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Peronius Tertius Action a. Eversion foot & assist plantar flex ankle b. flex, abduct 1st toe c. Evert foot and dorsiflex ankle d. flex 4 lat toes at DIP joints and assists plantar flex ankle |
C |
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Causes pain at the knee, stiffness after immobility and discomfort walking down the stairs |
Patellofemoral Syndrome |
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Name the 4 short muscles of the thumb |
Flexor Pollicis Brevis Abductor Pollicis Brevis Adductor Pollicis Opponens Pollicis |
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The documentation obtained using APIE format. What does APIE stand for? |
Assessment Plan Implementation Evaluation |
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Joint mobilization is used to ______ _______, and should be done _________ and __________. Use caution if there is ________ |
Increase ROM, slowly, gently, pain |
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Ortho-Bionomy is best described as: a. The correct application of the laws of life b. the theory of subluxation correction c. The study of life to correct vertebral subluxation d. The therapeutic application of Osteopathy in life |
A |
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According to the Ayurvedic Philosophy & Polarity Therapy, what kind of energy controls the diaphragm? a. Apana b. Samana c. Yvana d. Udana |
D |
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Massage Therapist should not falsely accuse or attack a colleage. Found in what section of the standards of practice. a. confidentiality b. boundaries and roles c. professionalism d. business practices |
C |
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The hardest & most solid of all connective tissue |
Osseous Tissue |
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Founder of modern surgery of France wrote about the use of friction for joint stiffness & wound healing. Described as gentle, medium and vigorous. |
Ambrose Pare |
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An identified group of people about which information is gathered. |
Demographic |
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Localized bacterial infections of the skin. |
Boils |
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Damage to the brain tissue caused either by a blockage in blood flow or by an internal hemorrhage. |
Stroke |
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The biggest sign of ________ _________ is sores that never heal |
Skin Cancer |
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Many cells become cancerous with activation of? |
Oncogene |
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Postural stabilization muscles tend to be a. larger and deeper b. smaller and superficial c. larger and superficial d. smaller and deeper |
D |
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A contagious disease affecting the global population. |
Pandemic |
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The basis for intervention that is likely to have a positive outcome in a given condition |
Indication |
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Result of spasmodic constriction of bronchial smooth muscle tubes in combination with chronic local inflammation and excessive mucous production. Symptoms coughing, wheezing and difficulty with breathing, especially exhaling. |
Asthma |
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What muscle is an antagonist to Biceps Brachi and Supinator? |
Pronator Teres |
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Objective abnormalities that can be observed by someone other than the patient. |
Signs |
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What is the prefix that means open, exposed or unobstructed? What term is an abnormal persistance after birth of an open lumen in the ductus arterioles between the pulmonary artery and the aorta? |
Patent Patent Ductus Arterioles |
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Two types of Hypertension? ____% of high blood pressure is __________ What is an extremely dangerous condition in both types that is almost always fatal? |
Essential Secondary 95, Essential Malignant hypertension |
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What form of hemophilia is equally with men and women. Most commonly linked bleeding disorder in the world. |
Von Willebrand Disease |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation sp mean? |
Spasm |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation CFS mean? |
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome |
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Proper order of massage for a client with edema in bilateral ankles in MLD? |
Sternum, Clavicle, Hip, Leg, Ankle, Foot |
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What stroke is used to invigorate, calm or focus, soothing strokes? |
Energy Strokes |
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What type of hydrotherapy is friction to the body with a 70% solution? |
Alcohol Rub |
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What type of hydrotherapy is pelvic emersion? |
Sitz Bath |
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What heat produces a stimulating effect? |
Moderate Heat |
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Symptoms include head, neck and shoulder pain, ear pain, mouth pain, clicking or locking in the jaw and loss of range of motion in the jaw. |
TMJD |
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Painful menstrual periods |
Dysmenorrhea |
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Growth of Malignant tumors on the prostate gland |
Prostate Cancer |
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The word massage is derived from a. Latin massa b. Greek massein & masso c. Arabic mass or mass'h d. All of the above |
D |
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West indian massage uses diet, herbs, water therapy, massage, attitude training and behavior modification. Detoxification regimens & meditation to restore balance. |
Ayur veda |
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What Asian bodywork uses the theories of acupuncture and the meridian system and its changes of energy to affect healing thru the application of direct pressure with the therapist's fingers. |
Shiatsu |
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Acupuncture and Acupressure points are located? |
Along meridians |
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What season does earth belongs to? |
Indian summer |
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What season does water belong to? |
Winter |
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What season does fire belong to? |
Summer |
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What season does metal belong to? |
Fall |
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Wood represents which season? |
Spring |
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What are the 5 elements? |
Fire, Wood, Metal Earth, Water |
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Which vessel regulates the Yang meridians? |
Governing Vessel |
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Means finger pressure in Japanese; the application of direct, perpendicular pressure to assist Qi flow in the body, mind & spirit |
Shiatsu |
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What does Yang mean? |
The sunny side of the hill |
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How many extra meridians? What are they? |
2 Governing Vessel, Conception Vessel |
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Which vessel regulates the Yin channels? |
Conception Vessel |
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Dramatic increase in massage schools correlates to ? a. middle ages b. expansion massage in US c. Scandals in 1800's d. Influence of women in 1900's |
C |
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The body can tolerate a temperature range of: a. 20 degrees b. 30 degrees c. 40 degrees d. 50 degrees |
D |
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Pain is a. good for you b. a warning sign c. necessary to achieve results d. to be avoided |
B |
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What heat causes a fear or pain effect? |
Extreme heat |
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What type of hydrotherapy causes vasodilation - cold or heat? |
Heat |
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What type of hydrotherapy causes vasoconstriction effect - cold or heat? |
Cold |
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Mother of Reflexology a. Janet Travell b. Eunice D Ingham c. Dr. Tiffany Fields |
B |
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What type of hydrotherapy is a full body application of heat in a dry environment? |
Sauna |
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What type of hydrotherapy is silica gel packs heated to 150-160 degrees? |
Hydrocolator |
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What type of hydrotherapy is local application of heated wax to skin? |
Paraffin |
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What type of hydrotherapy is alternating hot and cold to feet? |
Contrast Foot Bath |
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What massage techniques are native to India? |
Ayur-veda |
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Which of the following is not an endangerment site? a. eyes b. back of knees c. gluteals d. arm pit |
C |
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If a client feels burning or numbness, you should? a. move to another place b. continue with their permission |
A |
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Healthy fascia is in what state? |
Thixotrophic |
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What is the definition of hydrotherapy? |
The use of water for health and healing practices |
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Pectoralis Major divided into three segments? |
Clavicle, Sternum, Costal Cartilages |
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Supports the body's ability to remove waste & absorb water a. Triple Heater b. Heart c. Large Intestine d. Bladder |
C |
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With client prone, which direction do you work? Supine, which direction do you work for MRT? |
down up |
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Most of the Yang meridians/channels begin in the ______ parts of the body & for the most part _______, while the yin channels mostly __________ |
upper, descend, ascend |
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Occipitofrontlis Action a. closes jaw, lateral jaw motion b. closes and retracts jaw c. Raises eyebrows and moves scalp d. flex neck and lateral flex to same side, rotate to opposite side |
C |
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Abductor Digiti Minimi Action a. Abduct 1st finger b. Abduct 5th finger c. Flex & Adduct wrist d. Flex distal 4 fingers |
B |
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Opponens Digiti Minimi - Action a. Extend 5th finger b. Abduct proximal 5th finger c. flex distal 4 fingers d. Opposition 5th finger |
D |
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Flexor Digiti Minimi - Action a. Opposition thumb b. Abduct proximal 5th finger c. Extend proximal 5th finger d. Flex proximal 5th finger |
