Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Ethics, Boundaries, and Laws Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

A massage therapist working in a spa setting notices a coworker performing techniques outside their scope of practice. What should the therapist do?

Accepted Answer

Report the concern to a supervisor or the appropriate licensing board

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Ignore it since it is not their responsibility

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Confront the coworker publicly in front of clients

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Begin performing the same techniques to remain competitive

Question 2

In which situation would it be legally appropriate for a massage therapist to share client records without explicit consent?

Accepted Answer

When compelled by a valid court order or subpoena

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When a family member requests the information

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When another therapist in a different practice asks for referral details

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When the client has not paid their bill

Question 3

A client repeatedly makes sexually suggestive comments during sessions despite being asked to stop. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Terminate the session and document the incident

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Ignore the comments and continue the session

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Respond with humor to diffuse the situation

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Continue treatment but shorten future sessions

Question 4

What is the ethical principle of nonmaleficence as it applies to massage therapy?

Accepted Answer

Do no harm to the client

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Always act in the client's best financial interest

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Treat all clients equally regardless of background

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Maintain complete transparency in business operations

Question 5

A massage therapist relocates to a new state. Which of the following is required before practicing?

Accepted Answer

Obtaining licensure or certification as required by the new state's laws

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Using their previous state license until it expires

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Practicing for 90 days under a provisional permit automatically granted to all relocating therapists

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Registering with a national massage therapy database

Question 6

Which of the following constitutes a boundary violation in the therapeutic massage relationship?

Accepted Answer

Initiating a personal romantic relationship with a current client

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Asking the client about areas of pain before the session

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Recommending the client see a physician for an undiagnosed condition

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Adjusting pressure based on client feedback during the session