Review Questions Flashcards
(368 cards)
1
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Which of the following treatments is an example of allopathic medicine?
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chemotherapy
2
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During passive stretching, which of the following is the next action of a massage therapist when the client reports lessening of the stretch sensation?
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Return the client to his or her original position.
3
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Which of the following structures is not a part of the lymphatic system?
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thyroid
4
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Who introduced a system of movements called medical gymnastics?
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Per Henrik Ling
5
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Which of the following conditions is most likely to lead to a decreased range of motion (ROM)?
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local edema
6
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When working with a T-Bar, which of the following is most important?
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Warm the tissue before working with the T-Bar.
7
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The popliteal pulse is best palpated with the client lying in the _______ position with his knee passively ______, to relax the popliteal fascia and hamstrings.
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prone, flexed
8
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Onco refers to:
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tumor
9
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Which of the following is true about spondylosis?
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Massage is indicated as long as joints aren’t inflamed.
10
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What structure forms the medial wall of the orbit?
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lacrimal bones
11
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act became effective in:
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1996
12
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The body region of the chin is called the ________ region.
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mental
13
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Which of the following is the most essential tool used to communicate with other health care professionals regarding how to achieve the client’s maximum potential?
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written documentation
14
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The intention when a Tsubo feels warm and hard should be to:
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disperse the excess Ki
15
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What is the purpose for bacteria in the large intestine?
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Protection from virulent bacteria.
16
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An abnormal empty end feel occurs when:
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the therapist is unable to reach the end feel due to client pain
17
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Dys refers to:
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difficult
18
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What type of joint is the radioulnar joint located at the distal end of the arm?
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synovial
19
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Which of the following is not considered a suprahyoid?
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sternohyoid
20
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Which of the following is an extrinsic ligament of the sternoclavicular joint.
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costoclavicular ligament
21
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Which of the following isn’t included in Shiatsu?
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joint manipulation
22
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Stomach sleepers are more susceptible to:
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hyperextension of the lumbar spine
23
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Where are the suboccipitol muscles located?
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posterior neck, just under the skull
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Zygapophyseal joints are also known as ____________.
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facet joints
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The bursa of the elbow lying between the skin and the olecranon of the elbow is called:
subcutaneous bursa
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Which motion stretches your client's infraspinatus muscle?
passive relaxed internal rotation of the shoulder
27
All of the following are supported by bursae except:
fingers
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If a client resists filling out a client intake form, the massage/bodywork practitioner should:
ask the client questions and write the responses on the form
29
The maxilla articulates with all of the following bones except:
the occiput
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Which of the following describes the expectations of professional conduct and level of practice afforded the public in, among other things; professionalism, legal and ethical requirements, confidentiality, business practices, roles and boundaries and prevention of sexual misconduct?
Standards of Practice
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To stretch sartorius you would passively position your client's lower extremity into hip extension, adduction and medial rotation and place the knee in ______.
extension
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Deep circular friction should be avoided posterior to the medial epicondyle of the humerus in order to prevent compression of which nerve?
ulnar
33
This forms the posterior wall of the pelvis.
sacrum
34
A hepatocyte is a:
liver cell
35
Which of the following cellular mechanisms of injury leads directly to inflammation and edema?
interference with membrane function
36
The prefix "a" or "an" refers to:
without
37
Which is the largest gland of the body and also part of the digestive system?
liver
38
Which of the following is true about malignant melanoma?
Massage is indicated for clients who are in remission.
39
Which of the following terms describes the amount of blood ejected from the heart in one minute?
stroke volume
40
What type of joint is the radiocarpal joint?
condyloid
41
Which of the following is an allopathic or Western Medicine physician that specializes in treating kidney diseases?
Nephrologist
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Hamstring tightness may cause:
flattening of the lumbar spine
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A fundamental tissue response to injury or an antigen that may include inflammation, proliferation, remodelling and keloid is called:
inflammatory response
44
What type of massage is indicated for clients diagnosed with encephalitis?
