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1
What does the "I" stand for in the acronym PRICED?
Insurance
Incentive
Incorporated
Ice
2
Which of the following strokes does not break up adhesions?
effleurage
cross-fiber friction
petrissage
fiber friction
3
When a client moves their own arm to test shoulder joint range of motion, that is considered:
Active
Active Resistive
Resistive
Passive
4
Shearing force is defined as:
compression and tension in combination
two ends of a structure are pulled apart
sliding force resulting in friction between structures
two or more structures are pressed together
5
Bruising is considered:
an absolute contraindication
a general contraindication
an indication
a local contraindication
6
Pain that increases or decreases with body movement or stretching.
electrical
mechanical
thermal
visceral
7
How can a therapist not safely apply more pressure?
Move slower
Move farther away from the body region
Stack their joints
Use bonier tools
8
Which term means massage therapy is appropriate for a condition?
Total Contraindication
Relative Contraindication
Local Contraindication
Indication
9
Frequency is defined as:
rate of repetition of method
amount of stretch on tissue
length of time spent in a location
regularity of technique application
10
What structures are located in the posterior triangle of the neck?
carotid artery and jugular vein
brachial artery and brachial plexus nerves
trachea and thyroid cartilage
radial artery and nerve
11
When a therapist moves the client's arm to test shoulder joint range of motion, that is considered:
Active Resistive
Passive
Resistive
Active
12
Which of the following is not proper body mechanics?
Keeping the back straight
Standing on your tip toes to reach across the client's body
Stacking joints to support structures like ligaments and cartilage
Perpendicularity
13
A ______ site is defined as any part of the body where delicate organs are unprotected by other tissues.
obstructed
sensitive
caution
endangerment
14
Compressions:
create heat
are used to irritate the skin
push waste fluid out of the muscles
reduce pain by rubbing
15
If a therapist wants to stimulate a client with vibration, he should:
use centripetal strokes
use rough strokes
take advantage of the thixotropic effect
use irregular and short strokes
16
Medication used topically means:
through the skin
intramuscular
intravenous
underneath the tongue
17
The massage students were told that:
petrissage allows new blood in to the muscles
petrissage is an Asian art
petrissage is done prone only
petrissage uses no friction or glide
18
Tension force is defined as _________.
compression and tension combined
two or more structures are pressed together
two ends of a structure are pulled apart
any sliding force that results in friction between structures
19
Impetigo is considered to be a:
total contraindication
relative contraindication
local contraindication
acute contraindication
20
A client is in the _____ position when they are lying face up.
recumbent
lateral
prone
supine
21
A massage therapist uses lubricants because they:
Are required in the application of massage
Add fragrance and cosmetic enhancement to the skin's surface
Reduce drag on the skin during gliding-type strokes
Treat minor skin disorders
22
_________ site is defined as any part of the body where delicate organs are unprotected by other tissues.
endangerment
sensitive
caution
obstructed
23
Pain that increases or decreases with body movement or stretching.
non-mechanical
visceral
mechanical
electrical
24
Positive stress upon the body is referred to as:
distress
pro-stress
no stress
eustress
25
Chris is massaging the anterior thigh. His transitional strokes move in the inferior direction. Which way is he moving?
laterally
superiorly
centrifugal
centripetal
26
The thixotropic effect happens when:
the client is over their pain threshold
the client rebooks
the client's back is palpated
the client's muscles are melted
27
A potential, but unknown danger is referred as:
contraindication
energy work
caution
indication
28
A therapist might favor petrissage to help the client ____
push stagnant blood out of the muscles
with a lot of heat
keep her clothes on
relax and take a nap while irregularly applied
29
Troy was massaging a client with extremely hairy legs. What is the best way to deal with this situation?
using compressive and vibrating movements
gliding and kneading strokes are best
use less lotion
avoid massaging hairy legs at all cost
30
The purpose of a transition stroke is to:
break up adhesions
maintain contact between strokes
refill the lotion bottle
move from one leg to the other
31
How can you safely increase the depth of pressure during a massage session?
use faster movements
use an unsupported thumb
hyperextend your wrist
use forearm instead of palm
32
Negative stress upon the body is referred to as:
no stress
pro-stress
eustress
distress
33
During a prenatal session, the therapist will spend more time with the client on their left side because:
the client is more comfortable on their left side.
the body does not have to work as hard.
it is easier to work the whole body with the client on their left side.
this is the therapist's preferred side to work.
