social worker spoke to the client about insurance requirements at the beginning of treatment

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Which model is most effective with rape victims?

A. Confrontational B. Empowerment C. Repressive therapy D. None of the above

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What percentage of respondents who disagree are Black?

Abortion Attitudes by Race of Respondent Cross-tabulation


A. 14.3
B. 37.5
C. 42
D. 62.5

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