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TMB60 Quiz 2.3
Theory of Massage and Bodywork
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The most basic rule of providing therapeutic massage is: | Do no harm |
| Swollen glands indicate general ___________ and are a likely contraindication for massage. | infection |
| For which type of edema is massage indicated? | Edema associated with a sprained ankle |
| If your client has osteoporosis or is in a high-risk category for the disease: | Avoid deep pressure |
| If your client comes for massage and feels a little nauseous and has been running a slight fever, you should: | Not perform the massage |
| If a client's medication is needed for condition stability (e.g., insulin dependent diabetes), you should: | Schedule the session for after the client's scheduled dosage |
| If your client is taking a drug that weakens tissue integrity (e.g., corticosteroids), you should avoid: | Skin-rolling and wringing |
| If your client is taking medication that masks pain, you should: | Rely less on client feedback and more on palpation and observation |
| Why is knowledge of anatomy and physiology critical for a massage practitioner? | To know the location of endangerment sites, like major nerves, blood vessels glands, and visceral organs. |
| Which areas of the body contain clusters of lymph nodes that should be avoided? | Axilla and inguinal areas |
| If a client has athlete's foot, which is the best course of action? | Avoid touching the toes and the surrounding area altogether |
| The _______ of the neck is an endangerment site. | anterior triangle |
| Moderate pressure on the posterior cervical muscles of an elderly client: | May be safe to apply with care |
| Avoid heavy pressure over the thoracic cage, for those at risk for: | Osteoporosis |
| In which case would you perform only superficial massage of the neck, and only with a physician's clearance? | A client with severe atherosclerosis |
| If your client is taking medication that causes abnormal fatigue, a good approach would be to: | Shorten the massage session |
| A primary concern related to long-term use of corticosteroids (e.g., for allergies or chronic inflammation) is that it tends to: | Compromise tissue integrity |
| What structure does not run through the inguinal area? | Pectineal Lymph Nodes |
| Avoid pressure on the _____________ of the sternum. | xiphoid process |
| Which of the following areas is not an endangerment site? | Upper back |
| Deep effleurage on the extremities should be performed: | Distal to proximal |
| If your client feels searing, shooting electrical sensations when you massage an area, you are hitting a: | Nerve |
| Conditions or situations that make receiving a massage inadvisable because of the harm it might do are called: | Contraindications |
| For _______ contraindications, avoid massage in the immediate area. | local |
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