CBMT Music Therapy Ethics and Documentation

Question 1

The CBMT Code of Professional Practice is PRIMARILY intended to:

Accepted Answer

Guide ethical conduct and professional behavior of board-certified music therapists

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Define music therapy billing rates

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Establish music theory curriculum standards

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Regulate music therapy continuing education providers

Question 2

A music therapist discovers that a colleague is engaging in a dual relationship with a client. The MOST appropriate first step is to:

Accepted Answer

Consult the CBMT Code of Professional Practice and seek supervision

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Report immediately to licensing authorities

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Confront the colleague directly in front of the client

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Ignore the situation if no client complaint has been filed

Question 3

Informed consent in music therapy requires that clients understand:

Accepted Answer

The nature, purpose, and potential risks and benefits of music therapy

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The therapist's personal music preferences

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The specific instruments that will be used

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The therapist's professional biography

Question 4

A music therapist receives a gift from a grateful client. According to ethical guidelines, the BEST response is to:

Accepted Answer

Consider the clinical context and consult ethical guidelines before accepting

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Accept all gifts to avoid offending the client

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Refuse all gifts regardless of value or context

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Report the gift offer to administration immediately

Question 5

Confidentiality in music therapy may be breached when:

Accepted Answer

A client discloses intent to harm themselves or others

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A family member requests session information

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The therapist wants to share an interesting case at a conference

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A colleague asks about the client's progress informally

Question 6

Which statement BEST describes professional boundaries in music therapy?

Accepted Answer

Clear boundaries protect both the client and the therapeutic relationship

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Boundaries are flexible and change based on client preferences

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Boundaries can be eliminated if the client and therapist agree

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Boundaries only apply to touch and physical contact