CHT Professional Practice 3

Question 1

A CHT working in an outpatient clinic sees a patient who reveals they are experiencing domestic violence. The therapist's primary obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Document findings and provide resources; mandatory reporting varies by state law

Answer

Domestic violence mandatory reporting requirements vary by state; therapists must document findings, provide support resources, and follow applicable state laws.

Question 2

Which model best describes evidence-based practice in hand therapy?

Accepted Answer

Integration of research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values

Answer

Evidence-based practice requires integration of the best available research, therapist clinical expertise, and individual patient preferences and values.

Question 3

A CHT is asked to provide therapy services that are outside their current competency level. The ethical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Decline and refer to an appropriately skilled provider

Answer

Practicing outside one's competency violates professional ethics; the appropriate action is to refer to a qualified provider.

Question 4

When writing a functional capacity evaluation report for workers' compensation, the CHT should ensure that:

Accepted Answer

Findings are objective, reproducible, and based on standardized testing

Answer

FCE reports must be objective, based on standardized and reproducible measures, and free from bias toward any party.

Question 5

The principle of beneficence in hand therapy practice means the therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Act in the best interest of the patient

Answer

Beneficence requires the therapist to actively promote the patient's well-being and provide treatments that offer the greatest benefit.

(CHT) Certified Hand Therapist Practice Test

(CHT) Certified Hand Therapist Practice Test

CHT Professional Practice 3