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A client approaches you at a social function and asked about another one of your client's progress with treatment. This conflicts directly with which code of ethics principle?: Confidentiality
2.
A client rotation his head is an example of what?: Active range of motion
3.
A muscle is inhibited by contraction of its antagonist; this is an example of what?: Reciprocal inhibition
4.
A spectrum of injuries related to prolonged repetitive or constant motion, usually combined with compressive forces Types include carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome and tennis elbow?: Repetitive strain injuries
5.
A therapist circumducting a client's shoulder is an example which of what?: Passive range of motion
6.
A therapist is testing for turgor and the client's skin leaves an elevation or a tent after it is pinched. What does this suggest?: Dehydration
7.
Body balance and voluntary muscle movement are controlled by which part of the brain?: Cerebellum
8.
Circular gliding strokes applied on the abdomen in clockwise movements is helpful in what condition?: Constipation
9.
Contraction of which muscle causes you to straighten your arm?: Triceps brachii
10.
Contraction of which muscle causes your toes to point downward?: Soleus
11.
Disease that develop slowly and last longer than 6 months to a lifetime?: Chronic
12.
Diseases that have an abrupt onset of severe symptoms and run a brief course (less than 6 months)? The disease then either resolves or brings death?: Acute
13.
During exhalation the diaphragm does what?: Ascends
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Hypoxia refers to?: Lack of oxygen
15.
If a therapist is self-employed, how often does he or she pay self-employment tax?: Quarterly
16.
If you suspect that a client is intoxicated, what are appropriate treatment modifications?: Use lighter-than-normal pressure
17.
Inflammation of a tendon is called what?: Tendinitis
18.
Malpractice insurance is also known as?: Professional liability
19.
Movement toward the midline is known as what?: ADduction
20.
On which neck muscle do you use extra caution while massaging due to its close proximity to the carotid artery?: Sternocleidomastoid
21.
One of the most lethal types of skin cancer is?: Malignant Melanoma
22.
This is a condition involving spasms of the sternocleidomastoid muscles?: Torticollis
23.
This is a contagious fungal disease characterized by itching and scaling, sometimes manifesting as a raised red-ringed patch?: Ringworm
24.
This is a highly contagious viral infection appears as fever blisters or cold sores on the skin and mucous membranes?: Herpes simplex
25.
What 2 fluids are lymph derived?: Blood plasma and Interstitial fluid
26.
What are the attachments of the sacrotuberous ligament?: Sacrum to the ischial tuberosity
27.
What are trigger points?: A rigid zone or knot in muscle or fascia that can refer pain when pressed.
28.
What is a cordlike protein that helps to waterproof the skin?: Keratin
29.
What is a cyst behind the knee caused by escape of synovial fluid, which becomes enclosed in a membranous sac?: Baker's
30.
What is an endangerment site of the posterior knee?: Common peroneal nerve
31.
What is an example of a saddle joint?: Carpometacarpal of the thumb
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What is NOT a contagious skin condition?: Psoriasis
33.
What is protrusion of the nucleus pulposus from the annulus fibrosus of an intervertebral disc?: de Quervain spondylitis
34.
What is synergist to the Biceps Femoris?: Gastrocnemius
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What is the antagonist to pectoralis major?: Latissimus dorsi
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What is the antagonist to the rhomboids?: Serratus anterior
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What is the best example of medial rotation?: Turning the humerus inward
38.
What massage considerations are best used for a terminally ill client?: Shorter treatments more frequently
39.
What percentage of income from bartered services is reportable to the IRS?: 100%
40.
What position shortens the muscles of the anterior neck?: Flexion
41.
What treatment modification should the therapist use if a cancer patient, who has been cleared for a massage, has received the chemotherapeutic drug or cyclophamide within 24 hours of his or her scheduled appointment?: Massage with gloves
42.
What type of insurance protects the therapist if he or she injures a client?: Malpractice
43.
When calling 911 always give them what 2 items of information?: Location and condition of the victim
44.
When working the insertion of psoas major, on what structure should the therapist avoid applying direct pressure?: Femoral artery
45.
Which muscle is located directly inferior to the scapular spine?: Infraspinatus
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Which muscles are part of the rotator cuff?: Teres minor, subcapularis, supraspinatus, infraspinatus
47.
Which receptor is responsible for detecting deep pressure?: Pacinian corpuscles
48.
Which receptor is responsible for detecting light touch?: Meissner corpuscles
49.
Which structure lies between the stomach and the small intestines?: Pyloric sphincter
50.
Why should you avoid scented massage lubricants?: client may have allergies or scent sensitivities
