FSMTB MBLEx Exam - Topic 6 Question 54 Discussion

Actual exam question for FSMTB's MBLEx exam

Question #: 54
Topic #: 6

Which of the following best describes a massage therapist who routinely drapes clients in an immodest and unprofessional manner?

AThe massage therapist needs additional training.

BThe massage therapist is participating in a dual relationship.

CThe massage therapists scope of practice needs to be redefined.

DThe massage therapist has broken a code of ethics.

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Suggested Answer: D

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.

by Billy at Jan 05, 2026, 05:16 AM

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Paulene

20 days ago

A makes sense too. Maybe they just need guidance.

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Meghann

25 days ago

Definitely D. Unprofessional behavior is unacceptable.

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Van

1 month ago

I agree, but A could also be valid. Training is important.

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Weldon

1 month ago

I think D is the best choice. It's about ethics.

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Thora

1 month ago

I agree with A, some therapists just don’t know better.

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Gwenn

2 months ago

Not sure if it’s just a training issue, could be deeper than that.

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Kanisha

2 months ago

I’m surprised this is even a question, it seems obvious!

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Mariann

2 months ago

I think it could also be A, they might just need more training.

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Sol

2 months ago

Definitely D, that's a clear ethics violation.

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Alita

2 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

2 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

3 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

3 months ago

Sounds like the massage therapist is breaking a code of ethics. Unprofessional behavior like that is unacceptable.

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Beth

3 months ago

The massage therapist definitely needs additional training. Draping clients improperly is a big no-no.

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Leoma

4 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

4 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

4 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

4 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

4 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

4 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

5 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

5 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

5 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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Toshia

15 days ago

I agree, option D makes the most sense. Ethics are crucial in this field.

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