34
A potential, but unknown danger is referred to as:
energy work
contraindication
indication
caution
35
Kneading strokes are also referred to as:
Petrissage
Compression
Effleurage
Tapotement
36
Local contraindications are also known as:
general contraindications
cautions
regional contraindications
total contraindications
37
Medication used sublingually means:
through the skin
intravenous
underneath the tongue
intramuscular
38
Moving fluid toward the heart is known as:
centeredness
centripetal
centrifugal
contraindication
39
The key difference in PRICED and MEC is:
MEC uses no technique to limit fluid flow
PRICED is used for everyone
MEC is only used to treat baseball players
PRICED uses no technique to limit fluid flow
40
What is not a good position for a pregnant client?
lateral recumbent on right side
prone in a Body Support System
side lying
lateral recumbent on left side
41
Prevention of body odor, brushing your teeth, and hand-washing are all considered _______.
proper hygiene
hazards
common sense
sanitation
42
Strokes that are repeated over a long period of time tend to be ___________.
fast
stimulating
irregular
sedating
43
Made popular in professional baseball, what does MEC stand for?
M: Maturation E: Elevate C: Compression
M: Mobility E: Elevate C: Compression
M: Mobility E: Exercise C: Compression
M: Mobility E: Elevate C: Cold
44
Which of the following is a pain management technique within our scope of practice?
Dry Needling
Heat
Wet Cupping
Acupuncture
45
Regional (Local) Contraindication is abbreviated as ______.
TC
AC
LC
PC
46
Client received a steroid injection in knee to reduce inflammation/ pain. How long should you avoid massaging that area?
2-3 weeks
1-2 weeks
24 hours
72 hours
47
______ is defined as the weight tested under activity; during a massage.
standard weight
drop test weight
static weight
working weight
48
Carol recently had surgery and was referred to a massage therapist for scar tissue work. The therapist would use:
cross fiber friction
tapotement
petrissage
effleurage
49
Complete this common phrase. When in doubt, _____.
Massage away
Refer out
Cease massage
Talk it out
50
Which of the statements is true?
Petrissage increases scar tissue.
Tapotement uses oil instead of lotion.
Hyperstimulation analgesia reduces pain by rubbing.
Effleurage goes against the grain.
51
Which of the following is not a sign to stop a prenatal session?
Bleeding
Passing gas
Needing to go to the bathroom
Pain in the chest
52
After tapotement strokes are applied, a massage therapist might notice:
reduced scar tissue
fluid increase to the head
stinky feet
an increase of blood to the surface
53
Improper body mechanics can be caused by
being perpendicular
keeping a straight back
hanging the head forward
stacking joints
54
Which would a massage practitioner have to pay most attention to if a client has the potential to bruise?
Speed
Depth of pressure
Drag
Direction
55
Which of the following is not true?
Tapotement sedates nerves
Effleurage is ideal for scar tissue
Petrissage means "no glide"
Vibration can be used anywhere
56
The stroke that has no glide and does not need lotion is ____.
effleurage
stimulation
fiber friction
petrissage
57
The amount of stretch on a tissue is called:
pressure
direction
drag
speed
58
Impetigo is considered to be a/an:
Acute Contraindication
Local Contraindication
Relative Contraindication
Total Contraindication
59
Which of the following does vibration accomplish?
increase sympathetic system response
put a client to sleep
decreased blood pressure
increase fluid uptake
60
What is not a way to improve your personal appearance?
brush your teeth
bathe regularly
wearing light perfume
use deodorant
61
Henry noticed during the initial touch, his client seemed startled. What was the most likely reason for this reaction
Henry did not deploy a proper initial contact (first touch).
Being startled is a normal response at the beginning of a massage.
It was the client's very first massage.
The client was extra tense that day.
62
Which endangerment site is located on the posterior trunk, partially covered by the floating ribs?
axillary
posterior triangle of the neck
popliteal
kidneys
63
The lowest level of sanitation is _______.
hot, soapy water
thieves oil
sterilant
bleach solution
64
What does the "C" stand for in the acronym PRICED?
