MBLEx Test Ethics, Boundaries, and Laws Questions and Answers Flashcards
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A massage therapist discovers that a long-time client is also a close friend's spouse. What is the most ethical course of action?
Answer: Discuss the dual relationship with the client and consider a referral
Dual relationships should be openly addressed, and a referral may be appropriate to maintain professional boundaries.
Which federal law requires massage therapists to maintain client health information confidentiality?
Answer: HIPAA
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) establishes national standards for protecting patient health information.
A client requests that the massage therapist perform a technique outside their scope of practice. What should the therapist do?
Answer: Decline and refer the client to an appropriate practitioner
Practicing outside one's scope of practice is both unethical and illegal, so a referral to a qualified practitioner is appropriate.
What is the primary purpose of a code of ethics in massage therapy?
Answer: To establish standards of professional conduct and protect the public
Codes of ethics establish behavioral standards that protect both clients and the integrity of the profession.
In which situation would a massage therapist be legally required to break client confidentiality?
Answer: When a client reports suspected child abuse to the therapist
Massage therapists are mandated reporters and must report suspected child abuse to the appropriate authorities.
A massage therapist accepts expensive gifts from a client on multiple occasions. This practice is problematic because it:
Answer: Creates a power imbalance and blurs professional boundaries
Accepting repeated expensive gifts can create obligation, blur boundaries, and compromise the therapeutic relationship.