D |
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Adductor Pollicis - Action a. Extend elbow b. Adduct 1st finger c. Abduct 1st finger d. Extend wrist |
B |
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Abductor Pollicis Brevis - Action a. Extend wrist b. Adduct thumb c. Supinate forearm d. Abduct Thumb |
D |
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Flexor Pollicis Longus - Action a. Flex distal 4 fingers b. Flex distal Thumb c. Flex proximal 5th finger d. Abduct proximal 5th finger |
B |
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What muscle? Action: Compress abdominal contents Origin: Lateral inguinal ligament, iliac crest, thoracolumbar fascia & internal surface of lower 6 ribs Insert: Abdominal aponeurosis to linea alba |
Transverse Abdominis |
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Which are the 3 yin meridians that begin in the feet and terminate in the chest? a. Stomach, Gall Bladder, Bladder b. Heart, Pericardiam, Lung c. Small Intestine, Large Intestine, Triple Warmer d. Liver, Spleen, Kidney |
D |
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Which of the following Japanese bodywork therapies uses pressure on the surface of the skin along energy channels called meridians to regain and maintain harmonic flow of energy throughout the body/mind/spirit? a. Shiatsu b. Java c. Qigong d. Acupuncture |
A |
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Episodes of vasospasm of the arterioles, usually in fingers and toes, occasionally nose, ears, & lips. Areas change color white, blue red. |
Raynaud's Syndrome |
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What is the suffix meaning origin? What term is the formation of sperm? |
-genesis spermatogenesis |
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Flexor Hallucis Longus - Origin a. Lateral condyle femur b. Lateral condyle tibia & proximal 2/3 of anterior shaft of tibia c. Ischial tuberosity & ramus of ischium d. Posterior fibula |
D |
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A physiological response to pressure as nerve are stimulated, activating a reflex arc. |
Reflexive Response |
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Starts on the chest in front of the shoulder and finishes in the thumb? a. Stomach b. Lung c. Gall Bladder d. Liver |
B |
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What is the SOAP abbreviation TOS mean? |
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation HCA mean? |
Health Care Assistant |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation qd mean? |
every day |
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What does the SOAP abbreviations I, I-A, I-S, I-C stand for? |
Inflammation, Inflammation-Acute, Inflammation-Subacute, Inflammation-Chronic |
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The force applied to an area that is designed to match exactly (isometric contraction) or partly (isotonic contraction) the effort or force produced by muscles of area is called: a. counterirritation b. isometric extension c. counterpressure d. isotonic extension |
C |
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A localized area of ischemic necrosis produced by the occlusion of the blood vessels - either arterial supply or venous drainage. |
Infarct |
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Transformation a. Metal b. Earth c. Water d. Fire e. Wood |
B |
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According to Polarity Therapy and Ayurvedic Philosophy, which energy form controls the heart and lungs? a. Yvana b. Samana c. Apana d. Udana |
A |
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Affected joints are stiff, painful and occasionally palpably inflamed |
Osteoarthritis |
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Diaphragm - Origin a. Between adjacent ribs b. Costal Cartilage Ribs 9-12 c. 1st 3 lumbar vertebrae, lower 6 costal cartilages, xiphoid process of sternum d. central tendon of diaphragm |
C |
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Nasalis - Action a. maintains cheeks near teeth b. wrinkles nose c. closes jaw and assists protraction d. dilator widens nasal opening and compress nasal cartilages |
D |
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The most important physiological effect of hydrotherapy is? a. thermal b. mechanical c. chemical d. increased circulation |
A |
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Condition involving a weak or impaired esophageal sphincter and the chronic splashing of acidic stomach secretions into the unprotected esophagus. |
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder |
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Rhomboid Minor - Origin a. Coracoid process scapula b. SP C7 to T1 c. Middle 1/3 of medial surface of humeral shaft d. bicipital groove humerus |
B |
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Energy points in Japanese massage system where pressure is applied |
Tsubos |
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In China, the geographical centers of gravity and the energetic centers of the body. |
Dantien |
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Pericardium a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
D |
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Kidney a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
C |
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Small Intestine a. yin b. yang |
B |
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Summer a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
D |
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Starts under armpit, finishes in little finger a. pericardium b. heart c. spleen d. gall bladder |
B |
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Receives & excretes urine a. gall bladder b. bladder c. heart d. lung |
B |
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Stores & secretes bile, a fluid that aids in transforming food into energy. controls judgment a. heart b. lung c. gall bladder d. triple warmer |
C |
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Winter a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
C |
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Pericardium a. yin b yang |
A |
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Season Change a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
B |
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yellow a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
B |
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Salty a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
C |
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Regulates the body's blood & blood vessels. controls the tongue a. pericardium b. kidney c. heart d. bladder |
C |
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The eyeball has 3 layers 1. ________ composed of ______ & _________ 2. middle contains _____ that attach to the _____ and alter its shape as we focus the image 3. ________ layer contains the ________ |
outer, cornea, sclera muscles, lens inner, retina |
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Psoriasis suppresses immune system what caution a. no general but local b. only deep pressure on site c. inflamed not massaged, no concerns d. general cautions systemic & local infections |
A |
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Which of the following massage therapists engaging in wise sanitation practice? a. cleans moving substance away from body, dirtiest area first b. all linens 2" off floor, washes with antiviral in hot water 120 degrees c. 5% bleach & room temp above 75 degrees d. never shakes linens, cleanest to dirty |
D |
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What is the suffix that means puncture? What is the term for puncture of the pleural cavity? |
-centesis thoracentesis |
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A network of intersecting nerves in the PNS |
Plexus |
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Possible deficiencies or excess: retention of urine, enuresis, manic/depressive disorders, malaria, pain in eyes, nasal obstruction, rhinorrhea, headache; pain in nape, back, low back, buttocks and posterior aspect low limbs a. small intestine b. bladder c. triple warmer d. kidney |
B |
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Circulation in the muscle is most affected by |
Deep kneading |
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Abductor Pollicis longus Insertion |
Base of 1st metacarpal |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation pr stand for? |
rectally |
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Oxygen is transported by red blood cells as? CO2 is transported in plasma as? |
Oxyhemoglobin Bicarbonate ion |
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Stretching should be done ________. Asking for ________ |
slowly feedback
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A client history should be done _____ the first treatment |
Before |
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The client should be encouraged to drink extra ______ and avoid use of ________ & _______ for the next ____ to _____ hours |
water, drugs, alcohol, 24, 48 |
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Client may be _____ after a deep tissue massage |
sore |
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If you are on a trigger point for longer than 30 seconds & there is still pain, you should: a. release your pressure b. push harder c. move slightly and try again |
C |
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Long term effects of active trigger points may be of even greater concern that the pain caused by latent ones True or False |
False |
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Trigger points can last as long as life & can even survive in muscle tissue after death, detectable until rigomortis sets in True or False |
True |
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The referred sensation is not recognized |
Latent Trigger Point |
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The referred sensation is recognized |
Active Trigger Point |
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Which bone does the greater tubercle, capitulum, trochlea, bicipital tuberosity, deltoid tuberosity belong to? |
Humerus |
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Which bone is the lateral forearm bone? |
Radius |
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Which bone has the following bony landmarks: acromion process, glenoid fossa, supraglenoid tubercle, coracoid process, infraspinatus fossa and is considered the shoulder blade? |
Scapula |
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What bone contains the following bony landmarks: ulnar tuberosity & olecranon process |
Ulna |
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What bone contains the Greater Trochanter |
Femur |
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What bone is a sesamoid bone |
Patella |
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What bone contains the ASIS |
Ilium |
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What bone contains the foramen magnum, superior nuchal lines, external occipital protuberance & occipital condyles |
Occipital |
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What bone contains condylar ridge and coronoid process? |
Mandible |
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What is considered the swimmer's muscle; action of shoulder extension |
