Salvo Ch. 3 Review Flashcards
(36 cards)
Product used for disinfecting table and accessory fabric but not for routine cleaning.
Household bleach
Ingredient thought to mimic the hormone estrogen when absorbed into the skin.
Parabens
Popular sheet fabric material.
Cotton, cotton blends, and flannel
The shelf life of the majority of massage lubricants if stored in a cool, dark place.
18 months
Primary purpose of massage lubricant.
Reduce friction
Massage product used on clients with sensitive or hyper hyperreactive skin or who have skin conditions such as eczema (atopic dermatitis) or psoriasis.
Hypoallergenic
Transfer of microorganisms from one source to another.
Cross contamination
Ability of the massage table foam pad to return to its original height after being compressed.
Memory
Fabric ideal for spa use because it can absorb water easily.
Terrycloth
Use of fragrant essential oils by inhalation or by applying a diluted form to the skin.
Aromatherapy
Type of products recommended by massage table manufacturers for cleaning table and accessory fabric in 4:1 diluted solution.
Nonabrasive and nonalcohol
Should be 31 to 33 inches wide for large framed clients.
Table width
Scents recommended by the National Sleep Foundation to promote calmness and relaxation.
Lavender, vanilla, jasmine
Derived from fruit, nuts, or seeds.
Butters
Where to place a Bolster on a supine lying client to reduce excessive lordosis.
Behind the knees
Type of floor covering that should not be used in a massage office.
Throw rugs
Red, yellow and orange are … colors; blue and green are … colors.
Warm; Cool
Needed between parking spaces and buildings instead of steps to increase accessibility.
Slope
Tool that can be used to dispense thick lubricants such as cremes or butters.
Spatula
Used by the massage practitioner to help keep a prone lying clients head and neck relatively aligned.
Face rest
Where a Bolster is placed on a prone lying client.
In front of the ankles
Ideal room temperature range for workers, according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
68 to 76 degrees
Fabric most often used by manufacturers to cover high quality massage tables.
Polyurethane
Term used to describe the thickness of foam padding.
Loft