A characteristic of stretching is that it is:

a mechanical force that creates tension stress.

A LMT needs CEs. She enjoys the sciences and energy approaches. What classes should she take

involve research in body/mind healing.

What is the function of the pineal body?

Maintaining the internal biologic clock

Client’s left arm extensor did not inhibit when the right hip flexor activated. This means:

contralateral arm swing during gait is altered.

A characteristic of skin rolling is that it is:

a valuable method to address superficial fascia.

Ventricles in the brain are characterized as

being filled with cerebrospinal fluid.

A client with cardiac probs says theyre tired from walking. What should you asses?

of the pulses to identify circulation flow.

Clients with fragile bones should have techniques modified in which of the following ways?

Alter the magnitude pressure applied.

Client broke leg. It healed, but now has shoulder pain. If related to broken leg, it likely:

shoulder pain is compensation related to using crutches.

How does the body tend to perform under normal conditions?

Phys mechanisms inhibit body from functioning at its limits.

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1
After remodel of a building purchased, its time for a grand opening. Which is essential?
Planning
Bank accounts
Financial plan
Website
2
Sliding force to generate change by creating therapeutic inflammation is called:
compression.
bending.
torsion.
shear force.
3
In which of the following conditions is direct work over the area of injury contraindicated?
Myositis ossificans
Fibromyalgia
Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy
Contusion
4
Client gets massage as part of healing. Massage after healing is considered:
gradual restoration of energy.
condition management.
therapeutic change.
gradual restoration of energy.
5
Having the client push hard against therapist’s resisting pressure is what type of assessment?
Strength testing
Active resisted range of motion
Applied kinesiology
Craniosacral rhythm
6
Owner ignores LMT suggestions. What way of dealing with conflict is the owner using?
Compromise
Dominance
Collaboration
Suppression
7
A client has had a cast removed. Which assessment would provide info ab movement function?
Palpation of body rhythms
Abdominal palpation
Dehydration test
Muscle testing
8
Any condition that renders a particular treatment improper or undesirable would be called a(n):
contraindication.
referral.
indication.
transference.
9
Which of the following are male sex hormones?
Androgens
Oxytocin
Growth hormone
Adrenaline
10
A characteristic of stretching is that it is:
the same as lengthening.
ineffective at addressing connective tissues.
done to firm and tighten muscles.
a mechanical force that creates tension stress.
11
Which of the following refers to bodywork methods that developed from ancient Chinese methods?
Ayurvedic
Lomi lomi
Rolfing
Asian approaches
12
Which of the following structures supports the greatest amount of body weight?
Spine
Carpals
Neck muscles
Carpals
13
A muscle that is named for its location is
temporalis.
quadriceps.
triceps.
deltoid.
14
Liability insurance would be needed by massage therapists if which of the following happens?
Equipment and supplies get stolen.
Property is damaged by fire or flood.
The massage harmed a client.
Someone hurts himself near the office.
15
Which is described as an in-between state in which one is “not healthy” but also “not sick”?
Irritation
Dysfunction
Acute phase
Subacute phase
16
A LMT needs CEs. She enjoys the sciences and energy approaches. What classes should she take
involve research in body/mind healing.
target the geriatric and hospice population.
target reflexology.
target reflexology.
17
The bony support structure found inside the human body is known as which of the following?
Endoskeleton
Foramen
Ectoskeleton
Trabeculae
18
Which of the following is best assessment of joint function when the client is nonparticipating
Passive joint movement
Soft and hard end feel
Passive resisted joint movement
Active resisted joint movement
19
What is the function of the pineal body?
Rousing the body from sleep and maintaining consciousness
Controlling all sensory input except that of smell
Maintaining the internal biologic clock
Controlling reflex actions: sneezing, coughing, vomiting
20
A client is complaining of being tired all the time. What does this client need to increase?
Endurance
Stability
Balance
Coordination
21
What is the large artery that carries oxygen and nutrients out of the heart?
Aneurysm
Vena cava
Aorta
Atrium
22
Client’s left arm extensor did not inhibit when the right hip flexor activated. This means:
firing pattern for hip extension is altered.
postural muscles are weak, and the hip flexors are dominant.
unilateral gait pattern is dysfunctional.
contralateral arm swing during gait is altered.
23
A characteristic of skin rolling is that it is:
a valuable method to address superficial fascia.
as valuable test for determining body fat percentage
most often used on the tissues of the face.
applied rapidly for the best results.
24
Nerves that connect the CNS to glands, heart, smooth muscles are what aspect of nervous system?
Somatic
Enteric
Autonomic
Central
25
Cover letter is two pages long, and includes a picture. Are there any areas of concern?
The letter is in business letter format.
The letter is too long.
The letter is copied.
The letter is on quality bond paper.
26
How much of the gross income of a business is usually needed to cover taxes?
One-third
One half
One-eighth
27
Ventricles in the brain are characterized as
being filled with neuroglia and nerve cells.
lining the cranial bones.
being filled with cerebrospinal fluid.
separating the meninges from the brain.
28
