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Chapter 5: 10-31-10
Southeastern Institute - Chapter 5: Swedish Midterm
Question | Answer |
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A method of inquiry that attempts to prove or disprove hypotheses using a rational, logical method | Science |
A program that was established in 1992 by Dr. Tiffany Field at the University of Miami School of Medicine | The Touch Research Institute |
A physiological response caused by pressure, force or range of motion | Mechanical |
Examples of absolute contraindications | Pink eye, impetigo, ringworm |
A physiological response caused by stimulated nerves | Reflexive |
States that nerves compete for entrance into the spinal cord | Gate Theory |
The presence of a disease or physical condition that makes treating a particular client in the usual manner impoossible or undesirable | Contraindication |
Examples of caution indications | Osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus, hypertension |
Contraindication in which massage is inappropriate, is not advised and may be harmful to the client | Absolute |
Contraindications in which massage can be administered while avoiding the infected area or the area in question | Local |
Areas of the body that contain superficial, delicate structures that are relatively unprotected and are therefore prone to injury | Endangerment sites |
Examples of local contraindications | Decubitus ulcers(bedsores), thrombophlebitis (varicose veins) ganglion cysts |
Examples of endangerment sites | Femoral, cervical, abdomen |
Of all of the senses, this is the only one that involves the entire body | Touch |
What can effect us physiolgically, cognitively, psychologically and emotionally | Touching |