Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Test Ethics, Boundaries, and Laws 1

Question 1

A massage therapist notices a client becoming emotionally dependent, calling the office multiple times daily and requesting personal contact information. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Gently reinforce professional boundaries and refer the client to a mental health professional if needed

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Provide a personal phone number to show compassionate care

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Terminate the therapeutic relationship immediately without explanation

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Continue the relationship as-is to avoid upsetting the client

Question 2

Under HIPAA, which of the following constitutes a permissible disclosure of protected health information without client authorization?

Accepted Answer

Reporting a communicable disease to a public health authority as required by law

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Sharing session notes with a client's employer upon request

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Discussing a client's condition with a family member who pays for sessions

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Posting anonymized client testimonials on social media

Question 3

A massage therapist feels a strong personal attraction to a new client. What is the ethically correct action?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to another qualified therapist and do not pursue a personal relationship

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Continue treating the client but avoid any conversation

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Disclose the attraction to the client so they can decide how to proceed

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Accept the client and manage the feelings internally without any changes

Question 4

A state licensing board requires massage therapists to complete continuing education hours for license renewal. What is the primary ethical reason for this requirement?

Accepted Answer

To ensure practitioners maintain current competency and provide safe, effective care

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To generate revenue for professional associations

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To limit the number of active practitioners in the field

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To satisfy insurance company requirements for liability coverage

Question 5

During a session, a client discloses that they are being physically abused at home. The therapist practices in a state that mandates reporting of suspected abuse. What should the therapist do?

Accepted Answer

Report the abuse to the appropriate authorities as required by state law

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Keep the information confidential because it was shared during a professional session

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Advise the client to report the abuse themselves and take no further action

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Consult a personal attorney before taking any action

Question 6

A massage therapist accepts an expensive gift from a grateful client after a series of sessions. Which ethical principle is most at risk in this situation?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding dual relationships and conflicts of interest

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Beneficence

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Non-maleficence

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Autonomy