AMTA Ethics and Professional Standards 3

Question 1

Transference in the therapeutic setting refers to:

Accepted Answer

The client projecting feelings from past relationships onto the therapist

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Transferring a client to another therapist

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The therapist's emotional response to the client

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Referring a client to a specialist

Question 2

Countertransference refers to:

Accepted Answer

The therapist's own emotional reactions to the client

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A client's refusal to follow treatment recommendations

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The ethical process of transferring care to another provider

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Dual diagnosis documentation procedures

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of appropriate self-disclosure by a massage therapist?

Accepted Answer

Briefly mentioning a relevant professional experience to support the client

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Sharing details about a recent personal crisis with a client

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Discussing political opinions during a session

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Sharing information about another client's similar condition

Question 4

How long should client records generally be retained after the last date of service?

Accepted Answer

At least 7 years (varies by state)

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1 year

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3 years

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Indefinitely

Question 5

Advertising massage services using misleading claims or implying medical outcomes violates which principle?

Accepted Answer

Veracity (truthfulness)

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Autonomy

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Fidelity

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Beneficence

Question 6

Which behavior by a massage therapist would be considered MOST unethical?

Accepted Answer

Performing massage without informed consent

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Charging a cancellation fee

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Requiring intake forms for new clients

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Declining to work with certain conditions outside scope of practice