Ethics,Principles,Professionalism, Regulations Flashcards
You are unable to attend an AGM how would you still get your vote to count?
Have a proxy with written note signed by 2 witnesses
A complaint is brought to the college about a member, what committees will see it and in which order?
Complaint committee
Discipline and Fitness to Practice Committee
Who is allowed to attend Annual General Meeting?
Any Member
Why do we need standards of
practice?
To protect the public, keep them informed, standard care is met
What is the primary goal of ethical practice in massage therapy
To ensure client well-being and safety
Which of the following is an example of a breach of professional ethics in massage therapy?
Engaging in a personal relationship with a client outside of therapy sessions
In New Brunswick, massage therapists are required to be members of which governing body?
college of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB)
Which of the following is a key element of professionalism in massage therapy practice?
Adhering to established ethical guidelines and standards of practice
Which of the following actions is considered unethical in the context of massage therapy in New Brunswick?
A) Performing massage therapy without obtaining informed consent
B) Explaining the treatment process to the client before starting
C) Respecting a client’s privacy and confidentiality
D) Referring clients to other healthcare providers when necessary
A) Performing massage therapy without obtaining informed consent
According to the standards of practice for massage therapy in New Brunswick, a therapist should do which of the following before providing a treatment?
A) Suggest additional treatments that the client may not want
B) Obtain written informed consent from the client
C) Proceed without discussing the treatment plan
D) Focus solely on the physical aspects of the client’s condition
B) Obtain written informed consent from the client
What should a massage therapist do if they suspect a client is experiencing abuse or neglect?
Report the concern to appropriate authorities in accordance with local laws
What does the principle of “non-maleficence” mean in the context of massage therapy?
The therapist should avoid causing harm to the client during treatment
When can a massage therapist disclose client information to a third party in New Brunswick?
Only with the client’s written consent or if legally required
Which of the following best describes professional boundaries in massage therapy?
A) Providing treatment to clients outside of business hours
B) Maintaining a respectful, therapeutic relationship that focuses solely on the client’s health
C) Giving personal gifts to clients to foster loyalty
D) Sharing personal details with clients to build trust
Maintaining a respectful, therapeutic relationship that focuses solely on the client’s health
Which of the following is an appropriate way for a massage therapist to handle a client who presents with a medical condition outside the therapist’s scope of practice?
A) Proceed with the treatment and address the condition as best as possible
B) Recommend treatments that are outside the scope of massage therapy
C) Refer the client to an appropriate healthcare provider for further evaluation
D) Ignore the condition and focus solely on the massage therapy goals
C) Refer the client to an appropriate healthcare provider for further evaluation
Informed consent in massage therapy should include which of the following?
A) The therapist’s personal preferences and practices
B) A thorough explanation of the treatment, any risks, and the client’s right to refuse treatment
C) A verbal agreement only, without the need for written documentation
D) The therapist’s hourly rate and payment schedule
B) A thorough explanation of the treatment, any risks, and the client’s right to refuse treatment
Which of the following is considered a violation of professional boundaries in massage therapy?
A) Discussing health history with a client
B) Using appropriate draping to ensure client privacy
C) Touching areas of the client’s body without consent or beyond what is necessary for treatment
D) Asking a client about their preferences for pressure and technique
C) Touching areas of the client’s body without consent or beyond what is necessary for treatment
Which of the following is part of the responsibility of a massage therapist when it comes to continuing education in New Brunswick?
A) Completing a minimum number of hours of professional development to maintain licensure
B) Only attending seminars that are most convenient for the therapist
C) Participating in educational activities only related to specific massage techniques
D) Avoiding further education to focus solely on client treatment
A) Completing a minimum number of hours of professional development to maintain licensure
What is the appropriate course of action if a massage therapist encounters a client who displays symptoms of an infectious condition during a session?
A) Proceed with the treatment while ignoring the symptoms
B) End the session and advise the client to seek medical attention
C) Continue the treatment but suggest that the client consult a doctor after the session
D) Perform the treatment with modifications but do not address the symptoms directly
B) End the session and advise the client to seek medical attention
A massage therapist notices another therapist engaging in unethical behavior. What should they do?
A) Ignore the behavior and mind their own business
B) Confront the other therapist in public
C) Report the behavior to the appropriate regulatory body or association
D) Discuss the behavior with the client to see if they are affected
C) Report the behavior to the appropriate regulatory body or association