Latissimus Dorsi |
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Coat hanger's muscle |
Trapezius |
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Tailor's muscle |
Sartorius |
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Invented by Chinese (applying pressure with needles) there are 2000 known _______ points in the body a. acupressure b. Jin Shin Jyutsu c. Tai Chi d. Acupuncture |
D |
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Junction between two neurons |
Synapse |
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Division of the autonomic nervous system that is involved with the relaxation response; also known as craniosacral outlow |
Parasympathetic Nervous System |
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Father of massage therapy in the US a. Cornelius E DePuy MD b. Per Henrik Ling c. Dr. Max Luscher d. Janet Travell |
A |
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Idiopathic disease that involves the destruction of myelin sheaths around both motor and sensory neurons in the CNS |
Multiple Sclerosis |
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Which of the following is not a benefit of fats in the body? a. fats are needed for energy, healthy skin & brain function b. fats increase flavor of food c. essential fatty acids are needed for blood pressure & clotting d. fats keep bacteria away from our teeth |
D |
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Adductor Magnus Insertion |
Linea aspera, adductor tubercle of femur |
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Adductor Brevis Insertion |
Medial lip of linea aspera, pectineal line |
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Where gall bladder meridian begins |
Outer Canthus |
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Common stance for petrissage a. archer b. cat c. bull d. horse |
D |
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Kidney Meridian used for (9) EEFIIRSSS |
Epilepsy, Edema, Fainting, Impotence, Irregular menstruation, Release pent up emotions, Sterility, Shock, Sensitivity to cold |
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What is the most anterior pelvic bone |
Pubis |
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Active 11 pm - 1am a. heart b. gall bladder c. pericardium d. spleen |
B |
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Which approach is associated with Jack Painter? a. osteopathy b. chiropractic c. physical therapy d. postural integration |
D |
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Liver a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
E |
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Reflexology a. W.G. Sutherland b. Dr. William Fitzgerald c. Raymond Nirmno d. Jack Meager |
B |
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Who wrote the first major book on proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation |
Margaret Knott and Dorothy Voss |
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What does the suffix -cele mean? |
hernia, herniation, pouching |
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What does the suffix -lysis mean? |
Destruction of, decomposition |
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Which stroke works best to flush toxins out of the muscle? a. effleurage b. petrissage c. vibration d. pincement |
A |
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What does the prefix myel(o) mean? |
Spinal cord bone marrow |
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What does the suffix -phasia mean? |
Speaking |
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According to the small business administration, how many businesses survive past 6 years a. 5 out of 6 b. 3 out of 6 c. 2 out of 6 d. 1 out of 6 |
C |
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What is the source of digitalis? a. animal b. plant c. mineral d. synthetic |
B |
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What is the duration for both pre-event and post-event massage? a. 15-30 min b. 30-60 min c. 2 hours d. 10-15 mins |
D |
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Which method of PNF uses the agonist (prime mover) muscle a. reciprocal inhibition b. tense-relax c. strain-counterstrain d. positional release |
B |
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According to the population reports published by Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, what is the ratio of women in the world who have been beaten, coerced into sex or otherwise abused in their lifetime a. 1 in 3 b. 3 in 10 c. 5 in 10 d. 7 in 10 |
A |
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What does the prefix stomat(o)mean? |
mouth |
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What does the suffix -tomy or -otomy mean? |
Cut into, incision |
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Chronic pain syndrome involving sleep disorders & the development of a predictable pattern of tender points in muscles & other soft tissue |
Fibromyalgia |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation ADLs mean |
Activities of Daily Living |
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What text 1st mentions chinese medicine & acupuncture/acupressure? |
Nei Jing |
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Ancient Greece attributed sickness to imbalanaces in ? |
the Four Humours |
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When did medical school begin to offer massage instruction due to Pare's influence |
by the 1600's |
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What was the original name for AMTA and when was it formed? |
American Association of Masseurs and Masseuses 1943 |
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Besides increasing ROM & increasing flexibility, what is the 3rd benefit of stretching? a. developing muscle strength b. preventing musculotendinosis injury c. increasing bulk d. decreasing atrophy |
B |
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What is a rough raised area on a bone called? a. tuberosity b. tubercle c. condyle d. styloid |
A |
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What is the portion of the vertebrae that is between (or connects) the TVP to the SP called? a. cartilage b. vertebral body c. lamina d. lambdoid |
C |
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What does the suffix -iatry mean? |
Healing |
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What does the word cuticle mean? |
Little skin |
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What does the word follicle mean? |
Sac, small |
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What does the word Granulosum mean? |
Small grain |
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Name 2 ways massage benefits patients with chronic fatigue syndrome |
Relaxation Circulation |
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Gel-like fluid within the cell membrane |
Cytoplasm |
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Location: Base of spine a. sacral b. solar plexus c. root d. crown |
C |
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What stroke is pushing down on underlying structures |
Compression |
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Bone destroying cells |
Osteoclasts |
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Joint movements are limited to rotation |
Pivot |
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What is the prefix for joint, articulation? What term means calculous deposit within a joint |
Arther(o) Artherolith |
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Who developed lymph drainage in the 1920's |
Emil Vodder Estrid Vodder |
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Who formalized the concept of chair massage in the 1990's |
David Palmer |
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Veins have _____ diameters than arteries Less _____ ______ components and _____ walls veins have _____ ______ in their lining that function as valves & allow blood to flow in one direction only. At any given time____ % blood is in the venous system |
smaller elastic muscle thinner internal folds 75 |
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The major difference between body mechanics for nurses and Massage therapists? a. compressive force MT downward as opposed to lifting b. Joint stability without flexibility for MT c. Abrupt movement with nurses d. MT more dynamic and unrestrained |
A |
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Term for amount of pressure exerted against body surface to apply pressure to deeper body structure a. application b. drag c. core stability d. compressive force |
D |
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Petrissage a. grasp & rock back b. Grasp & move forward c. Knead & pull moving backward d. all of the above |
D |
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An area of skin that a specific sensory nerve root serves |
Dermatome |
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An instantaneous involuntary response to a stimulus |
Reflex |
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Thymus a. third eye b. base/root c. sacral d. heart |
D |
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What is bundles of muscle fibers |
Fasciculli |
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Massage for a client with a sprain a is appropriate & valuable all the way thru the healing process b. has no appreciable impact on the healing process c. is most appropriate & valuable after all signs of inflammation have passed d. is most appropriate & valuable after the acute state of inflammation has subsided |
D |
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Brachioradialis Action a. flex elbow and supinate forearm b. flex elbow neutral position c. pronate forearm d. supinate forearm |
B |
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Small, usually painless bumps that ususally appear on the hand, wrist or ankle |
Ganglion Cysts |
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The trigger for many candida infestations is: a. the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs b. the use of antibiotics c. chronic alcoholism d. malnutrition |
B |
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Spinalis Insertion a. SP all vertebrae, inserting 2-4 above origin b. Cervical & Thoracic TVP , occipital c. Cervical & Thoracic SP, occipital d. Posterior ribs, cervical TVP |
B |
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Which is a type of connective tissue massage that uses paths of dermatomes a. hellerwork b. rolfing c. polarity d. reiki |
A |
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According to polarity therapy & ayurvedic philosophy which energy controls the heart & lungs? a. vyana b. samana c. apana d. udana |
A |
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Thin layer of grey matter covering the surface of the Cerebrum? Has folds called? Folds separated by creases called? |
Cerebral Cortex Gyri Sulci |
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Joint Kinesthetic receptors are located primarly in the _____ |
Ligaments |
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Pungent a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
A |
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What type of glove material is recommended for use with oil-based massage lubricants? a. latex b. vinyl c. silicone d. goretex |
B |
