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When giving an assessment there are three types of questions you ask to obtain relevant information for the treatment plan; Which of the following is a Specific question?
What was done at the time for treatment for a trauma induced injury? (First-aid or Ice pack)
Which of the epithelial membranes is exposed to air and is dry?
Cutaneous membrane
Best massage position to start with on a client who has acute frozen shoulder pain?
Prone with pillows under the belly and feet
What acronym is used for the signs of inflammation?
(SHARP) swelling, heat, a loss of function, redness, and pain
Would be lengthened with chronic stress of tibiofemoral joint?
Biceps femoris and IT band
Where would you palpate to find the tendon sheath responsible for DeQuervain's tenosynovitis?
ABductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis tendons
InNervation for the levator scapulae occurs?
Cervical C3, 4 and dorsal scalpula C5
Indentation just under the posterior inferior iliac spine on the ilium?
Greater sciatic notch
The definition of profession?
Occupation requiring training and specialized study
Bilaterally elevates the ribs in inhalation?
Scalenes
Originates at the tibia and not the fibula?
Flexor digitorum longus
Spinal nerve (plexus) serving the flexor arm muscles:
Brachial plexus
The LH or luteinizing hormone representative action?
To stimulate the ovaries and testes
What ligaments would be torn in an inversion sprain/strain of the ankle?
Anterior/Posteriior talofibular and Calcaneofibular
stimulates growth for muscles and bones and regulates metabolism.
GH or growth hormone
n the 1932 Dr. Emil and Estrid Vodder develop what technique?
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
When checking an ill or injured person for signs of life, never check for more than:
10 seconds
only allowed if you are faced with immediate danger, or you need to get to another more seriously injured person, or you need movement to provide proper care
moving a seriously injured person
What relieves the pain is what type of question?
Pain question
To focus on the chief or primary complaint is what kind of question?
Specific Question
What three muscles would be assessed with carpal tunnel syndrome?
Flexor digitorum superficialis, Flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus
A secondary trigger point is activated
in the overworked synergist or antagonist muscle
primary trigger point is directly activated by
acute or chronic mechanical strain or overload of the affected muscle
active trigger point is painful
at rest, with movement of the muscle and with a passive or active stretch
What type of trigger point produces pain only when palpated?
Latent trigger point
Damage to the musculocutaneous nerve will result in?
a decreased ability to flex the arm muscles
Correct order of muscle layers, superficial to deep, between the thoracic vertebrae and the medial border of the scapula?
Trapezius, Rhomboids, and ESG's
What shares the inNervation of C5 dorsal scapular nerve?
Teres Major and Minor
The best type of oil to use to keep from staining your linens is:
Water-Dispersable oil
Performing percussion in the thoracic area will?
increase local circulation
A client's medical record or health intake and SOAP forms can only be released:
With a signature from the client or a court order
Is keeping your hands clean a business ethinc?
No it is personal hygiene
Esthetic scope of practice:
one who works to clean and beautify the skin
Consent to treat is:
Required by law for therapists regulated under the health care act
Originates on the superior portion of the spinous process of the second cervical vertebra?
Obliquus capitis inferior
Controls the function of the anterior pituitary in the nervous system?
Thymus Gland
What type of bursitis is caused by repetitive hip flexor hypertension?
Iliopectineal Bursitis
ITIS
inflammation of the bursa
hematoma=
area of local hemorraging following a trauma
unilateral pain=
migranes
bilateral pain=
tension headaches
Headaches associated with medications, allergic reactions and central nervous system disorders are?
Migranes
What causes tension headaches
Trigger Points
What gland raises blood calcium levels?
Thyroid gland
What hormone raises blood calcium levels?
PTH (Peptide hormone)
Arteries turn into?
arterioles
The arterioles connect to?
Capillaries
Supplying oxygen is a function of the?
Respiratory System
Because of the liver, which structure in the urinary system is slightly lower?
Right Kidney
Which of the systems of the body is in charge of sexual function control and behaviors?
