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Massage is defined as:

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The systematic & scientific manipulation of soft & superficial tissue

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The agency responsible for the regulation of massage is the:

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Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs

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Waving your arm in front of you like saying goodbye is an example of:

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Abduction

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The two types of draping are?

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Complete and Brief

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A principal massage therapist (PMT) must be:

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Licensed

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The plane that divides the body into anterior and posterior position is the:

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Coronal Plane

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Homeostasis refers to:

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Relative Constancy

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The minimum/maximum fine the Massage Board can impose on a license for a violation of rules is:

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$100/ $1000

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The massage technique that involves squeezing and rolling is:

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Petrissage

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The brain is located in the:

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Dorsal Cavity

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The maximum ration of apprentices to licensed therapists is:

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10 to 1

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Massage therapists and massage establishment licenses expire on:

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6/30 of every even numbered year

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The most important hygiene protocol is to:

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Wash your hands before and after every massage

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How many days does an establishment have to notify the board of a chance of its principal massage therapist:

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5 Days

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Apprenticeship training consists of how many hours:

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570

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If your client has injured his leg in a fall, you should:

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Refer him in a physician

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A bolster is placed under the ankles of a client in the prone position to prevent:

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Hyperextension

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In the lateral recumbent position, the body is:

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Lying on the right or left side

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A sponsoring massage therapist:

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Does not have to be licensed

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An acute pain:

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Comes on quickly is of short duration

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Tapotement should never be used:

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On bony areas Over the kidneys

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If your client is on medication that you are not familiar with, you should:

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Refer to the physicians' desk reference or similar guide

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If the PMT has to leave the premises, she can appoint as a replacement:

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A Licensed Therapist

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Sports massage is beneficial because it can:

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Help to prevent injury Shorten recovery time Improve blood circulation

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A client terminate a massage:

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At any time

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Which is not a function of the skeletal system?

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Posture

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The origin of the sartorius muscle is this:

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Anterior Superior Iliac Spine

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The ulna is what to the radius:

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Medial

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The pleural cavity contains the

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Lungs

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Which muscle extends from the thorax to the pubis:

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Rectus Abdominis

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The layer of the integurmentary that contains the sweat glands is the:

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Dermis

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Which muscle extends the little finger:

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Extensor digiti minimi

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Blistering of the skin is a characteristic of a:

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2nd Degree burn

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Which is the function of the muscular system:

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Posture Movement

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The axial skeleton includes the:

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Skull Ribs Hyoid bone

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A muscle that opposes the movement of a prime mover is as:

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Antagonist

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What is not a characteristic of inflammation:

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Tenderness

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Muscles are attached to bones by:

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Tendons

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The adductor pollicis is located in the:

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Hand

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The distal end of the clavicle articulates with the:

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Scapula

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The rotator cuff includes the:

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Subscapularius Infraspinatus

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Freely movable joints are called:

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Diarthrotic

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The quadricep muscles:

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Extend the knee

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The insertion of the sternocleidomastoid is the:

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Mastoid Process

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The vertebral region that contains the axis is the:

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Cervical

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A muscle that elevates the mandible is the:

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Masseter

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The muscle that plantarflexes the foot is the:

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Gastrocnernius

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Scoliosis is a condition characterized by:

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An lateral curvature of the spine

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The lowest region of the ventral cavity is the:

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Pelvic cavity

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The deltoid muscle inserts into the:

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Humerus

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The primary function of the red blood cells is:

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Transportation of gases

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The functional unit of the kidney is the:

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Nephron

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Which cranial nerve controls the heart and lungs:

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Vagus

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A motor unit consists of:

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A motor neuron and the muscle cells it innervates

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Which is the major artery of the body:

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Aorta

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Which artery supplies the knee joint:

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Popliteal

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Which gland is called the master gland:

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Pituitary

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Inflammation of a vein is called:

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Phlebitis

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The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) controls:

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Involuntary bodily functions

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Which cranial nerve controls the shoulder:

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Accessory

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Excessive accumulation of interstitial fluid causing swelling is called:

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Edema

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The distal end of the descending colon connects to the:

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Sigmoid colon

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The function of the nervous system is to:

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Receive sensory information Control and coordinate the body Excite and calm the body

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Which is not a part of the small intestine:

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Cecum

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The trachea is part of what system:

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Respiratory

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The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland:

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Produces growth hormone

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S.O.A.P means:

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Subjective Objective Assessment Plan

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At what structure in the lung does gas exchange occur:

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Alvelous

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In what direction should the abdomen be massaged:

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Clockwise Peristalsis

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R.I.C.E stands for:

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Rest Ice Compression Elevation

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Which endocrine gland is located on top of the kidneys:

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Adrenals

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Where does cerebrospinal fluid originate:

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Choroid plexus

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Endangerment sites are:

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Areas that warrant special attention Areas where underlying structures may be damaged Areas where nerves, arteries or organs are near the surface

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A Synapse is a:

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Junction

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Where is hemoglobin found:

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In red blood cells

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If the client with a deep tan has reddish bumps on back. What do you do?

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Avoid the infected area and refer to MD

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What supervises cell activity

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Nuclues

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What does the internal oblique do?