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The causative agent in a lesion |
Etiology |
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Eastern Chakra, chakra concerns reflexion of the total or essential self a. 4th heart b. 5th throat c. 6th brow d. 7th crown |
C |
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What bony landmark is on the medial side of the calcaneus, 1" distal to the medial malleolous, shaped like a plank & supports the talus? |
Sustenaculum Tali |
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What bony landmark is located on the lateral side of the calcaneus, 1" distal to the lateral malleolus, a small prominence that protrudes? to stabilize what? |
peroneal trochlea peroneal muscles |
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What is a reflexive impulse that causes the affected muscle or adjacent muscle to fire spontaneously? a. jump sign b. referred pain phenomena c. reflexive response d. local twitch response |
D |
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The painless enlargement of thyroid is called? |
Goiter |
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Starts beside nipple, finishes in middle finger a. bladder b. pericardium c. heart d. lung |
B |
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Which muscle? Action: Flex 2nd-5th fingers, assist flex wrist Origin: Anterior & medial surfaces of proximal 3/4 of ulna Insert: By 4 tendons into bases of distal phalanges, palmar surface of 2nd to 5th fingers |
Flexor Digitorum Profundus |
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Gastrointestinal inflammation attributable to viral or bacteria, fungus, food intolerance or other |
Gastroenteritis |
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What forms ribosomes |
Nuceolus |
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A nonmembraneous structure near the nucleus, two rod-shaped centrioles? Functions? |
Centrosome Divides two parts during mitosis moves opposite poles of dividing cell |
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Founded Bioenergetics |
Alexander Lowen |
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Which greek physician wrote valuable descriptions of the Greek traditions? |
Galen |
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Longissimus Insertion a. cervical & thoracic TVP, mastoid b. posterior ribs, cervical TVP c. cervical & thoracic TVP, occipital d. cervical & thoracic SP, occipital |
A |
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Small Intestine used for (6) AADEPS |
Arm Pain, Arthritis, Deafness, Puffy Cheeks, Sore Throat, Emotional excitement |
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What does the suffix -penia mean? |
lack, deficiency |
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What bony landmark is located proximal to the medial epicondyle of femur, between belly of vastus medialis & hamstring tendons? What attaches? |
Adductor Tubercle Adductor Magnus Tendon |
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Spinalis Insertion |
SP C2-T8 Between superior and inferior nuchal lines |
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White blood cells serum proteins of immunoglobulin class that are secreted by plasma cells |
Antibodies |
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Largest outward rotator of the hip |
Piriformis |
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Which cylindrical, superficial muscle is located on the anterior thigh and is the only quadricep that crosses two joints, the hip and the knee? |
Rectus femoris |
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Which muscle? Action: Flex thumb, assist opposition thumb Origin: Superficial: Flexor Retinaculum Deep: Trapezium, Trapezoid & Capitate Insert: Base of proximal phalange thumb |
Flexor Pollicis Brevis |
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Pathways of white matter on outer portion of spinal cord |
Tracts |
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What hydrotherapy is feet and ankles 100-110 degrees? |
Hot foot bath |
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Who is the first to use the term trigger point in print |
Janet Travell |
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Possible deficiencies or excess is: Abdominal distention, edema, epigastric pain, vomiting, hunger, deviation of mouth, congested/sore throat, pain in chest, abdomen & low limbs, fever & mania a. gall bladder b. bladder c. stomach d. kidney |
C |
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A small circumscribed, solid elevated lesion of the skin |
Papules |
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General term for inflammation & infection of the lungs brought about by bacteria, virus, or other pathogens. Symptoms: cough, high fever, pain on breathing & shortness of breath, cyanosis of skin & nails |
Pneumonia |
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Central region of resting sarcomere |
H-Band |
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Muscle cells are wrapped in successive layers of a. fascial sheaths b. other muscle cells c. epithelium d. serous membrane |
A |
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What does the prefix syn-, sym- mean? |
Together, with, joined |
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What does the prefix recto- mean? |
Straight |
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What does the prefix meso- mean? |
middle |
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Client places hand over 3rd chakra a. concerned about survival b. increase in essential self c. transcended lower chakra d. reinforcing power and control |
D |
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Who wrote about the use of massage in sports in 1916. Called scientific massage for athletes. |
H Joseph Fay |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation HT mean? |
Hypertonicity |
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Name the 4 lobes of the brain? |
Parietal Frontal Occipital Insula |
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Storage a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
C |
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Birth a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
E |
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Which muscle? Action: Flex hip, laterally rotate hip, ABDuct hip, flex knee, medially rotate flexed knee Origin: ASIS Insert: Proximal medial shaft of the tibia at Pes Anserinus Tendon |
Sartorius |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation SCS mean? |
Strain-Counterstrain |
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In CPR you must think F.A.S.T., what does it stand for? |
Face Arm Speech Time |
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Extends & rotates cervical spine a. rectus capitis posterior major b. splenius capitis c. rectus capitis posterior minor d. levator scapula |
B |
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Yellow a. throat b. 3rd eye c. solar plexus d. root |
C |
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In what year was chair massage introduced into mainstream america? |
1984 |
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Name 3 stones used in hot stone massage? |
Basalt/Igneous Metamorphic Sedimentary |
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Knows using good body mechanics when a. 75 to 90 degree angle down arm & sees his hand b. keeps deltoid & shoulder firm c. apply pressure on downhill slope d. can lift front leg off floor |
D |
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Request firm, even pressure on lower back. Best accomplished by using a. forearm b. point of elbow c. thumb d. fingertips/knuckles |
A |
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Condition involving a weak or impaired esophageal sphincter & chronic splashing of acidic stomach secretions into unprotected esophagus? |
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder |
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To protect MT, compressive force a. twisting at shoulder & pelvic girdle b. narrow stance c. shift balance point between forearm and client's body d. as much muscle strength as possible |
C |
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MT injured thumb - recommend? a. continue using thumb but stabilized b. stop using hand as unit c. apply force with ulnar side of forearm d. decrease forearm use |
C |
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MT complains of neck & shoulder pains. Result of a. using upper body for pressure/strength b. levering & leaning with body weight c. looseness in arms and hands d. knees flexed |
A |
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Which is necessary for MT back stability a. pushing with upper body b. weight on back leg/heel c. flexibility of torso muscles d. elbow & wrist joints loose |
B |
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MT shifts center of gravity forward, what concept? a. straight back stability b. stacking joints c. perpendicularity d. weight transfer |
D |
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Paula forklift operator. Eileen library assistant. Cyndi is a dancer. Natasha is a massage therapist. Unlike Natasha the rest involves? a. dynamic movement b. downward & forward pressure to deliver compressive force c. lifting d. exerting upward force |
B |
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Hepatitis is a. liver inflammation by virus b. blood inflammation by bacteria c. not contagious d. not contraindication |
A |
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Viruses are characterized as a. killed by antibiotics b. live in body without causing symptoms c. unable to live in mucous membrane d. infect only unhealthy people |
B |
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To clean spills of body fluids? a. 10% bleach b. hot water c. diluted hydrogen peroxide d. soap |
A |
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A characteristic of standard precautions a. unnecessary for unlicensed MT b. little application to massage c. recommend gloves for all massage d. prevent spread of infections |
D |
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MT diligant about safety and sanitation. In a hurry most likely to: a. wash bleach/hot water b. picking up dispenser off floor & using c. protective gloves d. smoke detector monthly |
B |
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HIV virus for 8 years & no signs progression to AIDS. Client has hepatitis C being treated. Third client intestinal parasites. Fourth client asymptomatic tuberculosis. Most concern a. HIV b. Hepatitis C c. Intestinal parasites d. Tuberculosis |
D |
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An indication means that a. approach is contraindicated b. cautions exist c. massage should be avoided d. an approach would be beneficial |
D |
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A movement that increases joint angle a. adduction b. extension c. abduction d. flexion |
B |
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Client returning for 3rd session. Slept soundly & moved less in sleep. Where charted? a. subjective b. Objective c. Analysis D. Plan |
A |
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Qualified goal for MT a. Abdominal contraindicated for 4 weeks till surgical healing complete b. client able to participate in cheerleading c. ROM increase 20 degree dorsiflexion d. head rotate left 15 degree when compared to right |
