CBMT Ethics, Documentation, Implementation, Termination, and Treatment Planning in Music Therapy

CBMT Ethics, Documentation, Implementation, Termination, and Treatment Planning in Music Therapy Goal - answerA broad statement of the desired outcome of treatment. HIPAA - answerThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a federal law protecting the privacy of patient-specific health care information and providing the patient with control over how this information is used and distributed. What are goals and objectives based upon? - answerEstablished treatment priorities Evaluation of treatment in music therapy - answerAt the time of discharge or discontinuation of treatment, the music therapist writes an evaluation of the entire music therapy process including: -the initial goals that were set -progress that was made -recommendations for further treatment of services Ethics - answerStandards of conduct that guide professional practice Objectives - answerSpecific, measurable, short-term expectations that involve precisely what the client needs to do to meet the treatment goal. [Who] will do [what] resulting in [measure] by [when] Baseline Measure - answerLevel at which the behavior was occuring before treatment was begun (initial assessment). Baseline measures are important because it indicates the severity of the problem and serves as a reference point for later evaluation of treatment effectiveness. What happens when a client isn't making progress? - answerThe team will discuss possible modifications in the chosen interventions, or will modify objectives based upon the present level of functioning. Music Therapy Progress Reports/Documentation of Progress - answerOrganizations must maintain accurate and complete records on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of all clients. This information provides a chronological account of the client's treatment and is considered a legal document. A client's record also contains information used to monitor quality and effectiveness of treatment, cost effectiveness, and efficiency, charges to school budgets, insurance companies, medicare, and medicaid. What must a music therapy progress report contain? - answerReferral, assessment, placement, goals and objectives, treatment plans, progress notes, and a final report at time of discharge or discontinuation of services. When is treatment discontinued? - answerWhen a client has met their goals or when the treatment team decides that the client has derived the greatest possible benefit from therapy, when the client no longer benefits from therapy, or if the therapeutic relationship is damaged beyond repair. Confidentiality in music therapy seeks to - answerProtect the client's right to privacy within the boundaries of the law. When can confidentiality be breached? - answer1) When an individual poses imminent danger to their self or others 2) In the case of abuse of minors 3) In cases in which the therapist determines that a client requires hospitalization 4) When the information has become an issue in a court action 5) When the individual requests in writing that his or her records be released to the individual or to a third party What is the overriding concern in therapist-client relationships? - answerWelfare of the client. Hierarchy of Objectives - answerA logical sequence of behavioral expectations leading toward the desired outcome of therapy. Standards for Referral for Music Therapy - answer1. Utilize or develop appropriate referral protocol for population. 2. Evaluate the appropriateness of a referral for music therapy services. 3. Prioritize referrals according to immediate client needs when appropriate. 4. Educate staff, treatment team, or other professionals regarding appropriate referral criteria for music therapy based on population needs. Referral Criteria for Music Therapy - answer1. When a multisensory approach to learning is indicated. 2. When there is responsiveness to music or sound. 3. When there is physical inactivity or limited mobility.