Massage is a general contraindication.
45
_____________________ is responsible for the reddish pigment of skeletal muscle.
Myoglobin
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What would a therapist observe to ensure the client didn't suffer from a lateral curvature of the cervical spine?
the ear lobes are even
47
In which of the following structures does fertilization normally occur?
fallopian tubes
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Which of the following is not classified as an etiologic agent?
normal erythropoiesis
49
How many cranial bones are there?
8
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What position does the ankle need to be in to stretch tibialis anterior?
everted and plantar flexed
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Which of the following disorders is an unlikely cause of lymphadenopathy?
essential, or secondary, hypertension
52
What stops urine from flowing back into the ureters from the bladder?
compression of the ureters by the urine
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Static touch can have which of the following major effects?
sedative effects
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Which is a group of fibers that provides structural support around smooth muscles and nerves?
reticular fiber
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During a joint mobilization, the client is instructed to:
exhale
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Which of the following disorders or diseases results from an injury, which disrupts homeostasis?
traumatic disorder
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Which of the following statements is false about a therapist's nails?
A therapist who performs strictly Swedish massage may have long nails.
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In order to stretch your clients lumbricals, you would place her fingers into passive:
MCP extension and proximal interphalangeal flexion
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Which is a medical system that relates to traditional Western medicine:
allopathic medicine
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Which of the following vitamins has an important role in maintaining the health of eyes, skin and mucosal membranes?
A
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Which of the following bony landmarks is the insertion for the anterior scalenes?
1st rib
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The first cervical vertebra is known as the _____.
atlas
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What lies between the body of L5 vertebra and the 1st sacral body?
anterior intervertebral joint
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Which of the following blood vessels requires the least caution during treatment?
aorta
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According to Zen Shiatsu Principles of Touch, "Zen" means:
meditation
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Which epidermal cells are mainly responsible for immunity and protection?
langerhans
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Which muscle splits into 4 tendons in the plantar aspect of the foot?
flexor digitorum longus
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The proximal brachial pulse can be palpated just ________ to the coracobrachialis muscle.
medial
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One of the key functions of muscles is that they stabilize _________________.
joints
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A person may be more susceptible to diseases caused by pathogenic organisms due to the following causes except:
acute stress
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Using caution when treating the anterior bend of the elbow protects the:
median nerve
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What is the ratio of heat to cold during a contrast hydrotherapy application?
3 to 1
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With massage, which of the following hormones is increased in the blood to reduce stress and depression?
serotonin
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Massage increases peristaltic activity, causing which of the following digestive system effects?
expulsion of intestinal gas
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Inverse stretch reflex stimulates which of the following?
Golgi tendon organs
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According to Zen Shiatsu Principles of Touch, the geographic center of the balance of one's body is the:
lower abdomen
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Which organization is considered the oldest national professional massage association in the United States?
American Massage Therapy Association
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Which organ is considered part of the nervous system but also secretes hormones and is part of the endocrine system?
hypothalamus
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Impaired hearing related to aging is most likely caused by:
thickening of eardrums
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Where are nosocomial infections usually transmitted
hospitals
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Which of the following is true about cellulitis?
It's a general contraindication for massage.
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An elderly client with osteoporosis is most likely to experience which of the following respiratory changes?
diminished pulmonary function
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Cell-mediated immunity (within the cell membrane) involves:
T lymphocytes
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Which of the following attributes is characteristic of nosocomial infections?
They are contracted in hospitals and health care facilities.
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Which of the following sensory changes is a physiologic change related to aging?
decreased pupil size
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Which of the following statements regarding lysosomes is true?
Lysosomes are a cell organelle
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Periods of exacerbation are also called:
relapses
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What type of massage is indicated for painful osgood-schlatter disease?
Massage the muscles around the area.
89
In general, a client in hospice care can only tolerate how many minutes of touch?
15 to 20 minutes
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Which of the following is true about chronic acne rosacea?