Reproductive
cranial nerve for taste
glossopharyngeal
Classification for sense of taste and smell:
Chemoreceptors
Term for sense of hearing:
Cochlear
Actions of the biceps femoris;
flex/laterally rotate the knee, extend and laterally rotate the hip, posterior pelvic tilt.
Rectus capitis posterior major inserts...
lateral aspect of the inferior nuchal line on the occiput.
The teres major is in charge of?
MEA or Medial rotation, extention and ADduction
What muscle can supinate and pronate the forearm?
Brachioradialis
Has a high amount of fast twitch fibers and muscles fatigue faster.
phasic muscle group
In postural dysfunctions, the slow twitch postural muscle group
Fatigues slow
Neither red nor white and are used for clotting.......
Platelets
long-term cleaners that increase in number during chronic infections such as tuberculosis
Monocytes
These agranulocyte leukocyte WBCs function as active phagocytes that become macrophages in the tissue?
Monocytes
What inserts on the inferior and posterior aspect of the transverse process of C1?
Obliquus capitis inferior
What is known as Lat's Little Helper
Latissimus Dorsi
Which muscle extends and ADducts the arm?
Teres major
The latissimus dorsi is a complete synergist with?
Teres Major
Which muscle originates on T7-T12 spinous processes, last 3 or 4 ribs, thoracolumbar aponeurosis and the posterior iliac crest?
Latissimus dorsi
The proximal femur articulates with the hip forming.........
The coxal ball and socket joint
What is the name of the area where the pubis, ischium, and ilium come together?
Acetabulum
Which muscle inserts at the transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae?
Quadratus lumborum and the 12th rib
Rectus capitis posterior major aides in the actions of?
head extension and lateral flexion
The spinous process of C2 is the origin for which of these muscles?
Rectus capitis posterior major
The external intercostals _____________ the ribcage.
elevate
The internal intercostals ___________the ribcage
depress
The external and internal intercostals are ________ to one another in respiration?
Antagonistic
The atlanto-occipital ellipsoid joint allows ?
flexion/extension and lateral flexion
What cervical joint is located between the superior facets of C1 and articulates with the occiputs condyles?
Atlanto-occipital
Of the following physiological effects of direct pressure friction, which is reflexive?
Meridian activity
Muscles in charge of pronating the forearm
Pronator teres, pronator quadratus and brachioradialis
Muscles in charge of supinating forearm
Biceps brachii, supinator and brachioradialis
In order to program T lymphocytes you need what hormone?
Thymosin
If your client is suffering from a migraine, it is best not to?
Utilize heat on the neck and head
What schedule form do you file if you have a business partner?
K
The three muscles in charge of pronating the forearm or proximal and distal radiolunar joints
Pronator teres, pronator quadratus and brachioradialis
Which of the following lobes is responsible for maintaining most sensory information with the exception of hearing, vision and smell?
Parietal
LCL=
Lateral Collateral Ligament
If your client is suffering from chronic varus stress, what ligament might be damaged?
Lateral collateral ligament
The American Association of Masseurs and Masseuses was formed in what year?
1943 and was known as the AMTA
The Hindi term Champna refers to?
To press or massage
In a ninth century temple carving in India, who can be found getting a massage?
Budda
What is the term for massage in the islands of Tonga?
Fota and toogi-toogi
What is the name of the French surgeon (1510-1590) who wrote a book on massage and its surgical application for patients?
Ambroise Pare
The three year training program for doctors of massage during the T'ang dynasty (619-907 AD) trained doctors to treat what kind of pathologies?
Treatments for diseases, fractures injuries and wounds
Active ROM and resistive ROM test?
The Prime movers
Tibialis anterior=
inverts the foot and dorsiflex's the ankle
All of the following muscles would be stretched during passive dorsiflexion except:
Tibialis anterior
Working on relaxing the hamstrings brings legs back to?
neutral
Your client plays volleyball 2-3 times per week, she comes in complaining of moderate pain in her right hip not knowing the cause. What muscle would be short and hypertonic if her right knee was mildly flexed and laterally rotated?
biceps femoris
TFL=
tensor fasciae latae
You have performed a PA on your client who was in a marathon 3 days ago, their legs both have mild lateral rotation. What muscle would be stretch weakened?
