Guidelines for Professional Practice Flashcards
7 cards from real Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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A client reveals during the intake that they had a recent surgery three weeks ago. What is the most appropriate action?
Answer: Obtain medical clearance and avoid the surgical site until healing is confirmed
Recent surgical sites require physician clearance before massage, and the area should be avoided until the provider confirms adequate healing.
Which of the following is the correct approach when a client's medical condition is outside the therapist's knowledge base?
Answer: Consult reliable clinical resources and, if needed, contact the client's healthcare provider
Therapists are expected to use reliable clinical resources and collaborate with healthcare providers when a client has an unfamiliar medical condition.
What does the term 'therapeutic relationship' mean in the context of massage therapy?
Answer: A professional relationship defined by ethical boundaries, trust, and clinical purpose
The therapeutic relationship is a professional bond defined by clear ethical boundaries, the client's welfare as the priority, and a clinical rather than personal purpose.
A massage therapist is working with a minor client. Which of the following is required?
Answer: Informed consent must be obtained from a parent or legal guardian before treatment
Minors cannot legally provide informed consent; a parent or legal guardian must give written permission before any massage treatment is administered.
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'contraindication' in massage therapy?
Answer: A condition or situation in which massage is inadvisable because it may cause harm
A contraindication is a clinical condition or circumstance in which massage therapy would be unsafe or likely to cause harm to the client.
What is the appropriate way for a massage therapist to handle their own personal health issues that might affect clients?
Answer: Refrain from working when contagious or physically unable to provide safe care
Therapists must not work when contagious or when their condition compromises client safety, as this is an ethical obligation to do no harm.
A client who received a gift certificate requests a service the therapist does not provide. What is the correct response?
Answer: Explain the available services clearly and offer an appropriate substitute within scope
The therapist should transparently explain which services are available and help the client choose an appropriate substitute that falls within the therapist's scope.