NCBTMB Professional Ethics and Standards 3

Question 1

A therapist learns that their colleague is practicing massage while under the influence of alcohol. The therapist's most appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Report the colleague to the state licensing board

Answer

Impaired practice endangers client safety, and the ethical duty to protect clients requires reporting to the appropriate licensing authority.

Question 2

The term 'scope of practice' in massage therapy refers to:

Accepted Answer

The range of services and activities a massage therapist is legally and professionally permitted to perform

Answer

Scope of practice defines the legally and professionally recognized boundaries within which a massage therapist is authorized to operate.

Question 3

A client asks their massage therapist for advice on which herbal supplements to take for pain relief. The therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Decline to advise and suggest the client consult a qualified healthcare provider

Answer

Recommending or prescribing supplements is outside the scope of practice of a massage therapist, and the client should be referred to a qualified professional.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'transference' in the therapeutic relationship?

Accepted Answer

The client unconsciously projecting feelings onto the therapist based on past relationships

Answer

Transference occurs when a client unconsciously redirects emotions or expectations from past relationships onto the therapist.

Question 5

A therapist discovers that a client has listed a serious medical condition on their intake form that could be contraindicated. The appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Consult with the client's physician before proceeding

Answer

When a client has a serious contraindicated medical condition, the therapist should consult with the client's physician to ensure the safety of treatment.

NCBTMB Exam Practice Test

NCBTMB Exam Practice Test

NCBTMB Professional Ethics and Standards 3