Massage is indicated.
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Which of the following is true about cerebral palsy?
Massage with physical therapy works well together.
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Massage should be avoided on the area of injection for:
at least 10 days
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Rrhagia refers to:
excessive flowing
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Which of the following is true about chronic shin splints?
Massage is indicated.
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Morbidity is the:
rate in which particular disease occurs within a given group or area
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What type of massage is indicated for constipation?
clockwise circular effleurage of the abdomen
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Which of the following actions is least likely to stimulate the symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia?
avoiding hot or cold foods
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Which of the following statements regarding preparation of the treatment area is false?
The treament room should be less than 65 degrees F.
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Which of the following is true about torticollis?
Massage is indicated.
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A massage therapist performs which of the following actions when treating a client with glaucoma?
positions the client for comfort
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Which of the following is not classified as an etiologic agent?
normal erythropoiesis
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Which of the following is true about malignant melanoma?
Massage is indicated for clients who are in remission.
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What type of massage is indicated for people suffering from lupus flare ups?
energy work
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Which of the following is true about myositis?
It's a local contraindication.
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An antibiotic that interferes with mitochondrial functions will initially affect which of the following cell functions?
energy production
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Which of the following is true about spondylosis?
Massage is indicated as long as joints aren't inflamed.
107
Onco refers to:
tumor
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Epi refers to:
above
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The determination of the nature of a disease is:
diagnosis
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Which of the following is a type of health care that follows a reductionist model targeting the affected body parts to treat a disease?
allopathic medicine
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All of the following medical conditions should be treated as an absolute contraindication except:
an ankle sprain sustained 24 hours earlier
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A cancer client on chemotherapy treatment with nausea can receive which of the following massage techniques?
nerve stroke
113
Rickettsia rickettsii causes:
Rocky Mountain spotted fever
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Which of the following is true about bell's palsy?
Massage is indicated.
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In the proliferative phase of an inflammatory response, the clot is eventually lysed and replaced with:
granulation tissue
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What type of massage is indicated for hemophilia?
very gentle massage
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Direct effects of dehydration and narrowing of the intervertebral discs related to aging includes all of the following except:
flexibility of vertebrae
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Gen refers to:
producing
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Which of the following statements describes a pathogen?
A pathogen is a disease causing organism.
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Dia refers to:
through
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Regarding the statistics of effectiveness of spoken communication, which of the following components makes the largest contribution?
body language
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Which of the following determines whether the condition is in the acute or in the chronic stage?
onset of the pain
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While working on a pregnant client's lower leg, you notice a small, reddish raised area. She states that the area is sore and her ankles seem more swollen than normal. What is the best course of action.
Refer the client to her physician.
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When a therapist begins to view and treat a client as more than a friend, the therapist is demonstrating:
countertransference
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What type of tax form does an independent contractor use to report wages, and tips?
1099
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A massage therapist who has no education in pregnancy massage but advertises him/her self as a pregnancy therapist is violating the ___________________________.
Scope of Practice
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True or False: Licensure is transferable between states.
False
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During the massage, the client discloses that she thinks she has ringworm on her lower leg. What is the best course of action?
Stop the massage and sanitize the room when the client leaves.
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Being of sound character and adhering to moral, ethical and honest principles.
integrity
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A client taking medications to lower the cortisol levels should be referred to a physician if which of the following symptoms is noted by the massage therapist?
jaundice
131
During handwashing, all surfaces of the hands and fingers must be lathered for at least:
15 seconds
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A contaminated T-bar is soaked in 70% alcohol solution for disinfection for a duration of:
10 minutes
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To stretch your client's forearm flexors, place his arm into elbow _______, forearm ______, and wrist ________.
extension, supination, extension
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A passive adduction of your client's humerus at the glenohumeral joint stretches which of the following muscles?
supraspinatus
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To stretch the piriformis muscle, perform a passive _______ of the _________.
medial rotation, hip
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Static touch can have which of the following major effects?
sedative effects
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Massage interrupts the pain cycle by which of the following?
increasing the release of endorphins
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According to Ayurvedic medicine, when the five basic elements interact and combine, which of the following is formed?
dosha
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If the therapist's hands come in contact with body fluids, the recommended hand-washing time is:
2 minutes
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Inverse stretch reflex stimulates which of the following?
