MBLEx Test Ethics, Boundaries, and Laws Questions and Answers Flashcards
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What is the concept of 'informed consent' as it applies to massage therapy?
Answer: A client's right to receive full information about treatment before agreeing to it
Informed consent requires that clients receive and understand relevant information about proposed treatments before agreeing to proceed.
A massage therapist notices bruises on a minor client that appear inconsistent with the stated cause. Under mandatory reporting laws, the therapist should:
Answer: Document observations and report to the appropriate child protective agency
Mandatory reporting laws require therapists to report suspected abuse to the designated agency rather than investigating themselves.
Which of the following best describes the principle of 'nonmaleficence' in massage therapy ethics?
Answer: The obligation to do no harm to the client
Nonmaleficence is the ethical principle that obligates practitioners to avoid causing harm to their clients.
A state licensing board's primary function is to:
Answer: Protect the public by regulating professional practice
Licensing boards exist primarily to protect the public by establishing and enforcing standards for professional practice.
A massage therapist who practices in multiple states must:
Answer: Comply with the licensing requirements of each state where they practice
Each state has its own licensing requirements, and therapists must hold valid credentials in every state where they practice.
Which action represents a boundary violation in the massage therapist-client relationship?
Answer: Initiating a romantic relationship with a current client
Romantic relationships with current clients constitute a serious boundary violation that exploits the therapeutic power dynamic.