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1.  Which Florida chapter outlines general provisions for all licensed health professionals?
  1. Chapter 491
  2. Chapter 456
  3. Chapter 394
  4. Chapter 39
2.  What is the primary focus of Chapter 491 in Florida law?
  1. Substance abuse services
  2. General provisions for licensed professionals
  3. Clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, and mental health counseling
  4. Child and elder abuse reporting
3.  When does Florida law require a practitioner to breach confidentiality?
  1. When a client poses a serious threat to themselves or others
  2. When a client misses appointments repeatedly
  3. When a client disputes their billing statement
  4. When a client requests a change in therapist
4.  What must telehealth informed consent include under Florida law?
  1. Guarantee of treatment outcomes
  2. Details of the clinician’s credentials
  3. Risks and limitations of telehealth services
  4. Client’s full medical history
5.  What does Chapter 39 mandate for behavioral health professionals?
  1. The creation of clinical documentation standards
  2. Mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect
  3. Guidelines for confidentiality in telehealth
  4. Standards for dual relationships
6.  Which of the following is NOT a component of informed consent?
  1. Explanation of the treatment approach
  2. Potential risks and benefits of treatment
  3. Practitioner’s personal opinion on the treatment
  4. Client’s right to withdraw from treatment
7.  Under Chapter 90.503, what does the psychotherapist-patient privilege protect?
  1. Confidentiality between the practitioner and client
  2. The client’s right to dictate therapy fees
  3. The therapist’s ability to report client information to colleagues
  4. The client’s access to therapy session recordings
8.  Which of the following situations requires a discussion of confidentiality limits with the client?
  1. Client disclosure of a criminal act
  2. Client requesting an earlier appointment time
  3. Client attending therapy without a referral
  4. Client disputing the treatment plan
9.  How can practitioners demonstrate cultural competence during informed consent?
  1. Use standardized forms in all sessions
  2. Discuss confidentiality in the client’s preferred language
  3. Avoid addressing cultural variations in confidentiality
  4. Focus solely on clinical terminology
10.  What is one challenge of managing confidentiality with minor clients?
  1. Their confidentiality rights are identical to those of adults.
  2. Practitioners must balance parental rights with protecting the minor.
  3. Confidentiality laws do not apply to minors.
  4. Parents are always informed of every disclosure.
11.  Which of the following is an example of a boundary crossing?
  1. Accepting an expensive gift from a client
  2. Attending a community event to support a client’s achievement
  3. Engaging in a romantic relationship with a current client
  4. Disclosing client information to a friend
12.  What is a key difference between the Baker Act and Marchman Act?
  1. The Baker Act addresses mental health crises, while the Marchman Act addresses substance abuse.
  2. The Marchman Act is only applicable to minors.
  3. The Baker Act does not require a licensed professional to initiate.
  4. The Marchman Act applies only to court-ordered clients.
13.  Which of the following scenarios requires a mandatory report under Chapter 415?
  1. A client reports financial struggles with an elderly relative.
  2. A practitioner suspects elder neglect without clear evidence.
  3. A client mentions an elder receiving support from family.
  4. A practitioner overhears a vague comment about elder frustration.
14.  What should a practitioner do if a client discloses plans to harm another person?
  1. Inform law enforcement and the intended victim.
  2. Document the disclosure but maintain confidentiality.
  3. Discuss the disclosure only in supervision.
  4. Avoid action to preserve the therapeutic relationship.
15.  What documentation is critical when managing high-risk situations?
  1. Vague notes to protect client privacy
  2. Detailed records of observed behaviors, risk assessments, and actions taken
  3. Minimal documentation to avoid legal liability
  4. Summary notes with no specific details
16.  Which statute governs telehealth practices in Florida?
  1. Chapter 491
  2. Chapter 456
  3. Chapter 39
  4. Chapter 394
17.  What is a dual relationship in behavioral health practice?
  1. Providing therapy to a client and their family
  2. Simultaneously being a client’s therapist and supervisor
  3. Treating two clients with similar diagnoses
  4. Referring a client to another professional
18.  What is the primary goal of mandated reporting laws?
  1. Protecting practitioners from liability
  2. Safeguarding vulnerable populations from harm
  3. Ensuring all cases are referred to law enforcement
  4. Maintaining strict confidentiality in all cases
19.  What is the purpose of psychotherapist-patient privilege?
  1. To prevent disclosure of confidential information without consent
  2. To allow therapists to discuss cases freely with peers
  3. To enforce mandatory reporting in all cases
  4. To prioritize client complaints over therapy goals
20.  Which Florida law addresses client safety during involuntary examinations?
  1. Chapter 491
  2. Chapter 394 (Baker Act)
  3. Chapter 415
  4. Chapter 39

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