Golgi tendon organs
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Which of the following initiates muscle contraction by stimulating the muscle spindles?
stretch reflex
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When performing rocking what is the pitch-and-catch technique?
pushing the client's body back and forth with both hands
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When performing metacarpal scissoring, which of the following body parts are moved up and down?
long bones in the hand
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When is it proper to bend at the waist and use arm muscle in a massage session?
never
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Which of the following mobilizes the coxal joint?
hip rotations
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Massage has all of the following effects on the respiratory system except:
increased laryngeal tension
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When choosing a massage table it should suit:
the massage therapist's body
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Which of the following is true when working on a client with an injury or fresh scar tissue?
Sink into scar tissue, gently moving it in all directions to break down the tissue.
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Which of the following is an effect of a bolster placed under a client's ankles when lying prone?
to relax and shorten the hamstrings
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Craniosacral work concentrates on
the pulse of the CNS
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Which of the following is true about shaking?
It loosens the fascia.
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Which of the following is a reflexive response?
vasodilation
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Which of the following positions is more preferable to massage a client in a wheelchair?
seated in his or her wheelchair
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True or False: Performing a hacking technique, using the ulnar sides of the hands, while your fingers are stiff is referred to as heavy hacking.
True
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True or False: A massage therapist should always ask for permission before undraping any part of the body.
True
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Which of the following increases the surface area of a bursa?
villi
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Which of the following actions is not performed by the sartorius muscle?
adduction of the hip
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The subscapular bursa lies between the neck of the scapula and the tendon of ________.
subscapularis
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Regarding the statistics of effectiveness of spoken communication, which of the following components makes the largest contribution?
body language
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Which of the following metabolic bone disorders manifests as a softening of bones in adults?
osteomalacia
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Which of the following is true about spondylosis?
Massage is indicated as long as joints aren't inflamed.
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Ovulation is stimulated by:
a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH)
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A collagenous sheath that surrounds the whole mass of muscles is the ____________________.
epimysium
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Which of the following is true about shaking?
It loosens the fascia.
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Which endangerment site is located in the upper area of the stomach area under the ribs?
abdomen
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Diabetes insipidus is a pathology associated with which one of the following hormones?
anti-diuretic
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Which enzyme is found in saliva?
amylase
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To stretch a client's anterior deltoids fibers, ______________ the glenohumeral joint.
extend
169
The center of gravity is between the:
fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae
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In which of the following sets are the hormone and target organ correctly matched?
growth hormone - adrenal cortex
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Chronic mental stress can cause which of the following physiological changes?
forgetfulness
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Which of the following muscles is responsible for elevating the testicles?
cremaster
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A normal cervical curvature is:
lordotic, convex curvature in anterior direction
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In the proliferative phase of an inflammatory response, the clot is eventually lysed and replaced with:
granulation tissue
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What is the origin for masseter?
zygomatic arch
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The sacrospinous ligament attaches from the lateral part of the sacrum and coccyx to the:
ischial spine
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Which organ is the Root Chakra associated with?
adrenals
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Which is true about epinephrine and norepinephrine?
Epinephrine raises heart rate and norepinephrine vasoconstricts vessels.
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What is the name of the fascial sheath that lies between the medial malleolus and the calcaneus?
flexor retinaculum
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The stratum granulosum is a layer of granular cells interposed between the stratum lucidum and the __________________.
stratum spinosum
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Which of the following muscles crosses the glenohumeral joint?
coracobrachialis
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Which of the following is true about bell's palsy?
Massage is indicated.
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The main factor that determines how long it will take to loosen a tight muscle is:
chronicity
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How many parathyroid glands are located on the posterior surface of the thyroid gland?