B |
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If massage is targeted to enhance digestive transport, which would strokes encourage a. peristalsis b. hypogastric fluid c. venous fluid movement d. pancreatic function |
A |
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While massaging abdomen, MT feels a pulse what structure? a. cauda equina b. aorta c. axillary artery d. superior vena cava |
B |
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The treatment order from doctor reads "avoid the great saphenous vein" what area is contraindicated a. shoulder b. hip c. abdomen d. leg |
D |
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By breaking down the word elements, identify location of latissimus dorsi a. anterior thorax b. posterior thigh c. posterior thorax d. distal forearm |
C |
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Which is accurate description of muscle a. deltoid muscle is long b. pectineus anterior thorax superior to diaphragm c. gracilis slender muscle of thigh d. frontalis at back of head |
C |
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MT also avid gardener. Concern & solution? a. microorganisms in soil, wear gloves and avoid immune suppressed clients b. dirt under nails, gloves and manicure c. dirt under nail, gloves and nail polished d. dirt under nails, glove & nail brush during hand washing |
D |
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A major benefit for mid scapular aching was achieved working on muscles just under clavicles & ribs which describes? a. dorsal thorax distal to clavicle b. anterior thoracic curve c. lateral anterior thorax superior to clavicles d. anterior thorax distal clavicle |
D |
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The muscles that oppose prime movers are a. agonists b. secondary movers c. antagonists d. gliding muscles |
C |
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The body systems that most benefit from addressing the fluid movement method are: a. urinary/skeletal b. lymphatic/reproduction c. cardiovascular/lymphatic d. immune and urinary |
C |
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Janet uses SOAP notes to a. keep track of symptoms experienced from patients point of view including activities that are affected & what activities used in treatment b. data of practioner's point of view c. scrutinze data for action plan d. all of the above |
D |
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Cecil's client complains of pain in the lumbar region of the spine, which is located a. between hip and tailbone b. upper back c. low back between ribs and hip bone d. base of spine |
C |
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Ellen is taking an MRI to produce an image along the sagittal plane this means that the image will be taken along the plane that: a. runs horizontally thru body/upper & lower b. anterior/posterior c. right/left d. towards the midline |
C |
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Which of the following word part is used to indicate blood? a. hemi b. hern c. hemo d. hepat |
C |
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To indicate "separation" or "away from" the best word element to use would be a. dia b. dys c. dis d. de |
C |
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To indicate "under" the best word part to use would be a. hypo b. para c. epi d. ex |
A |
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The word parts hemi, epi and ante are examples of a suffixes b. prefixes c. roots d. acromyns |
B |
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What gland produces Estrogen and Progesterone |
Ovaries |
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Suggeted sanitation include a. gloves & mask b. sterilization procedures c. anti-bacterial/anti-viral cleaning d. protective apparel |
C |
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The brain wave state that represents a person who is awake but relaxed |
Alpha |
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Clear fluid circulating around the brain and spinal cord |
cerebrospinal fluid |
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Rectus Capitis Posterior Major Origin |
SP C2 |
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Who published the 1st edition of textbook of orthopedic medicine. |
Cyriax |
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What bony landmark is located distal to the posterior surface of the greater trochanter? What attaches? |
Gluteal tuberosity Gluteus maximus |
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A pattern of disease incidence that is limited to a particular population or area |
Endemic
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Skin a. metal b. earth c. water d. wood |
A |
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Masseter - Action a. closes jaw, assists protraction, lateral jaw motion same side b. closes jaw and assists protraction, lateral jaw motion to opp side c. lip closure d. flex neck, laterally flex same side, rotate opposite side |
A |
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A type of anemia that occurs because body missing something vital in diet.
3 types? |
Nutrional Anemia iron deficiency folic acid deficiency B12 deficiency |
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Located between transverse process of 4th & 5th lumbar vertebrae & posterior iliac crest. Stabilize L4 & L5 |
Iliolumbar ligament |
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Detects light pressure, adapts slowly and is located in the dermis |
Meissner Corpuscles |
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Brachioradialis Origin a. lateral supracondylar ridge & epicondyle of humerus b. lateral epicondyle humerus c. lateral supracondylar ridge humerus d. medial epicondyle humerus |
C |
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What means blood flows to? |
Derivation |
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The art of scraping the surface of the skin |
Gua Sha |
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Not true regarding sole proprietor a. files schedule C b. simplest business for tax purposes c. self employment tax d. draw salary for federal income reasons |
D |
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Client asks MT out to dinner. MT agrees & 2 weeks later dating - what resulted a. sexual harassment b. SOP violation c. breach of confidentiality d. lack of respect client |
B |
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Where is the center of the body for centering techniques? a. head b. heart c. pelvic d. neck |
C |
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Ability to focus mind by screening out sensation a. desensitizing b. centering c. controlling d. metacognition |
B |
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Subscapularis Action a. Lateral rotation humerus b. extend, medial rotate & adduct humerus c. medial rotate humerus d. elevate & downward rotate scapula |
C |
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What bone contains the linea aspera |
Femur |
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Received more attention in the 1970s a. Swedish b. acupressure c. exercise & physical fitness d. hydrotherapy |
B |
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Nourishing a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
B |
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Extensive training in mental health a. 7th chakra b. 6th chakra c. 5th chakra d. 4th chakra |
B |
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Presence of an increased amount of blood in a part of an organ |
hyperemia |
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What is a lack of spontaneous breathing |
Apnea |
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Father of myofascial release a. Dr. Stanley Lief b. Dr. Max Luscher c. Dr. Emil Voder d. Dr. Robert Ward |
D |
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Outer region of the kidney called the urine manufacturing facility |
Renal Cortex |
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Stretching can lead to injury a. static b. ballistic c. passive d. PNF |
B |
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Who described Hawaiian Lomi Lomi |
Douglas Graham |
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Contains the brain, spinal cord, cerebrospinal fluid and meniges |
Central Nervous System |
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The sagittal suture joins these bones |
Parietal |
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Elbow work is best with a ____ table, elbow at _____ degrees flexion, move _____ and minimum ______ |
low, 90, slowly, lubricant |
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A MT just completed a massage that involved joint movement at diarthroidal joints. in chart a. plantar flexion sacrum b. rotation of elbow c. abduction of adductors d. rotation shoulder |
D |
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Pectoralis Minor - Insert a. lateral supracondylar ridge & lateral epicondyle b. coracoid process scapula medial border scapula c. vertebral border scapula root of spine to inferior angle |
B |
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Who ran the Battle Creek Sanitarium in Battle Creek Michigan as a healing resort & published a book called "The Art of Massage" in 1895 |
John Harvey Kellogg |
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Who first brought the swedish movement cure to the US |
Charles Taylor George Taylor |
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Lateral Deltoid - origin a deltoid tuberosity humerus b. spine scapula c. infraspinous fossa d. lateral acromion |
D |
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Who categorized Ling's work using french terms |
Johan Mezger |
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A therapists body mechanics are extremely important in preventing injury, fatigue and strain. Which of the following demonstrates good body mechanics? a. keep knees bent & back straight b. keep feet and knees close together & bend at waist c. arms should stay close to the body while shoulders and wrists are extended d. balance on both feet and lean over, using torso for balance |
A |
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To remove adhesions from a joint capsule, you should a. tell the client to drink lots of water b. use a plunging stroke c. use MFR d. refer this is out of your scope |
B |
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What form of massage was brought from China via Korea to Japan |
Amma |
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What wellness massage was documented in the 1800's by explorers with natives of sandwich island |
Hawaiian Lomi Lomi |
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Collagen scar tissue can be treated with a. MFR b. swedish c. plunging d. cross fiber friction |
D |
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What could tapotement of the thoracic area do in the case of a client with pneumonia? a. increase expectoration b. promote an asthma attack c. spread the infection d. cause the intercostals to spasm |
A |
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The shaking technique is a variation of which technique a. Percussion b. petrissage c. tapotement d. vibration |
D |
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You can only identify overstretched or shortened muscles via passive and assisted ROM tests.