Clients want to talk after the session. The most likely cause is the massage therapist’s:
inability to set boundaries
conflict management skills.
dual role capability
body language.
29
A client has a bilateral anterior rotation of the pelvis. Which is likely to be occurring?
Flexion of the lumbar spine
Extension of the ankle
Extension of the lumbar spine
Internal rotation of the hip
30
Which of the following tissues requires various pressure levels during palpation assessment?
Body rhythms
Heat
Muscles
Skin
31
A client is upset that a LMT raised their price. What type of conflict does this involve?
Relationship
Data
Value
Interest
32
A client with cardiac probs says theyre tired from walking. What should you asses?
for identification of compensation pattern.
for unilateral symmetry and stance.
of kinetic chain interaction.
of the pulses to identify circulation flow.
33
Area of body where nerves& vessels are not protected& is susceptible to damage by deep pressure
danger zone.
endangerment site.
sensory receptor.
somatic plexus.
34
Which of the following link sensory receptors with the central nervous system?
Somatic effectors
Motor impulses
Efferent nerves
Afferent nerves
35
The historical massage term used to describe kneading is called:
pétrissage.
effleurage.
compression.
static position.
36
When massage produces an opposing effect, as can occur with certain medications, it is called:
congestion.
congestion.
antagonism.
irritation.
37
A condition characterized by mood disturbances involving emptiness, hopelessness, melancholy:
depression.
anxiety.
anorexia.
delusion.
38
Kneading a client’s muscle using a twisting motion is called:
bending.
shear force.
torsion.
compression.
39
When assessing the ribs, the most helpful strategy is to use:
observation and palpation.
observation and palpation of pulses.
observation and joint movement.
palpation and gait measurements.
40
Which of the following conditions is caused by a parasite?
Trichinosis
Dupuytren’s contracture
Myositis ossificans
Anterior compartment syndrome
41
Clients with fragile bones should have techniques modified in which of the following ways?
Use centrifugal motions more and avoid transverse ones.
Reduce the duration of the application.
Increase the speed of the manipulations applied.
Alter the magnitude pressure applied.
42
When tension develops in a muscle but no appreciable change occurs, it is an
isotonic contraction.
eccentric action.
antagonist pattern.
isometric action
43
Client’s goal for massage is more circulation in legs. Assess the palpation of:
skin color.
pulses.
skin texture.
lymph nodes.
44
LMT has been providing info ab supplements during massage. The problem is doing this is a(n):
confidentiality breach.
scope-of-practice violation.
reciprocity issue.
intimacy concern.
45
The process of counterbalancing a defect in body structure or function is called:
compendium.
equalization.
compensation
homeostasis.
46
Client broke leg. It healed, but now has shoulder pain. If related to broken leg, it likely:
gait pattern will show dysfunction.
shoulder pain is compensation related to using crutches.
leg break created pain spasm that depletes substance P.
leg pain sensitized the cervical plexus.
47
Which of the following is a glucocorticoid?
Triglycerides
Insulin
Adrenaline
Cortisol
48
Contraction of skeletal muscles with a system of levers and pulleys results in..?
Robot-like motion
Muscle damage
Fast-twitch fibers contracting more rapidly
Normal human movement
49
How does the body tend to perform under normal conditions?
Phys mechanisms inhibit body from functioning at its limits.
It taps into long-term energy reserves.
It taps into long-term energy reserves.
Preference is to operate at peak levels of performance.
50
Insidious onset, recurring for indefinite periods, & diffuse and poorly localized is what pain?
equalization.
compensation.
homeostasis.
compendium.
51
Janis complains of body aches and says, “Do I feel hot to you?” This is categorized as:
chronic symptoms.
a syndrome.
acute symptoms.
objective, measurable signs.
52
Which of the following is most directly used to devise an initial treatment plan?
Confidentiality policy
Informed consent
Needs assessment
Chain of trust
53
What type of bone protects spongy bone and provides the firm framework of the body?
Foramen
Spine
Fossa
Condyle
54
Muscle energy techniques can be described as:
being passive techniques.
having muscles placed in nonspecific positions.
involving voluntary contraction muscle against counterforce.
applied in an abrupt manner to release tight muscles.
55
What is a function of the spinal cord?
Interpretation of incoming sensory information
Protection of the meninges
Conduction of nerve impulses to and from the brain.
Conduction of signals for vision and hearing
56
Ppl keep quitting. Supervisor says employees wont listen to her. Whats the conflict managment?
Negotiation
Smoothing over
Dominance
Collaboration
57
A client pulls away from palpation pressure at elbow. What would be the SPT grade?
IV
III
II
I
58
Which identifies people who could benefit from services offered by the massage therapist?
Market mix
Market research
Market strategy
Target marketing
59
A characteristic of gliding is that it:
is applied vertically in relation to the tissues.
can be superficial or deep.
is the least versatile of the strokes and the most limiting.
is performed with the fingertips to be effective.
60
A characteristic of rocking is that it:
should be used only on one segment of the body.
is a form of kneading.
is reflexive and chemical in its effects.
should be repeated only two or three times during a massage.
61
A personal space that exists within an arm’s length perimeter is a:
boundary.
limit.
border line.
perimeter.
62
Massage for client who is unable to undergo therapeutic change is called:
neuromuscular facilitation.
subtherapeutic change.
palliative care.
condition management
63
A characteristic of postisometric relaxation is that it:
follows an isometric contraction.
works against gravity.
is the refractory period of a muscle.
lasts up to 30 minutes.
64
A characteristic of mechanical methods is that they:
account for the majority of benefit derived from massage
are limited to methods that use electric devices.
have direct effects on the tissues.
bypass the nervous system.
65
A characteristic of joint movement is that it:
will result in temporary pain.
should be performed while client is in the supine position.
is contraindicated when the client is elderly.
should be performed smoothly and evenly.
66
Which of the following massage outcome goals indicates the need for gait assessment?
Improve concentration at work.
Decrease headache pain.
Reduce aching in the feet.
Improve breathing function.
67
What is the term for any substance that causes the body to produce antibodies?
Antibiotic
Antigen
Epithelial
Tumor
68
If the pelvis is tilted to the left, this indicates movement in what plane?
Sagittal
Transverse
Horizontal
Frontal
69
A new LMT does not feel confident. Her mentor only scheduled her specific appointments. Why?
Provide a safe and sanitary environment.
Maintain accurate client records.
Avoid false claims about massage benefit.
Practice techniques for which one is adequately trained.
70
Market strategy is have chair massage in shared reception area. This is what type of marketing?
Community marketing
Joint marketing
Internal marketing
External marketing
71
Client is practicing moves for dance competition. What describes skill gained from activity?
Balance
Stability
Coordination
Endurance
72
Temporary, sudden onset, and easily localized describe what type of pain?
Deep
Chronic
Superficial
Acute
73
What activity can LMT complete to support individual who is responsible for billing insurance?
Provide readmission testing.
Fill out claim forms.
Calling for premium confirmation.
Maintain accurate documentation
74
Which of the following is the most effective approach if pathology is not present?
Mind/body medicine
Prevention
Stress management
All of the above
75
LMT is experiencing stress, her clients experience might feel
being the same they have always been.
increasing in pressure with techniques applied more actively
decreasing in empathy and becoming more mechanical.
feeling more relaxed and focused.
76
Application of force that presses 2 tissues together nerve stimulation and connective tissue
shear force.
bending.
compression.
torsion.
77
The primary organs of respiration include which of the following?
Alveoli
Lungs
Pulmonary lobes
Bronchi
78
A reason for a massage therapist to follow the same basic pattern in her massages is that:
it is crucial to do each step in the exact same order.
it's a systematic approach so that all tissues are addressed
the four flow patterns cannot be altered in any way.
it ensures all clients will receive the same amount of time
79
Lmt makes suggestions the client has made clear she doesn't. This is an example of what?
confidentiality.
right of refusal.
transference.
countertransference.
80
When assessing standing posture, what is an indication of dysfunction?
Nose in line with the sternum and navel
Waist curves that are even on both sides
Observable left and right asymmetries
Arms hanging freely and at the same rotation
81
In correct anatomic position, the anterior superior iliac spine is
anterior to the pubic symphysis.
posterior to the pubic symphysis.
in the same vertical plane as the pubic symphysis
rotated 5 degrees to pubic symphysis in the vertical plane
82
The head, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum make up which part of the skeleton?
Appendicular
Collateral
Central
Axial
83
What is the clinical term for urination?
Ingestion
Micturition
Bowel movement
Peristalsis
84
A characteristic of friction is that it:
should be done with adequate lubricant.
should be done with acute injuries or fresh scars.
increases pain through counterirritation.
creates therapeutic inflammation.
85
LMT needs loan to open his own business. What does he need?
Decision-making grid
résumé
Business plan
Health insurance
86
A feeling of uneasiness, connected with an increase in sympathetic arousal responses, is:
fear.
depression.
delusion.
anxiety.
87
Reciprocity means that:
scope of practice changes from one location to the next.
LMT are exempt from taxes when they move to a new location.
massage therapists can use the barter system for services.
a location accepts the MT license from another location.
88
LMT is feeling overwelmed. He wants to talk with LMTs feeling the same. What is he seeking?
Mentoring
Counseling
Peer support
Supervision
89
LMT has skill working with chronic pain management. Which of the following settings would best?
A salon specializing in wraps and scrubs
Sports rehabilitation clinic
Dermatology practice
Cosmetology office
90
Client fell and bruised left posterior hip. According to kinetic chain postural influences,the:
right psoas muscle may be short.
plantar fascia on the left is inflamed.
dorsiflexors are hypermobile.
pectoralis major on the right is compensating.
91
Which of the following is not an element of kinesiology?
Coordination
Balance
Endurance
Ergonomics
92
Location does not have ramp access. What would help LMT figure out a solution?
People’s feelings
Logical outcomes
Brainstorming possibilities
Fact gathering
93
New LMT wants $35,000 a year. Why hasn't she found a job yet?
She does not have the necessary skills.
She lacks assertiveness.
Her salary goals for an entry level position are unrealistic
She does not have a clear career philosophy.

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