Cover
Cold
Clean
Compression
65
Duration is defined as:
speed of strokes
stroke technique used
length of time during a session
depth of strokes
66
Post-natal massage would be performed ______.
third trimester
first trimester
after birth of child
second trimester
67
She has gathered the following: table, linens, lubricant, and paperwork. What did she forget?
Carpet squares
Bolsters
Aromatherapy diffuser
Mat
68
If the client feels searing, shooting, electrical sensations, or numbness, you are probably on a _________.
Knot
Trigger point
Nerve
Tender point
69
What modality uses small needles placed in specific points to stimulate chemical and nervous signals in the body?
laser-puncture
acupuncture
acupressure
TENS
70
The most important factor to keep in mind when positioning and draping a client is:
All draping material is to be disposed of after the session
Use sheets instead of towels
Avoid moving the client because it disturbs the outcome
Only the area being massaged is undraped
71
______ is an interruption of blood flow to the brain potentially causing loss of body control and/or lack of sensation.
stroke
congestive heart failure
edema
varicose veins
72
Why would a table with a belly cutout not be recommended for a prenatal massage?
Table is too expensive
No support offered for abdominal ligaments and muscles
It is uncomfortable
It would look funny
73
Which term means "towards the feet"?
centrifugal
superior
caudal
centripetal
74
What does the "O" in SOAP stand for?
Opposition
Opportunity
Objective
Observation
75
______ is defined as the prevention of the spread of a contagious disease.
sanitation
hazard
safety
hygiene
76
The following is not a result of fiber friction.
goes with the grain
allows for deep palpation
lengthens tissue
has glide
77
______ is the most common medication intake method.
subdermal
topical
oral
intravenous
78
What is another term for the tapotement technique?
Effleurage
Kneading
Percussion
Vibration
79
Athletes foot is considered a/an ________.
general contraindication
local contraindication
energy work
indication
80
The type of tapotement that involves the use of a slightly curled hand and it is often used over the thorax is called:
hacking
slapping
beating
cupping
81
Hypotension is a condition of _______.
normal blood pressure
high blood pressure
low blood pressure
heart attack
82
Which is not a sympathetic stress response?
stomach digesting food
decreased intestinal motility
release of the Cortisol hormone
increased heart rate
83
Compressions are known to:
bring blood to the hands
have a thixotropic effect
be relaxing and sedating
move centrifugally
84
Which is not a component of fiber friction?
glide
tissue lengthening
no glide
breaks up adhesions
85
John started working with oncology patients. What is a possible concern while working with this population?
massage can reduce stress and improve their mental health
patients often find symptomatic relief from massage
fluid enhancing movements after chemotherapy can impact the medication
cancer patients should never receive massage
86
Duration is defined as:
length of time during a session
depth of strokes
stroke technique used
speed of strokes
87
During the introduction before a massage session, it is not necessary to confirm:
phone number
name of client
health history
length of service
88
After a compression forces waste fluid out:
fresh blood can move into that space
muscles spasm
muscles shrink
clients typically sneeze
89
During a prenatal massage, what is the best stroke to use?
Effleurage
Tapotement
Cupping
Deep abdominal petrissage
90
Which of the following strokes do not break up adhesions?
cross fiber friction
petrissage
effleurage
fiber friction
91
Joan is getting a massage from a new therapist. Once the therapist has begun the massage, the therapist should ask Joan:
"Can I give you more or less pressure?"
"Would you like me to adjust the table height?"
"Could you please take your undergarmets off?"
"Is this pressure okay?"
92
Which is not a consideration when working with someone receiving chemotherapy?
excretion of chemotherapy chemicals via the skin
absorption of pharmaceuticals through skin to skin contact
massage is contraindicated
wearing gloves
93
Providing comfort for terminal (end of life) disorders is referred to as ________.
Maintenance
Active treatment
Palliative care
Supplemental therapy
94
Superficial friction:
is used with deep pressure
warms the area applied to
goes against the grain
cools the area it is applied to
95
The repetition of tapotement strokes can have which of the following effects on a client:
numbing
increase pain
enhance fascial deposits
separate fibers
96
The difference between cross fiber friction and fiber friction is that the therapist works:
across the grain
centripetally
at the head of the table
thixotropically
97
Which of the following causes pain associated with intense temperatures of heat or cold?