True or False |
False |
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When working muscles you want to work: a. surface only b. deeply c. superficial to deep d. whatever needs working |
C |
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The technique of kneading is performed by: a. tapping the fingertips on the surface of the skin b. sliding hands rapidly over the skin c. lifting, grasping, rolling and compression muscles d. pressure over the muscle tissue lightly but firmly |
C |
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Temporalis Origin a. mandible b. lateral surface temporal bone c. mucous membrane muscles inserting into lip d. maxilla, mandible |
B |
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Buccinator Origin a. Maxilla, mandible b. mandible c. pterygoid plate d. Zygomatic arch |
A |
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Scalenes origin a. orbital margin b. TVP Cervical vertebrae anterior C3-C6, medius C2-C7, posterior C4-C6 c. manubrium of sternum d. pterygoid plate |
B |
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For proper body mechanics during a massage. what should be the main source of strength in massage movements. a. upper torso b. back c. lower body d. arms |
C |
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Assessment of the client ends: a. once the client tells you what is wrong b. once the client is settled on the table c. once you feel that the back is fine d. assessment continues throughout the massage |
D |
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What is the primary benefit of deep transverse friction? a. stretches ligaments b. promotes circulation c. loosens joints d. breaks up adhesions |
D |
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What does "s" stand for in SOAP notes? What does it mean? |
Subjective What client tells you |
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What does "o" stand for in SOAP notes? What does it entail? |
Objective What therapist sees |
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A client with high blood pressure has received a doctor's approval for massage. Which of the following techniques would be most effective in reducing the client's high blood pressure a. vigorous vibration b. petrissage c. deep tissue work d. slow effleurage |
D |
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When using MFR, you can get more results by a. going faster b. using less medium; oil, cream etc. c. going slower d. b & c |
D |
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Medial Pterygoid Origin a. mandible & TMJ capsule b. mandible, muscles around mouth c. manubrium of sternum, sternal head and medial clavicle d. pterygoid plate |
D |
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What does "P" stand for in SOAP notes? Entail? |
Plan What is your plan for this client |
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Every client needs ortho work at each session True or False |
False |
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Inversion means: a. angled toward midline b. angled away from midline c. turned into midline d. turned out from midline |
C |
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If you feel a pulse while working. The SCM area, you should a. apply more pressure b. immediately release c. apply cross fiber friction d. don't worry about it |
B |
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Infraspinatus Insertion a. greater tubercle humerus b. lateral lip bicipital groove humerus c. posterior humerus below spiral groove d. lesser tubercle humerus |
A |
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Posterior Deltoid Origin a. inferior angle scapula b. spine scapula c. root of spine of scapula d. vertebral border of scapula from root of spine to inferior angle |
B |
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_____ is a thin translucent soft tissue webbing which holds us together |
fascia |
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S-curve in the spine |
Scoliosis |
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Group of related inherited disorders, all of which involve the degeneration and wasting of muscle tissue |
Muscular Dystrophy |
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During the history taking, a client says she has allergies, which is correct? a. indicated for digestive & muscular systems only b. massage target hyperactivity of peripheral nervous system c. immune system is hypersensitive d. susceptible to acquired immunity |
C |
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Largest organ of the lymphatic system. Located near the stomach, under the diaphragm and can act as a blood reservoir |
Spleen |
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Flexor Hallucis Longus - Action a. flex, ABDuct 1st toe at MP Joint b. Extend 1st toe & assists dorsiflex of ankle c. Flex 1st toe & plantar flex ankle d. flex of MP joint 1st toe |
C |
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Anterior Deltoid Insertion a. deltoid tuberosity humerus b. greater tubercle humerus c. lesser tubercle humerus d. root of spine scapula |
A |
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Where could a client report discomfort if they had diverticulitis? a. in their stomach b. in their hip c. in their colon d. in their head |
A |
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Orbicularis Oris Origin a. mandible b. maxilla, mandible, lips, buccinator c. dilator: widens nasal opening and compressor compresses nasal opening d. lateral surface temporal bone |
B |
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What are the 4 major plexuses |
Brachial Cervical Sacral Lumbar |
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Multiple sclerosis symptoms are the result of a. impairment of nerve transmission from mechanical pressure on nerve roots b. a viral attack on motor neurons c. inflamation of the meninges d. short circuits of electrical impulses in the CNS |
D |
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Which is the best description of Raynaud's syndrome? a. condition involving inability to form blood clots b. congenital weakness of the connective tissue in blood vessels, leading to high risk of aneurysm c. genetic anomally leading to delicate blood vessels & a high risk of hemorrhagic stroke d. condition involving extreme vaso-constriction of the arterioles in the extremities |
D |
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What is the 2nd largest part of the brain, located beneath posterior portion of the cerebrum? |
Cerebellum |
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Coracobrachialis Origin a. Coracoid process scapula b. infraspinous fossa scapula c. inferior angle scapula d. lateral acromion |
A |
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Who published results of clinical trials using massage & hydrotherapy for dental pain & low back pain |
Ronald Melazek |
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Nasalis - Insertion a. mandible, muscles around mouth b. nose c. orbital margin d. maxilla, mandible, lips, buccinator |
B |
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Soreness, numbness & weakness of the hand due to compression of the flexor retinaculum & transverse carpal ligament is referred to as: a. thoracic outlet syndrome b. scalene syndrome c. carpal tunnel syndrome d. brachial plexus syndrome |
C |
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Intercostalis Origin a. Central tendon diaphragm b. caudal ligamentum nuchae, SP C7-T2 c. Abdomnal aponeurosis & linea alba, iliac crest d. Between Adjacent ribs |
D |
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Which muscle? Action: laterally rotate hip Origin: Obturator membrane, inferior surface of obturator foramen Insert: medial surface of greater trochanter |
Obturator Internus |
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Rectus Abdominis Action a. flattens central tendon b. flex trunk & compress ab content c. flex trunk & compress ab content, laterally flex, rotate same side d. compress abdominal content |
B |
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Scalenes Action a. Flex neck, laterally flex same side, rotate opp side b. closes jaw c. raises 1st 2 ribs during inhalation, assists neck flexion, assist in lateral rotation same side d. closes jaw, lateral rotate same side |
C |
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Sternocleidomastoid Action a. Flex neck, laterally flex same side, rotate opp side b. closes jaw & retracts jaw c. assist laterally flex same side d. raises 1st 2 ribs inhalation, assists neck flexion |
A |
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How are fixators & neutralizers similar? a. both assist mover by adding to the strength of the joint action b. both act to cancel out unwanted actions of the muscle that is working c. both isometrically contract to fix the fixed attachment of the muscle that is working d. both isometrically contract to stop unwanted actions of the mobile attachment of the muscle that is working |
B |
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Benign tumors that grow in and around the uterus |
Fibroid Tumors |
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Jugular notch located between which bones a. first ribs b. 2nd ribs c. clavicles d. sternum and manubrium |
C |
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Not definitely localized or limited spread widely through a tissue or a substance |
Diffuse |
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MT and gardener. Body mechanics not shared: a. compressive force down b. weight transfer c. reaching overhead d. leaning forward |
C |
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A contraction in which movement does take place |
Isotonic |
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What suffix means nourish? What term means defective or faulty nutrition? |
