American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Practice Test

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What is the appropriate action for a massage therapist who discovers a colleague is dating multiple clients over a long period?

Accuse the employee of sexual misconduct at the next staff meeting
File a police report
Confront the colleague about his behavior
File a report with the state board

The correct answer is: File a report with the state board

Filing a report with the state board is the appropriate action in this scenario because it helps ensure the protection of clients and upholds the ethical standards of the massage therapy profession. Professional boards are responsible for regulating practices and addressing misconduct, which can include inappropriate relationships between therapists and clients. By reporting the colleague's behavior, the therapist is acting in the best interest of client safety and maintaining the integrity of the profession. Confronting the colleague may lead to uncomfortable situations and does not necessarily resolve the ethical issues at hand, nor does it provide a formal mechanism for addressing the potential harm to clients. Accusing the employee of misconduct in a public forum, such as a staff meeting, could also be inappropriate and may not handle the issue professionally. Filing a police report is typically reserved for criminal matters, and while dating multiple clients may violate ethical standards, it does not necessarily constitute a crime. Therefore, reporting to the state board is the most responsible and effective course of action.