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Which of the following best describes a massage therapist who routinely drapes clients in an immodest and unprofessional manner?
Suggested Answer: D
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There are times when undraping sensitive areas for treatment is within the scope of practice of massage. However, a massage therapist who routinely drapes in an unprofessional manner is breaking a standard of conduct indicated in the massage code of ethics.
26 comments · newest first
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Paulene
5 months ago
A makes sense too. Maybe they just need guidance.
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Meghann
5 months ago
Definitely D. Unprofessional behavior is unacceptable.
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Van
6 months ago
I agree, but A could also be valid. Training is important.
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Weldon
6 months ago
I think D is the best choice. It's about ethics.
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Thora
6 months ago
I agree with A, some therapists just don’t know better.
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Gwenn
6 months ago
Not sure if it’s just a training issue, could be deeper than that.
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Kanisha
6 months ago
I’m surprised this is even a question, it seems obvious!
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Mariann
6 months ago
I think it could also be A, they might just need more training.
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Sol
7 months ago
Definitely D, that's a clear ethics violation.
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Alita
7 months ago
Haha, this massage therapist must be taking tips from the "50 Shades of Grey" playbook. Definitely not the way to do it!
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Arlene
7 months ago
The massage therapist's scope of practice needs to be redefined - they clearly don't understand the importance of proper draping and professionalism.
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Tamie
8 months ago
I bet the massage therapist is trying to get a little too "hands-on" with their clients. That's a big dual relationship red flag.
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Juliann
8 months ago
Sounds like the massage therapist is breaking a code of ethics. Unprofessional behavior like that is unacceptable.
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Beth
8 months ago
The massage therapist definitely needs additional training. Draping clients improperly is a big no-no.
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Leoma
8 months ago
I’m not confident, but I feel like this question is tricky. I thought scope of practice was more about what we can do, not how we present ourselves.
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Scot
8 months ago
I'm leaning towards B because dual relationships can complicate professionalism, but I could see how D fits too.
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Andrew
8 months ago
I remember a practice question about professional boundaries, and it seems like this situation could relate to that. Maybe A is also a possibility?
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Dottie
9 months ago
I think the answer might be D, but I'm not entirely sure. It feels like a clear violation of ethics.
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Shay
9 months ago
I'm a little confused by the wording of the question. What exactly constitutes "immodest and unprofessional" draping? I'll have to make my best judgment call on this one.
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Lizbeth
9 months ago
I feel pretty confident this is a violation of ethics. The question is clear about the unprofessional conduct, so D seems like the best answer.
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Junita
9 months ago
Okay, let me see. The key seems to be the "immodest and unprofessional" draping. I'm leaning towards A or D, but I'll have to re-read the options to decide.
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Effie
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure here. Is "dual relationship" the right term for this situation? I'll have to think it through more carefully.
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Chantay
10 months ago
This question seems straightforward - it's asking about a massage therapist's professional conduct. I'll probably go with option D, since unprofessional draping would likely violate a code of ethics.
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Ceola
3 months ago
Right! It’s all about respecting boundaries and client comfort.
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Abel
4 months ago
Definitely! A therapist should always maintain professionalism.
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Toshia
5 months ago
I agree, option D makes the most sense. Ethics are crucial in this field.