4
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Which muscle is stretched by pulling the tissue at the top of the hairline toward the back of the head?
occipitofrontalis
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Scoliosis is most likely to be seen in which one of the following populations?
adolescent girls
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Which of the following nerves innervates the deltoid and the teres minor muscles?
axillary
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What is the insertion for the diaphragm?
central tendon
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What is the minimum length of time the cold portion of each contrast hydrotherapy cycle should be applied?
30 seconds
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The long head of biceps brachii attaches proximally at the:
supraglenoid tubercle of the scapula
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Which of the following conditions does not manifest as a bleeding disorder?
thrombophlebitis
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Urticaria is another term to describe:
hives
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This fan shaped muscle of mastication attaches at the temporal fossa, and works to elevate the mandible.
temporalis
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Which of the following posterior compartment muscles does NOT act on the ankle?
popliteus
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The ischial bursa is located between the ischial tuberosity and the _______.
gluteus maximus
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To stretch your clients iliopsoas muscle, place his hip into passive ___________.
extension
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To maximally stretch a client's triceps brachii muscle, bring the arm into passive:
elbow flexion and glenohumeral flexion
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A deficiency in which of the following vitamins may lead to excessive bruising, bleeding and increased PTT (prothrombin time)?
K
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Which of the following is least likely to be caused by food sensitivities?
peptic ulcers
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An endangerment site bordered by the sternocleidomastoid, trapezius, and clavicle:
posterior triangle of the neck
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These thin filaments are a major component of the contractile apparatus of skeletal muscle:
actin
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Which of the following terms describes a bluish tinge of skin due to reduced ventilation?
cyanosis
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Which of the following statements describes the course of multiple sclerosis?
Recurring signs/symptoms with relapses and remittance.
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Which bone is the anterior part of the coxal bone?
pubis
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Pitting edema most likely indicates a/an:
kidney condition
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These are depressions or fissures in the surface of the brain.
sulci
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Where is the Bowmans capsule found?
kidney
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Which of the following muscles is found in the lateral compartment of the leg?
fibularis brevis
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Which of the following components of the fascia provides cushion between the structural fibers?
ground substance
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When stretching your client's scalenes muscles, passively place his cervical spine into:
contralateral flexion
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A resisted stretch has how many phases?
2
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What type of massage is indicated for painful osgood-schlatter disease?
Massage the muscles around the area.
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The epitrochlear lymph nodes lie along the _____________ vein.
basilic
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During which of the following events is the first heart sound heard?
atrioventricular valves close
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Which pulse is palpable just slightly anterior to the external auditory meatus?
Temporal
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When performing metacarpal scissoring, which of the following body parts are moved up and down?
long bones in the hand
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What is the origin of tensor fasciae latae?
iliac crest
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) A client taking medications to lower the cortisol levels should be referred to a physician if which of the following symptoms is noted by the massage therapist?
jaundice
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Muscles that insert on the plantar side of the foot perform which action of the phalangeal joints?
flexion
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Which of the following substances is not a breakdown product of lipids?
amino acids
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Which of the following is an action of the long head of triceps brachii?
adducts the shoulder
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What are the two histologically distinct regions of a lymph node?
cortex and medulla
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What type of joint is the costovertebral joint?
synovial
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What is the ankle joint called?
talocrural
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The first and shortest part of the small intestine, where most chemical digestion takes place is known as the _______.
duodenum
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The client's diet must contain which of the following minerals for proper muscle contraction?
calcium and magnesium
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In one gait cycle, the stance phase normally accounts for approximately ___________ of the cycle?
60%
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Which of the following is the most common inducer of medically unexplained physical complaints:
psychological stress
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Which of the following muscles elevates the ribs?
external intercostals
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A person's base of support, or the distance between the feet, depends on:
the person's height and hip size
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Being of sound character and adhering to moral, ethical and honest principles.
integrity
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A massage therapist who has no education in pregnancy massage but advertises him/her self as a pregnancy therapist is violating the ___________________________.
