Legal Frameworks for Social Work: Practice Skills and Ethical Considerations

Question 1

What is the primary responsibility of the Social Work England?

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To regulate social workers in England

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To advocate for social care services

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To set ethical standards for social work practice

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To provide training for social workers

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of the Care Act 2014?

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Efficiency and effectiveness

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User choice and empowerment

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Accountability and transparency

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Equity of access

Question 3

What was the primary purpose of the Health and Social Care Act 2008?

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To reform the adult social care system in England

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To establish a legal framework for safeguarding

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To provide additional funding for social care services

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To reduce the role of local authorities in social work

Question 4

In social work practice, what aspect makes it challenging to navigate legal and policy frameworks while making ethical decisions?

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Conflicting values and priorities

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Limited resources

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Lack of training

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Unclear guidelines

Question 5

Which piece of legislation in England sets out the statutory framework for social work practice?

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Care Act 2014

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Children Act 1989

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Social Work Reform Act 2017

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Mental Health Act 1983

Question 6

What is the legal duty of care that social workers have towards their clients known as?

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Fiduciary duty

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Negligence

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Assault and battery

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Trespass

Question 7

Which key principle of social work confidentiality states that information should only be shared on a need-to-know basis?

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Confidentiality

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Transparency

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Accountability

Question 8

What is the purpose of a legal aid certificate in social work?

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To provide financial assistance to eligible clients for legal representation

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To allow social workers to represent clients in court

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To waive court fees

Question 9

The Mental Capacity Act 2005 establishes the legal framework for:

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Assessing and making decisions on behalf of individuals who lack capacity

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Providing end-of-life care

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Regulating the use of restraint and seclusion

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Protecting vulnerable adults from abuse

Question 10

Under the Care Act 2014, who has a legal duty to safeguard vulnerable adults?

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All professionals working with vulnerable adults

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Parents and carers only

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Social workers only

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Healthcare professionals only

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a core value of the Health and Social Care Act 2012?

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Cost-effectiveness

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Dignity

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Well-being

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Choice

Question 12

The Data Protection Act 2018 regulates:

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The use and processing of personal data

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The use of social media in social work

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The storage of sensitive data

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The disclosure of confidential information

Question 13

Which regulatory body oversees the professional training and conduct of social workers in the UK?

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Social Work England

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The British Association of Social Workers

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Ofsted

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The Health and Care Professions Council

Question 14

The Children Act 1989 enshrined in law the principle that:

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The welfare of the child is paramount in any decision-making

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Parents have the primary responsibility for their children's upbringing

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Children have the right to express their views

Question 15

The Social Value Act 2012 aims to:

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Encourage public sector organizations to consider the wider social, environmental, and economic impact of their actions

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Increase funding for social care services

Question 16

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the Mental Health Act 1983?

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Treatment in the least restrictive setting

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A focus on cure rather than care

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Involuntary detention without consent is permitted in all cases

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The right to refuse treatment without any consequences

Question 17

Under the Care Act 2014, what is the main responsibility of local authorities regarding adult safeguarding?

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To make inquiries and take action when abuse or neglect is suspected

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To provide direct support services to every adult deemed to be at risk

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To commission independent investigations into all allegations of abuse or neglect

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT considered a core value of social work practice in the United Kingdom?

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Benevolence

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Service to humanity

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Social justice

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Dignity and worth of the person

Question 19

What is the primary function of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in regulating social work in the UK?

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Setting and maintaining standards of practice and conduct for social workers

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Investigating complaints made against social workers

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Providing training and accreditation programs for social workers

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Advocating for the rights and interests of social workers

Question 20

Which of the following is a key aspect of the duty of candour in social work?

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Transparency and openness about mistakes, incidents, and adverse events

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Prioritizing the allocation of blame and identifying individuals responsible for errors

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Concealing or downplaying mistakes and incidents to protect the organization's reputation

Question 21

What is the main purpose of obtaining informed consent in social work?

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Ensuring that individuals fully understand and voluntarily agree to proposed interventions or services

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Guaranteeing that individuals will benefit from and actively participate in interventions

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Protecting social workers from potential legal liability and claims of negligence

Question 22

When assessing risk in social work practice, which of the following is NOT a relevant factor to consider?

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The possibility of winning the lottery

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The person's protective factors and support network

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The potential severity and impact of the risk

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The person's history, current situation, and vulnerabilities