Imagine that you are a therapist working on the border between the United States and Mexico but you don't speak Spanish. What is proper ethical behavior for you?

A) acknowledge your limitations and seek further training
B) pretend to be knowledgeable so as not to upset your clients
C) ignore the potential influence of culture and language because the basic concerns of all people are the same
D) continue to practice as you were originally taught

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bhavana pabba · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Acknowledging limitations and seeking further training is essential for providing competent and ethical care, especially when language barriers exist. Pretending to be knowledgeable, ignoring cultural and linguistic differences, or continuing unchanged practices can harm the client and violate ethical standards.

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