-trophy Dystrophy |
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Gall Bladder 1) yin or yang 2. partner 3. emotion 4. color 5. element |
yang liver anger green wood |
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Spleen 1. yin or yang 2. partner 3. season 4. element 5. emotion 6. color |
Yin Stomach Indian Summer Earth Compassion/sympathy Yellow |
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What are the 4 valves of the heart |
Aortic valve Pulmonary valve Tricuspid valve Bicuspid valve |
|
A flexible tube that is inserted & sewn into a large vein (usually the right subclavian vein in the upper chest) and left in place for an extended period is a (n) a. central venous catheter b. intravenous catheter c. subcutaneous catheter d. vascular catheter |
B |
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Buccinator Action a. depresses mandible, draws lip down b. maintains cheeks near teeth c. raises eyebrows & moves scalp d. closes & retracts jaw |
B |
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Which muscle? Action: Depress hyoid bone & thyroid cartilage Origin: Top of manubrium, superior border scapula, thyroid cartilage Insert: Hyoid bone
|
Infrahyoids |
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Collection of signs & symptoms that vary from person to person. Usually associated with fatigue, general pain, low grade fever, swollen lymph nodes, short term memory loss, sore throat & non restorative sleep |
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome |
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Double membranosus, serous sac surrounding the heart, secretes a lubricating fluid to prevent friction from movement of the heart |
Pericardium |
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Coated with wavy substance |
Spores |
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4 symptoms of anemia |
Pallor difficulty breathing rapid heart rate Fatigue |
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Parasympathetic associated with which reaction? main regulator of many _____ effectors Impulses transmitted via which neurotransmitter? Have a _____ effect on ______ muscle of digestive tract. Functions to promote ______ & _______. Main structures located in _____ & ______ areas. |
Relaxation visceral acetylcholine stimulatory, smooth digestion, elimination sacral, cranial |
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Element - Air a. crown b. heart c. third eye d. root |
B |
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More than half of all white blood cells; fight disease via phagocytosis of bacteria; important in defense of body against bacterial infection. |
Neutrophils |
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Extensor Hallucis Longus Insertion a. base of distal phalanx 1st toe b. base proximal phalanx 1st toe c. distal phalanx 1st toe |
A |
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Peritonitis is often a complication of a. untreated gallstones b. perforation of an abdominal organ c. colon cancer d. long term use of non steroidal anti-inflammatories |
B |
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Long, thin supraspinous ligament extends inferiorly from ligamentum nuchae. Attaches to spinous process of thoracic & lumbar |
Supraspinous Ligament |
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Localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by the disintegration of tissue. |
abscess |
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Sartorius - Insertion a. anterior surface greater trochanter b. gluteal tuberosity & iliotibial tract c. medial proximal tibia d. upper medial shaft tibia |
D |
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Imbalance in the muscular tonus system resulting in movement of the body off the coronal & mid-sagittal planes. |
Postural Distortion |
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_____ philosphy of medicine characterized the healthy body as a natural system in perfect equilibrium |
Hippocrates |
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Who wrote "De Medicina"? |
Aulus Cornelius Galen |
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Which suture lies between the frontal & parietal bones? a. Skewmous b. sagittarius c. coronal d. parietal |
C |
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In what plane does abduction and adduction occur? a. frontal b. transverse c. sagittal
|
A |
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Somatotyping assesses body changes a. during movement b. at rest c. during growth d. none of the above |
C |
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Which mechanism uses the sensory & motor pathways associated to the brain and spinal cord? a. metabolism b. pain c. reflexive d. none of the above |
C |
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Which corporation is a separate entity from its stockholders a. S Corp b. C Corp c. Professional Corp d. LLC |
B |
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Controls passage of substances between the nucelus & cytoplasm |
Nuclear membrane |
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What are protein substances that act as organic catalysts to initiate or control specific chemical reactions in the metabolic process, while they themselves remain unchanged. |
Enzymes |
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What are the main physiological benefits of massage? (2) |
Reflexive Mechanical |
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Abductor Pollicis Brevis Origin |
Trapezium Scaphoid Flexor Retinaculum |
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What does the prefix infra- mean? |
below, under, beneath |
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What does the prefix dis- mean? |
apart, away |
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Serratus Posterior Inferior Origin |
SP T11-T12 |
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Extensor carpi radialis brevis origin a. lateral supracondylar ridge & lateral epicondyle humerus b. lateral epicondyle humerus & posterior proximal ulna c. lateral epicondyle humerus d. tuberosity of radius |
C |
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What synthesizes proteins in cells? |
Ribosomes |
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Flexor Hallucis Brevis origin a. base metatarsal 1st toe b. calcaneus c. posterior tibia, fibula & interosseous membrane d. lower 2/3 lateral shaft of fibula |
A |
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What are 5 tendons of posterior knee? Bundle up to become? |
Gracilis, Semitendinosus, Sartorius, Biceps Femoris, Iliotibial tract Pes Anserinus Tendon |
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What is the term used for uncoordinated contraction of heart chambers? |
Arrythmia |
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What are 3 divisions of the kidney? |
Cortex, Medulla, Pelvis |
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Which of the following is a simplified version of kinesiology that has a goal of relieving stress on organs & muscles? a. touch of health b. shiatsu c. polarity therapy d. hellerwork |
A |
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Example of opportunistic a. uninfected shares needle with infected b. skin temp & moisture, provides opportunity for pathogen on skin to activate c. exposed to TB & coughs in closed cramped car d. immune system deciding cartilage in joints is foreign substance |
B |
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Procedure that kills or disables pathogens on surface a. cleansing b. aseptic c. anti-infection d. decontamination |
B |
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Popliteus Insertion
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Posterior proximal tibial shaft |
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Enlarged prostate |
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia |
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Sensory organ in the inner ear that relays messages to the brain. Balance & equlibrium |
Vestibular Apparatus |
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Buccinator Insertion a. skin between eyebrows b. lips c. mandible, muscles around mouth d. mucous membranes, muscles inserting into lips |
B |
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Oblique Capitis Inferior Origin |
SP C2 |
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Peroneus Longus Action |
Evert foot plantar flex ankle |
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Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Origin |
Coronoid process ulna medial epicondyle of humerus proximal radial shaft |
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A physiological response that occurs as a result of pressure, force or ROM |
Mechanical response |
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Cortex & medulla Contain _____ which are tube-like filters that reabsorb or excrete substances to form _____ Whatever is not reabsorbed is excreted as _____ What returns to blood? Excretion drains thru ducts & eventually reaches _______. Composition of excretion? (4) |
Nephron urine urine water, electrolytes, protein, glucose ureters water, creatnine, uric acid, urea |
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Ending point of the small intestine meridian a. Chest b. ring finger c. inner canthus d. outer canthus |
C |
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Which of the following is NOT indicated for massage? a. apnea b. hemophilia c. lordosis d. jaundice |
D |
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What does cutaneous mean? |
skin |
