CBMT Assessment and Treatment Planning 3

Question 1

A music therapist uses the Residual Music Skills Test (RMST). This tool is MOST appropriate for which population?

Accepted Answer

Older adults with Alzheimer's disease

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Children with autism spectrum disorder

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Adults with traumatic brain injury

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Adolescents with anxiety disorders

Question 2

In a functional assessment, a music therapist asks the client to echo a clapped rhythm. What is being primarily assessed?

Accepted Answer

Auditory processing and motor imitation

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Expressive language

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Reading comprehension

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Visual-spatial reasoning

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a 'needs-based' treatment goal?

Accepted Answer

A goal derived from the client's assessed deficits and desired functional outcomes

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A goal chosen by the music therapist based on personal preference

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A goal required by the facility's administrative policies

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A goal copied from a previous client's plan

Question 4

A music therapist notes that a client independently initiates singing during sessions. In treatment planning, this is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Client strength

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Treatment goal

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Clinical contraindication

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Documentation error

Question 5

When collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, the music therapist should share assessment findings that are:

Accepted Answer

Relevant to the client's overall treatment and functional goals

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Limited to musical preferences only

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Kept confidential from all other team members

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Described only in musical terminology

Question 6

Which type of goal addresses a client's ability to express and manage emotions through music?

Accepted Answer

Psychosocial/Emotional goal

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Cognitive goal

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Sensorimotor goal

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Communication goal