Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 10. Maryland Department of Health |
Part 5. |
Subtitle 46. BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRACTICE |
Chapter 10.46.02. Code of Ethics |
Sec. 10.46.02.02. Sexual Misconduct
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A. The licensee shall avoid a relationship or an activity with the client that interferes with professional judgment and objectivity.
B. The licensee may not:
(1) Exploit the client sexually, physically, emotionally, socially, or in another manner; or
(2) Engage in sexual misconduct which includes, but is not limited to, sexual behavior with the client or patient:
(a) Regardless of whether the behavior occurs in the context of a professional evaluation, treatment, procedure, or other service to the client or patient, or
(b) Under the pretense of diagnostic or therapeutic intent or benefit.