CMT CMT Professional Practice & Ethics

Question 1

The IAOM (International Association of Orofacial Myology) defines orofacial myofunctional therapy as focused on which primary function?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating and treating orofacial muscle dysfunction affecting breathing, chewing, swallowing, and speech

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Diagnosing oral diseases

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Prescribing dental appliances

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Performing surgical corrections of the orofacial complex

Question 2

What is 'scope of practice' and why is it critical for a myofunctional therapist to understand it?

Accepted Answer

It defines the boundaries of professional activities legally and ethically permitted based on training and licensure

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It defines the geographic area in which a therapist may practice

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It determines which insurance companies will reimburse services

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It specifies the age range of patients a therapist may treat

Question 3

A myofunctional therapist suspects a patient has a moderate-to-severe speech sound disorder. What is the ethically correct action?

Accepted Answer

Refer the patient to a licensed speech-language pathologist

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Begin speech therapy within the session

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Ignore the observation if the patient has not complained

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Address the speech issue as part of myofunctional treatment

Question 4

Which professional organization specifically credentialed and representing orofacial myologists in the United States is considered the primary certifying body?

Accepted Answer

International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM)

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American Dental Association (ADA)

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American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

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American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)

Question 5

What does HIPAA require of a myofunctional therapist in private practice regarding patient health information?

Accepted Answer

Protecting patient health information through administrative, physical, and technical safeguards

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Only verbal records are required

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Sharing all patient data with referring providers without consent

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Storing records for one year only

Question 6

What is 'informed consent' in the context of myofunctional therapy?

Accepted Answer

The process of explaining treatment goals, methods, risks, and alternatives to allow the patient to make a voluntary, educated decision to proceed

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The patient's agreement to pay for services

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A signature form required only for surgical procedures

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Consent obtained from the referring provider