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

Answer

Ethical responsibility includes reporting scope-of-practice violations to protect public safety through proper channels.

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

Answer

Client records may be disclosed without consent when legally compelled by a court order or subpoena.

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

Answer

Repeated sexual comments after a warning constitute a boundary violation, and the therapist should terminate the session and create a written record.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Do no harm to the client

Answer

Nonmaleficence is the ethical obligation to avoid causing harm to the client through action or negligence.

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

Answer

Massage therapy licensure is regulated at the state level, and therapists must meet the new state's specific requirements before practicing.

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