Which scenario demonstrates proper termination and referral?

Which scenario demonstrates proper termination and referral?

• A. Terminate with knowledge and arrange a referral when appropriate
• B. Terminate without informing the client
• C. Terminate for personal convenience
• D. Terminate with knowledge and no referral

Answer: (A)

Ending the helping relationship in a way that respects the client’s progress and safety, while ensuring ongoing support if needed, is the right approach. Termination with knowledge means you review what was achieved, confirm the client understands their progress, and leave them with a clear plan for next steps. When appropriate, you arrange a referral to another service or support to maintain momentum and prevent gaps in care. This shows professional responsibility, supports the client’s autonomy, and promotes continuity of care. Terminating without informing the client undermines trust and consent. Terminating for personal convenience puts your needs over the client’s. Terminating with knowledge and no referral is only appropriate if there’s truly no ongoing need; otherwise, failing to arrange a referral can leave the client without needed support.

Ending the helping relationship in a way that respects the client’s progress and safety, while ensuring ongoing support if needed, is the right approach. Termination with knowledge means you review what was achieved, confirm the client understands their progress, and leave them with a clear plan for next steps. When appropriate, you arrange a referral to another service or support to maintain momentum and prevent gaps in care. This shows professional responsibility, supports the client’s autonomy, and promotes continuity of care.

Terminating without informing the client undermines trust and consent. Terminating for personal convenience puts your needs over the client’s. Terminating with knowledge and no referral is only appropriate if there’s truly no ongoing need; otherwise, failing to arrange a referral can leave the client without needed support.