Scope of Practice
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A correct way of removing and disposing gloves includes:
peeling the gloves from the cuff to fingers
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What movement is being performed to the spine when a client leans forward to grab his knees, rounding his back?
flexion
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Which of the following is a likely cause of mastitis?
nursing
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The cellular response phase of inflammation involves thrombocytosis and _____________.
leukocytosis
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Which of the following manifestations is least likely to reflect a response of the body to stress?
hypocortisolism
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Which of the following bony landmarks is the insertion for pectoralis minor?
coracoid process of the scapula
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The common carotid pulse is palpable just lateral to the ____________.
Thyroid Cartilage
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Which is a system of health care that considers the power of mind in influencing the state of the physical body:
mind-body medicine
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The medial surface of the kidney contains the following depression:
hilum
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The body region of the chin is called the ________ region.
mental
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When your client is in the prone position, bolsters can be placed in all of these areas except:
under the knees
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Which of the following sets of muscles have parallel fiber arrangement?
biceps brachii, brachioradialis
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Which of the following mechanisms is exemplified when low blood plasma hormone levels result in increased hormone synthesis and release?
Negative Feedback
246
Who discovered arteries and veins?
Claudius Galen
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What is the origin of the intercostals?
inferior surface of the rib above
248
Parietal cells of the stomach produce:
hydrochloric acid
249
The mechanoreceptors of this body area are essential for maintaining the upright position:
sacroiliac joint
250
Which gland is follicle stimulating hormone produced by?
pituitary
251
How many interrossei muscles are there in the hand?
7
252
What is the first phase of the gait cycle?
heel strike
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To stretch your client's tibialis anterior, perform passive _____________ along with _____ of the foot.
plantar flexion, eversion
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Which describes a movement where a certain muscle is drawn out to its maximum length?
stretching
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Which is the only facial muscle not innervated by the facial nerve?
levator palpebra superioris
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Which of the following is true about scar tissue?
Wound repair will only take place when bacteria is removed from the area.
257
Which of the following structures is part of the female reproductive system?
follicle
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To stretch the piriformis muscle, perform a passive _______ of the _________.
medial rotation, hip
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What is the origin of gemellus inferior?
ischial tuberosity
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To stretch a client's anterior deltoids fibers, ______________ the glenohumeral joint.
extend
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A diet deficient in calcium ions may lead to which of the following dysfunctions?
bleeding and muscle cramps
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An anterior pelvic tilt causes:
sway back posture
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What is the primary cause of esophagitis in North America?
gastroesophageal reflux
264
Which of the following bones contain sinus cavities?
frontal, ethmoid
265
What is the location of the detrusor urinae muscle?
wall of the bladder
266
Which of the following is a malignant tumour affecting bone marrow tissue?
multiple myeloma
267
A 27 yr old male states that he was in the sun all day. He has hydrated and showered but seems to be sunburned around his neck and shoulder regions. What is the best course of action?
Proceed with the massage, avoiding the sunburned area.
268
The endomysium surrounds which of the following?
a muscle fiber
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Which of the following is a contraindication for performing vibrations?
conditions with spastic paralysis
270
Bells palsy manifests with which of the following attributes?
unilateral facial paralysis
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What type of tax form does an employer use to report annual federal unemployment?
940
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To stretch your clients iliopsoas muscle, place his hip into passive ___________.
extension
273
When handwashing, the hands and forearms should be:
lower than the elbows
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What is the insertion of coracobrachialis?
medial surface of mid-humeral shaft
275
Which of the following deltoid muscle fibers extends the arm at the glenohumeral joint?
posterior fibers
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In which of the following sets are the hormone and target organ correctly matched?
growth hormone - adrenal cortex
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Which of the following terms describes excessive menstruation?
menorrhagia
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What would a therapist use to assess the end feels of the glenohumeral joint?
