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Geriatric
Geriatric Massage
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| common physical effect of aging | less efficient immune system slower nerve conduction thinner drier skin |
| when do the first signs of aging typically appear | 30: crows feet, sun spots, winkles may start to appear, and gray hair, forehead and cheek volume loss, blood pressure may change, heart health may change |
| T/F Elders are more similar to each pother than any other age group. | False: they can be thought of as robust, age appropriate, or frail |
| the first time a massage frail client has a massage the session length should be | 15 to 20 minutes |
| limit the _______ to 15 to 20 minutes | prone |
| should we avoid informing clients the they have suspicious looking skin lesions? | no |
| can emotional stress cause physical pain | yes |
| when working with someone who has a terminal illness it is important to remember _________ and _________ of the illness | stage and symptoms |
| Is pain management one of the goals for palliative care massage? | yes |
| insomnia, digestion, constipation decline, are which type of experiences with terminally ill | physical effects |
| most massage books state what age is considered "elderly" | 40: loss of elastin, sagging skin, wrinkles deepen, metabolism changes, estrogen or testosterone declines, muscle mass declines |
| lack of regular physical contact with another person is called | touch deprivation |
| isolation, grief, fear of abandonment, fear of dying, fear of diseases is which type of experiences with terminally ill | emotional distress |
| isolation, fear of abandonment, friends dying, loss of job or home is which type of experience with terminally ill client | social distress |
| massage benefits terminally ill with physical effects | general sense of wellbeing, relaxation, fluid circulation, digestion, skin health, lymphatic/immune support, improve sleep5 |
| massage benefits terminally ill with social distress | alleviates isolation, gives them something to do in their day, gives them a change to have a conversation with someone other than medical providers |
| massage benefits terminally ill with emotional distress | social contact, anxiety reduction, reduce depression |
| 5 massage goals for age appropriate clients (think about what techniques you can use with each goal) | 1. Improve circulation 2. Improve CT pliability 3. Improve joint flexibility 4. Improve elimination 5. Improve posture |
| what are benefits of massage for the elderly population | skin health, social outlet, ADL - improving strength and flexibility, reduce anxiety, reduce stress, decreases touch deprivation |
| joint replacement surgery can make the surrounding tissues unstable yes/no | yes |
| a person's age relative to his or her health status | physiological age |
| external medical device | colostomy bag |
| internal medical device | pace maker |
| visual, hearing, speech, size, and mobility challenges | disability |
| unhealthy accumulation of fat tissue | obesity |
| ability to go from place to place independently | mobility |
| use ________ oils and lotion when giving massage to pregnant women | unscented |
| which type of elders show few outward signs of impaired health | robust |
| programs designed to provide high-quality palliative care to the dying are called | hospice |
| one of the most important skills for massage therapists when working with the dying is the ability to | listen |
| when giving massage to an obese client consider _______ your massage table | lowering |
| if a client has a colostomy or ileostomy recommend that he or she not eat for about two hours --------- the massage appointment | before |
| A test massage therapists can do to check for DVTs with special populations especially pregnant women and those with heart illnesses | Homan's test |
| the following techniques are helpful to assist with bowel movements | 1. abdominal massage (sun and moon) 2. hip mobilization 3. sustained deep pressure on the piriformis |
| Autonomy, Beneficence, Nonmaleficence, Justice, Dignity, and Truthfulness are: | Professional ethics when working with the dying |
| client's right to self determination | autonomy |
| refraining from causing unnecessary harm | nonmaleficence |
| clients right for confidentiality | dignity |
| acting in the best interest of the client | beneficence |
| fair and appropriate treatment at the end of life | justice |
| Informed consent | truthfulness and honesty |
| where would a client state that they wished to have massage during hospice or at the time of death | Advanced Directive |
| right to treatment, right to refuse treatment | informed consent |
| by increasing circulation, massage can help benefit with condition of bedridden clients | bedsores |
| touch is a form of ________ communication | nonverbal |
| a common emotion for terminally ill clients is | depression |
| care that helps reduce pain or suffering without providing a cure is called | palliative |
| massage techniques for the terminally ill are _____ and ______ | supportive and simple |
| hand and ____ massage is a useful approach for getting to know a new client in a nursing home setting | arm |
| Nurturing touch is beneficial to the | physical, emotional, and social state of the client |
| compassionate care at the end of life is offered by 1___ and 2 ___ | 1. hospice 2. death doula |
| how does a massage therapist maintain their own well being | self-care |
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