Patient-Centered Care & Treatment Planning Flashcards

A music therapist is writing a goal for a client with aphasia. Which goal is written in the most measurable, objective form?

Answer: Client will verbally complete 4 of 5 familiar song phrases within 3 sessions

Measurable objectives specify an observable behavior, criterion, and timeframe.

During assessment, a teenage client strongly prefers hip-hop, but the therapist planned to use folk songs. What is the most client-centered response?

Answer: Incorporate hip-hop elements into interventions that target the goals

Integrating client music preferences increases engagement and respects client identity while still addressing goals.

Which component of a treatment plan describes the specific music experiences the therapist will use to address objectives?

Answer: Intervention strategies

Intervention strategies outline the music therapy methods and experiences linked to each objective.

A client with dementia becomes agitated whenever a particular song is played. What should the therapist do first?

Answer: Document the response and remove or modify the stimulus

Adverse responses should be documented and the intervention adapted to protect client well-being.

Which source of information is MOST appropriate to include when developing a culturally responsive treatment plan?

Answer: The client's and family's own report of cultural values and musical practices

Cultural responsiveness relies on the client's self-identified values rather than stereotypes.

A treatment plan states the client will 'tolerate group music-making for 10 minutes without leaving the area.' This objective primarily targets which domain?

Answer: Social/behavioral

Staying in a group setting reflects social and behavioral regulation.

How often should a music therapy treatment plan be reviewed according to good clinical practice?

Answer: Periodically, based on facility policy and client progress

Plans are reviewed regularly and revised as progress data or client needs change.