passive range of motion
279
Which of the following specializations does not distinguish lymphatic capillaries from blood capillaries?
a thick tunica media
280
Massage interrupts the pain cycle by which of the following?
increasing the release of endorphins
281
When a massage therapist notes a hard end-feel at a joint that normally has a soft end-feel, it indicates a/an:
contracture
282
The body region of the front fold of the elbow joint is called the ________ region.
antecubital
283
Which of deltoid's fibers laterally rotate the shoulder?
posterior
284
Which muscle of mastication has only 1 head and attaches on the lateral pterygoid plate of the sphenoid bone?
medial pterygoid
285
What type of joint is the AC joint?
synovial
286
The subacromial bursa is a large bursa that lies between the supraspinatus tendon, the fibrous capsule of the shoulder joint, and the _______ muscle.
deltoid
287
Which of the following is the most preferred muscle energy technique after deactivating a trigger point?
antagonist contract
288
What type of joint connects the first metacarpal with the trapezium?
saddle
289
Gastroenteritis with severe vomiting and diarrhea is classified as a/an:
acute disease
290
Which one of the following describes muscle tone?
slightly contracted
291
When a massage therapist is prevented to work for a month due to a work-related back injury, which of the following insurances covers a portion of the therapist's income?
disability insurance
292
Abductor pollicis longus attaches to:
the base of the 1st metacarpal bone
293
Which of the following muscles is the most medial thenar muscle?
flexor pollicis brevis
294
The head of the rib articulates with this structure:
the body of vertebra
295
When a therapist notes a soft end-feel at a joint that normally has a hard end-feel, it indicates a/an:
tight muscle crossing
296
Pleuritis, tuberculosis and acute bronchitis are all classified as which type of lung disease?
infectious
297
Which part of the brain elicits responses of fear, rage and pleasure?
limbic
298
How often should linens be changed?
after each massage
299
What type of joints are found within the vertebrae?
pivot
300
Which of the following works as an inhibitor in the CNS and can affect sleep and moods?
serotonin
301
What structure forms the bridge of the nose?
nasal bones
302
Which of the following statements about the female pelvis (compared to the male pelvis) is false?
the sacrum is thinner and more anterior
303
Who developed Bindegewebsmassage?
Elizabeth Dicke
304
Which of the following is true about myositis?
It's a local contraindication.
305
Which is a technique used by healthcare givers of complementary and alternative medicine to access their intuitive awareness through muscle responses to questions held in mind?
ideomotor response
306
Massage reduces anxiety by which of the following actions?
decreased blood cortisol levels
307
Which organ is the Heart Chakra associated with?
heart
308
Which muscle attaches onto the base of the proximal phalanx of the 5th digit?
flexor digitorum minimi
309
What is the tissue called that surrounds each nerve fiber?
endoneurium
310
Which of the following is true about the resistance phase?
The body continues its normal functions, but it is alert at a lower level.
311
Which of the following statements regarding the urethra is true?
It is longer in males.
312
Which is the time period during a gait cycle when both feet are on the ground?
double support
313
Which of the following statements regarding dyspnea is true?
It's a manifestation of many respiratory disorders.
314
Which of the following facial muscles is responsible for opening the eyes?
levator palpebra superioris
315
When injured, which of the following sets of tissues regenerates to a limited extent?
cartilage and cardiac muscle
316
When a massage therapist reports a colleague's misconduct to the right authorities, the therapist demonstrates the principle of:
honesty
317
The curvature in the cervical region is:
lordotic
318
Which term refers to kidney stones?
nephrolithiasis
319
Which of the following layers of the heart is characterized by a thin smooth surface with a layer of serous fluid that allows the heart to beat in an almost frictionless environment?
endocardium
320
Which of the following is true about malignant melanoma?
Massage is indicated for clients who are in remission.