Electrical
Chemical
Thermal
Mechanical
98
When working on a client with a compromised immunity; such as HIV, the therapist should:
Never work on a compromised immunity client
Massage the client without washing your hands.
Massage the client like any other client
Follow universal precaution guidelines
99
What is an appropriate verbiage for concluding the massage?
"I am done now. I will be outside when you're finished getting dressed."
"Take your time getting dressed and come out when you're ready."
"I'll be waiting for you outside the booth while you get dressed."
"That's concludes our time. Thank you for coming."
100
Where would you write the "homework" that you tell your client to perform between massage sessions?
Plan
Subjective
Objective
Assessment
101
The second stage in Hans Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome is:
Exhaustion
Alarm
Relaxation
Resistance
102
Which of the following is not an endangerment site:
popliteal
lateral brachium
posterior triangle of the neck
inguinal area
103
Which of the following is an example of a close-ended question?
What concerns do you have about this plan?
What are your massage related goals?
How do you feel about your progress?
Did you have surgery on your right arm?
104
The amount of pain an individual is able to endure.
pain threshold
pain tolerance
pain tendency
pain differentiation
105
Which trimester is the safest for a woman to receive a prenatal massage?
After birth
First Trimester
Second Trimester
Third Trimester
106
Local Contraindications are also known as:
General Contraindications
Cautions
Total Contraindications
Regional Contraindications
107
__________ is a state of chronic stress response in the body and mind due to inadequately releasing daily stress.
sympathetic dominance
parasympathetic dominance
muscle force
inhibitory response
108
Which is true about table height?
it differs between portable and stationary tables
one height fits all therapists
the height might differ based on pressure being used
one height fits all clients
109
Which quote was made famous by Hippocrates?
Laughter is the best medicine.
Above all else, do no harm.
When in doubt, refer out.
Clients come first.
110
Which age group is considered high risk for pregnancy?
20-29
36-40
30-35
15-19
111
Acute treatment refers to:
medication used for a short period of injury
prescriptive for dietary insufficiencies
to provide comfort in terminal life
prescribed for chronic conditions
112
Which condition would be an indication for massage?
Acute ACL tear
Dislocated shoulder joint
Chronic scar tissue
Cellulitis
113
If your client has chest congestion, a massage therapist would use:
tapotement
cold stones
essential oils
no oil
114
Which of the following is not a mechanical effect from massage?
increased muscle tone
stretching muscles
release of histamine to cause local inflammation
pushing old blood from tissues
115
During intake, a massage therapist should:
not be concerned with previous massages
ignore current medications
tell the client what they need regardless of client request
get informed consent
116
What should you avoid if a client is taking analgesic medication?
lymph drainage
strokes towards the heart
massaging of legs
deep pressure
117
What is contraindicated for a prenatal massage?
Stress
Lack of sleep
Back pain
Severe morning sickness
118
Adverse drug reactions are also known as:
antagonistic effects
side effects
pharmacology
additive effects
119
In what position should the client be for massage of the posterior thigh?
Prone
Lateral recumbent
Seated
Supine
120
Gliding strokes are also referred to as:
Effleurage
Tapotement
Petrissage
Compression
121
Massage therapist, John, has found a "knot" in his client's shoulder. John knows to use petrissage because:
it is sedating if used for short and irregular periods of time
it increases fluid uptake
it breaks up adhesions
it requires no glide
122
General Contraindications are also known as:
Regional Contraindication
Total Contraindication
Cautions
Local Contraindication
123
A client would choose effleurage when he wants to:
avoid lotion or oil
get pumped for the game
relax and calm
stretch sore muscles
124
A massage therapist's most important tools are:
their classes after graduation
their elbows and knees
their hands
their portable table
125
Which of the following would not be an appropriate "tool" a massage therapist would use during a session?
Elbow
Teeth
Knuckles
Forearms
126
Which of the following is not an endangerment site?
lateral brachium
posterior triangle of the neck
popliteal
inguinal area
127
An intake form should include all of the following except:
medications
favorite cookie
emergency contact
client name
128
Weak bones due to loss of mineral density is a definition for which term?
cancer
stroke
edema
osteoporosis