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General full body massage has been shown to stimulate vagal function. Which of the following clients would most benefit from massage when the beneficial outcomes can be attributed to vagal nerve function? a. client with digestive disturbances b. client with minor facial paralysis c. client with gait dysfunction d. client with generalized edema |
A |
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Who advocated in 1880 the use of soft tissue manipulation in the treatment of fractures |
Lucas Championiere |
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What modality is a synthesis of Teeguarden's studies of acupuncture, blended with asian breathing techniques, Taoist philosphy & contemporary psychology. |
Jin Shin Do |
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The mandible articulates with cranium at two temperomandibular joints? |
Superficial condyle Coronid Process |
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The physiologic effect of massage are? (3) |
Mechanical Reflexive Chemical or Metabolic |
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What bony landmark is the rounded region located on the posterior surface of the calcaneus? |
Tuberosity |
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Gall Bladder meridian used for (4) GHSS |
Gall bladder issues, Headache, Sciatica, Shoulder Tension |
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Functions of the Pericardium Meridian (5) BCCEP |
Balances emotions, Controls functions of sexual organs, Circulates blood, Emotional/physical levels, Protector of the heart |
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Number of points on the spleen meridian |
21 |
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Triple Heater functions (3) GRS |
Governs appetite, Regulates body temperature, Supports immune system |
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Which of the following is the correct description of amylotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease a. disease characterized by loss of motor neurons, resulting in skeletal muscle weakness b. progressive disease involving demyelation of the neurons in the CNS c. Failure of the vertebral arch to close together during early fetal development d. viral infection of the coverings of the brain |
A |
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What does the SOAP abbreviation CDC stand for? |
Chemical Dependency Counselor |
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What are the 3 main vessels of the brain? |
Internal Carotid Artery Basilar Artery Middle Cerebral Artery |
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What contraction is a result of agonist and antagonist contracting simultaneously; forces resist each other |
Isometric |
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Who researched the benefits of massage & ice packs in the management of anemia? |
Mary Jacobi Victoria White |
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What prefix mean beneath? What term describes beneath the eye? |
Infra- Infraoribital |
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Ears a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
C |
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Who made the first chair for massage? |
Serge Bouyssou |
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Who developed Shiatsu in the 1940's and son brought to the US in the 1950's |
Torujiro Namikoshi Toru Namikoshi |
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Which muscles laterally rotate the hip? (11) |
Gemellus Inferior, Gemellus Superior, Obturator Internus, Obturator Externus, Piriformis, Quadratus Femoris, Psoas Major, Iliacus, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius, Sartorius |
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Which of the three doshas is made up of the elements fire and water? a. Vata b. Pitta c. Kapha d. Prana |
B |
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Active 3-5 PM a. lung b. pericardium c. bladder d. spleen |
C |
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Ending point gall bladder meridian? a. outer canthus b. thumb c. heart d. big toe |
D |
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What type of hydrotherapy is prolonged heat followed by brief cold? |
Revulsive |
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Nose a. metal b. earth c. water d. fire e. wood |
A |
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Adrenal Glands a. solar plexus b. 3rd eye c. crown d. base/root |
D |
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Tibialis Posterior Action a. assists plantar flex ankle & assists flex knee b. plantar flex ankle c. dorsiflex ankle d. Inversion of foot assists plantar flex ankle |
D |
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A purplish patch caused by extravation of blood into the tissues differing from petechiae only in size. |
Ecchymosis |
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Which muscle? Action: ABDuct thumb, Extend thumb Origin: Posterior surface of radius & ulna, and interosseous membrane Insert: Base of 1st metacarpal |
Abductor Pollicis Longus |
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Which is false about partnerships? a. each file own taxes b. each shares responsibility for profits and losses c. more than 2 in partnership d. partner file 1099 |
D |
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Skin infections caused by fungi called dermatophytes. Lesions are called tinea named by location, reddened itchy circular patch and spreads |
Fungal Infection |
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What type of cells are contained in the epidermis |
Keratin filled dead cells |
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Network of organs, glands & tissues that protects the body from foreign substances? |
Immune System |
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The Japanese term used to describe acupoints and ashi points? |
Tsubos |
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Who developed the method of Ortho-Bionomy A. Arthur Lincoln Pauls b. Heller c. Albert Hoffa d. James Cyriax |
A |
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Shortest portion of small intestine forms C shaped curves as it circles the head of pancreas, ducts from liver, gall bladder & pancreas enter this structure How long? |
Duodenum
10 inches |
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What prefix means out of; away from; or outside of? What term means projecting out from a surface? |
Ex, Exo Exophytic |
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Starting point heart meridian a. little finger b. lung c. alanasi d. heart |
D |
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Structure close to head? Structure close to feet? |
Superior Inferior |
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Which muscle? Action: Extend shoulder, ADDuct shoulder, medially rotate shoulder Origin: Lateral side of inferior angle & lower 1/2 of lateral border of shoulder Insert: Crest of lesser tubercle humerus |
Teres Major |
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What superficial ligament to the sacroiliac joint supports union of sacrum & ilium |
Posterior Sacroiliac Ligament |
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Peroneus Longus Action a. Flex MP Joints & Extend DIP & PIP joints b. Flex MP joints c. Evert foot & assist plantar flex ankle d. evert foot and dorsiflex ankle |
C |
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Disease marked by an inappropriate or excessive response of the body's immune functions |
Autoimmune Disease |
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What are the two primary supinators? What are the two primary pronators? |
Supinator, Biceps Brachii Pronator Teres, Pronator Quadratus |
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Chronic pain condition in which an initial trauma causes pain that is more severe & longer lasting than is reasonable to expect. The pain can become a self-sustaining phenomenon that becomes a lifelong affliction. |
Regional Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome |
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Flexor Digitorum Longus - Origin a. Soleal line tibia, posterior head & upper shaft fibula b. anterior distal fibula c. posterior tibia d. posterior tibia, fibula and interosseous membrane |
C |
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Which system is responsible for maintaining internal environment of the body? Controls ______ muscle of organs and glands It is an ________ system |
Autonomic Nervous System smooth involuntary |
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Androgen Location? Action? |
Adrenal Cortex Maintains male sex characteristics |
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Epinephrine Location? Action? |
Adrenal Medulla Elevates blood pressure by stimulating vasoconstriction |
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Fluid filled growths on the ovaries |
Ovarian Cysts |
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Which of the following is most appropriate to treat frostbite of the foot? a. cryotherapy b. cover affected part with warm blankets c. apply transverse friction massage to promote blood circulation in affected part d. reflexology |
B |
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Extension of a nerve cell that receives and transmits stimuli toward the cell body? |
Dendrite |
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Neurotransmitter that blocks brain from feeling pain; inhibitory in CNS |
Endorphins |
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The scapula glides across posterior surface of thorax to form which false joint? |
Scapulothoracic Joint |
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Which muscle belly can be accessed between the gastrocnemius heads in the popliteal space? a. soleus b. plantaris c. tibialis posterior d. popliteus |
B |