321
What is the insertion of biceps brachii?
tuberosity of the radius
322
What position does the ankle need to be in to stretch tibialis anterior?
everted and plantar flexed
323
When swollen, which group of lymph nodes can be palpated along the anterior border of the upper trapezius?
posterior cervical chain
324
Protecting the anterior triangle of the neck prevents damage of the following structures except:
subclavian artery
325
Which of the following statements regarding the hypothalamic-pituitary axis is false?
Hormone release factors (HRFs) secreted by the pituitary gland stimulates the hypothalamus.
326
Red blood cells are produced in which of the following processes?
erythropoiesis
327
All of the following statements are correct about abductor digiti minimi, except:
It abducts and flexes the 1st digit.
328
A passive adduction of your client's humerus at the glenohumeral joint stretches which of the following muscles?
supraspinatus
329
Which of the following is a somatic hormone secreted from the anterior pituitary gland?
prolactin
330
What is an insertion of tibialis anterior?
medial cuneiform
331
Which of the following is a somatic hormone secreted from the anterior pituitary gland?
prolactin
332
The sacrococcygeal joint joins the _____ of the sacrum and the _____ of the coccyx.
apex, base
332
What is an insertion of tibialis anterior?
medial cuneiform
333
The sacrococcygeal joint joins the _____ of the sacrum and the _____ of the coccyx.
apex, base
334
Which of the following nerves innervates the muscles of the anterior brachium?
musculocutaneous
335
When treating an HIV infected client, a massage therapist should:
avoid open lesions
336
Which of the following nerves innervates the muscles of the anterior brachium?
musculocutaneous
338
When treating a client who has a history of left mastectomy, which of the following actions prevents lymphedema?
keep the affected arm elevated
338
When treating an HIV infected client, a massage therapist should:
avoid open lesions
339
Which of the following is not classified as an infectious skin disorder?
acne
340
Which of the following statements describes a pathogen?
A pathogen is a disease causing organism.
341
When a therapist notes a soft end-feel at a joint that normally has a hard end-feel, it indicates a/an:
tight muscle crossing
342
Which part of the brain connects the left and right hemispheres?
corpus callosum
343
Which of the following mechanisms does not assist lymphatic return?
contraction of visceral smooth muscle
344
A client who suffers from pain and tingling down the arms and into the hands may suffer from:
thoracic outlet syndrome
345
Anterior and posterior are the terms used to name the __________of the brachial plexus.
divisions
346
Which one of the following pairs correctly matches an organ with a hormone?
Pituitary - Prolactin
347
To stretch a client's upper trapezius muscle, you should passively place his cervical spine into:
forward flexion
348
The fascicles are surrounded by which of the following connective tissue layer?
perimysium
349
Fingernails are not found on the ________ surface of the hand.
palmar
350
Which of the following mechanisms does not assist lymphatic return?
contraction of visceral smooth muscle
351
What type of tax form does an employer use to report wages paid to an employee?
W-2
352
Which one of the following pathologies results from hyper-secretion of the thyroid gland?
goiter
353
What is an insertion of tibialis anterior?
medial cuneiform
354
An anterior pelvic tilt causes:
sway back posture
355
How many bones are located in the adult skeleton?
206
356
Which of the following is not assessed during a postural analysis?
the swing phase of the clients gait
357
A normal cervical curvature is:
lordotic, convex curvature in anterior direction
358
Which is considered as the strongest and largest tendon in the body:
achilles tendon
359
Which cutaneous receptor specializes in the reception of touch or light pressure?
Meissners corpuscles
360
Which one of the following statements describes myasthenia gravis?
An autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks muscle cells.
361
What joint classification is the tibiotalar joint?
synovial
362
Blood entering the left ventricle has just passed through which of the following valves?
mitral
363
The kidney is composed of approximately _______________ nephrons.
1 million
364
The classic triad dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, and infertility strongly suggest which of the following disorders?
endometritis
365
How many layers of serous membrane line the ventral cavity?
2
366
Which of the following structures is not a part of the lymphatic system?
thyroid
367
Which lymph nodes are located on the floor of the mouth?
submental
