CBMT practice questions with correct answers

A child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) starts pacing during a music therapy session. Which of the following is the music therapist's MOST effective response to redirect the child? A. Tap on the chair. B. Play sol-do on xylophone. C. Sing a melodic phrase "sit down." D. Chant a rhythmic pattern "it's okay." CORRECT ANSWER The answer is C. Reasoning: Song direction is better. (Melody) A music therapist is working with a patient who has suffered a stroke on the left side of the brain and exhibits significant language comprehension issues. It is MOST effective to provide ongoing acknowledgement and reflection of the client's responses through A. exaggerated verbal and nonverbal prompts. B. simple non-verbal cues and gestures. C. simple singing of directions through a song. D. detailed instructions which create context. CORRECT ANSWER The answer is B. Reasoning: A has too much processing issues. D is more confusing. A music therapist is working with a client who is depressed and withdrawn. In an improvised dyad, the music therapist gradually changes the tempo, range, and articulation while reflecting and supporting any change in playing by the client. Which of the following is the music therapist MOST likely attempting to encourage?