TFL
Pain that is sharp, bright, burning, and well-localized is known as?
Cutaneous Pain
Which type of pain is from superficial tissue damage?
Cutaneous pain
The definition of suspected condition based off of the findings of the subjective and objective sections of SOAP
Assesment
The A in the acronym SOAP stands for?
Assesment
When testing the cervical spine in a seated position, moving the head and neck towards the ground (chin to chest). What group of muscles would be assessed in this action?
Extensers
The muscle that performs opposite actions of the prime mover is an:
Antagonist
What two unilateral actions are the scalenes in charge of?
Rotation to the opposite side and lateral flexion to the same side
What is a reflexive effect of Heat rub friction?
Increases vasodilation
A reflexive effect for deep effleurage is?
Increases capillary space
In abdominal massage the best way to properly access the iliopsoas is by:
Bending knees so the pelvis is flexed forward in the supine position
Decreasing pain is a reflexive effect of what type of treatment technique?
Light and deep effluerage
Who would you help first when injuries at a construction site occurred?
someone stumbling away from the scene
Of the following occupations, which has the ability to have substantial specialized knowledge and skill derived from the biologic, physical, and behavioral science to care, treat, counsel, and educate about health to individuals who are experiencing changes?
Nursing
What defines the rights of an occupation and the acceptable activities allowed within the profession?
The Scope Of Practice
Which definition is for occupation?
A productive or creative activity that serves as one's regular source of livelihood
What is the definition of a professional?
One who engages in a profession
The study of athletic performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation?
Athletic Training
Epinephrine and glucagon raise?
Sugar levels
Parkinsons is a progressive disorder that involves the diminishing basal ganglia function, and is termed a:
Condition of the CNS
CI=
Inappropriate
What following general conditions are absolute contraindications for massage?
Diabetic coma or insulin shock
Which treatment would be most effective for a client that presents with a sub-acute ankle sprain?
Friction
Periostitis/ compartment syndrome, tendonitis, bursitis, and frozen shoulder are considered
Overuse injuries
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition involving compressions of the median nerve and is termed a(n):
Condition of the PNS
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a motor function disorder that results from damage to the immature brain, it is termed a:
Conditions of the CNS
This muscle can compress the sciatic nerve when hypertonic and can cause pain and tingling down the posterior leg?
Piriformis
__________ is the term for one of the closed circuits of the heart that supplies blood to the organs, tissues, and cells of the body?
Systemic circulation
The valve from the left atrium to the left ventricle is called the?
Bicuspid valve
The valve that goes from the right atrium to the right ventricle is called the?
Tricuspid valve
Which layer of the skin has no blood vessels?
Epidermis
When at rest, what system can increase gastrointestinal mobility in the digestive system?
Muscular
Which two muscles work together to ADduct the radiocarpal joint?
Extensor and flexor carpi ulnaris
Is the Cranium a part of the axial skeleton?
yes
What is the study of the function of the structures of the body?
Physiology
What term refers to the study of the structure of organisms and their parts?
Anatomy
What returns blood to the heart?
Veins
The twelfth rib and the lumbar vertebrae are the insertions for which muscle?
Quadratus lumborum
What type of muscle contraction changes the distance between the ends of the muscles?
Isotonic
What is the structural classification of the joints found in the skull?
Synarthroses
What does the femur articulate with at its distal end?
Patella
rounded end of long bone
epiphysis
What is the term for the end of a bone that is closest to the trunk?
Proximal epiphysis
How many pairs of ribs does a normal human body have?
12
Stretching and broadening muscle fibers is a mechanical effect of what type of treatment technique?
Petrissage
Which bone in the body is known as the "Razor's Edge"?
Ulna
What type of trigger point is found in muscle that lies within the referral pattern of another trigger point?
Satellite trigger point
A trigger point is;
A hyperirritable spot in the soft tissue that often exhibits a predictable referral pain pattern
In a health history interview, questions phrased with a required "yes" or "no" answer is considered a:
Close ended question
HEALS stands for?
Horizontal ABduction, Extension, ADduction, Lateral rotation, and Stabilize.
What is the term for the area inferior to the spine of the scapula?
Infraspinous fossa
The appendicular skeleton is comprised of?
Arms, legs, scapula, clavicle and pelvic girdle
Your client sits at a computer for more than 10 hours a day Monday through Friday, what five muscles of the hip and thigh are shortened?
Iliacus, psoas major, rectus femoris, sartorius and gluteus medius
A hypertonic muscle will _____ when applying acute pressure with deep strokes?
Release
A person's mouth is on what side of the head?
Ventral
What two actions comprise inversion?
Supination and ADduction
When a person wears high heel shoes, what muscle is shortened?
Gastrocenemius
The massage profession has many methods that are popular, what is a neuromuscular approach?
Reflexology
While giving an assessment there are three types of questions you ask to obtain relevant information for the treatment plan; General, Specific, and Pain questions. Which of the following is a Specific question?
Has this ever happened before?
The "Yellow Emperor's Classics of Internal Medicine", China's oldest Medical book, contained massage treatments for:
Paralysis and reduced circulation
How long does a rescue breath last?
1 Second
When checking an ill or injured person, for the purpose of first aid an adult is defined as:
12 years of age or older
In CPR, what are the three C's?
Check-Call-Care
What forms the floor of the thoracic cavity?
Diaphram
The Adam's apple is also known as?
The thyroid cartilage
A weight bearing position of the foot where the sole of the foot tends to roll inwards is
Supination
SCM
sternocleidomastoid.
O/I=
origin and insertion technique.
Increasing gaseous exchanges is a reflexive effect of what type of treatment technique?
Tapotement
Of the following physiological effects, which is a mechanical effect for jostling and shaking?
Stimulates synovial activity
What would be the best treatment application for a client with a tension headache?
Slow ischemic compressions
If proteins are found in urine it is called proteinuria, what is a possible cause?
Pregnancy, Physical Exertion, Hypertension
GTO=
Golgi Tendon Organ Release
If you are working with acute acquired torticollis, what should you avoid?
Passively stretching the spasmodic muscles
When using your thumb without reinforcements you must
Keep it in line with the radius
While acting in the massage or bodywork capacity I will not tolerate any sexual advances from my client, this is in accordance to what code of ethic?
Scope of Practice
What term is indicated when a client becomes emotional after meeting with their MT because their MT resemble a relative that has just passed away?
Reflexive
To maintain clear and honest communication falls under what business code of ethics category?
Client Relationships
The cause of Ankylosing spondylitis is idiopathic and defined as
chronic, systemic inflammatory disorder involving specific areas of the body
A client is lying prone and is experiencing a cramp in the right quads, what would be the best way to relieve the cramp?
Isometric contraction of the hams and direct pressure on the quads
Are the wrist and elbow extensors a weak primarily phasic muscle?
No
What level of severity is a contusion if there is bleeding/ swelling with some pain and muscle weakness?
Moderate contusion
The muscle's reaction to dysfunction can be categorized into two groups; primarily postural and primarily phasic, which of the following is primarily a postural muscle?
Gastrocnemius
A prolonged deficiency in _______ may cause an enlarged thyroid or weight gain?
Iodine
spondylitis is defined as
inflammation of vertebrae
Ankylosing is defined as
immobility and fixation of joints
What is a primary headache?
the headache itself
Depending on intensity of physical exercise, what system may enhance or depress immunity?
Muscular
Does the SNS control constriction of the blood vessels?
Yes
Which of the following branches of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for slowing the heart?
Parasympathetic
What is the effectors of the somatic division in the nervous system?
Skeletal Muscles
What is the Endocrine System made up of?
Adrenal, gonads, and thyroid
What does the endocrine system do for the nervous system?
Produce hormones that influence metabolism of neurons
What area of the os coxae do the nerves pass through to the perineum?
Lesser Sciatic Notch
Which muscle inserts into a central tendon?
Diaphragm
What landmark is on the distal anterior surface of the humerus
Radial Fossa
Hematopoiesis is defined as?
Blood Cell Formation
What can be found on the superior border of the scapula?
Scapular Notch
The ______ consists of the metatarsals and the tarsals?
Foot
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