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Compress abdomen

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What muscle closes the jaw?

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Pterygoid

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What fluid other than the blood is used to drain the fluid?

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Lymph

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Which of the following may lead to the revocation of your license?

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Abandoning the premises

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Plantar flexion is:

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Extending the foot

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What is the osteoporosis?

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Brittle Bones

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Master Gland:

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Pituitary gland

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What muscle called the neck erect?

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Rectus capitis

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The term vascular means:

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Blood vessels

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What muscle move the rotator cuff?

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Supraspinatus Infraspinatus Teres Minor Subscapular

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What are the major neurons of the body?

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Motor Neurons Sensory Neurons Interneuron

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When you perform deep effleurage on the lower extremities, the movement is called:

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Centripetal

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Which muscle produces grating of the teeth?

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Pterygoid

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Adipose is:

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Fat Tissue

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Your client is on medication you are not familiar with. Where do you look for information on the medication?

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PDR (Physician's Desk Reference)

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Example of a saddle joint_______.

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Between the carpals and metacarpals (thumb)

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Where does cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) originate?

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Choroid plexus

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The body cavity that contains the lungs is:

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Pleural cavity (which is contained in the thoracic cavity)

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PMT's license can be revoked if:

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Abandoning premises

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What is melanin?

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Pigment

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What is the axis?

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2nd Cervical Vertebrae

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In the anatomical position, the palms face which way?

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Forward

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Imaginary vertical line dividing the body into equal left and right halves is called?

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Mid-Sagittal

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What is the lower abdomen called?

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Inguinal/Pubis (Hypogastric)

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The fixed end of a muscle is the:

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Origin

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What is the assistive joint movement used for?

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Increase mobility

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A bladder infection spreads upward to the kidneys through which structure?

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ureters

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The deep peroneal nerve is associated with what condition?

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Foot Drop

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What separates the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities?

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Diaphragm

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What is exudate?

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Fluid that accumulates in inflamed tissue

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Tapotement./percussion can be used slapping/hacking on all areas except?

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Bony areas Neck Sternum Endangerment site

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What fluid sometimes accompanies an infection?

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An inflammatory exudates

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The mediastinum is located in the?

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Thorax

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Another name for the abdomen region is:

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Epigastric

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Where is food primarily digested?

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Small intestine

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An involuntary response to a stimulus in the nervous system is:

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Reflex

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What contains insulin producing beta cell?

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Pancreas

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What is the upper bone of the lower extremity called?

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Femur

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What is the contraindication for massage, which occurs in pregnant women?

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Pre-eclampsia (Hypertension {High Blood Pressure, Edema})

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What level of fever can damage tissue?

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106 °F- 108°F

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What is the function of the adductor pollicis?

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Draw thumbs to fingers

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Closer to the point of the origin is called?

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Proximal

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The skeletal system is defined as the:

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Framework of the body

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What endocrine gland is located above the pancreas?

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Adrenals

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A naturally occuring hole in a bone allowing passage of blood vessels or nerve is called?

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Foramen

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three strokes which stimulate lymphatic circulation are?

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Friction Stroking Petrissage

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Which muscle tissue is involuntary non-straited and controlled by the autonomic nervous system and found in hollow organs?

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Synergy

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The talus bone articulates with the:

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Calcaneus Nevicular Tibia

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The lower back is also referred as the:

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Lumbar

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What does the flexor digiti minimi do?

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Bend pinky finger

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What is reciprocal inhibition?

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Relaxation of the antagonist muscle and contracting of the prime muscle

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Synovial fluid is located in the:

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Joints

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The nerve that supplies the heart and lungs is:

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Pneumogastric nerve Vagus

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What is the glenohumeral?

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Shoulder joint

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Who holds the power to suspend or revoke your license?

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Board of Massage Therapy

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What can abandoning the establishment without prior notice result in for a primary therapist?

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Revocation the license

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What is the triangle shaped bone on the knee called?

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Patella

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What must the principal massage therapist ensure?

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Each apprentice wears a conspicuously placed name tag stating their name and the world apprentice

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What nerve control the back of the hand and outer fingers?

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Ulnar

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What is sciatica?

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Inflammation of the sciatic nerve

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The major nerve supplying the hamstring, lower leg, and foot is the:

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Sciatic

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What is the function of the nervous system?

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Controls and coordinates the boyd

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What part of the brain controls vital function?

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Brain stem

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What nerve supplies the diaphragm?

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Phrenic nerve

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The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland helps:

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Produces Growth Hormone

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The aorta is:

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Largest artery (blood flows away from the heart)

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When doing abdominal massage in which direction should you massage?

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Clockwise

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Abdominal massage follows the:

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Peristalsis

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Semitendinosus originates at the

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Ischium (Ischial tubersoity)

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Migraine headache pain is believed to be caused by:

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Dilation of the cranial vessels

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What serious spinal condition is contraindicated for the massage?

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Herniated Disc

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What is necrosis

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Cell Death (dying tissue)

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The least harmful skin cancer

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Basal Cell Carcinoma

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Which layer of the skin contains fat cells. blood and lymph vessels, and hair follicles

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Reticular

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Four types of tissue are

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Connective Muscle Epithelial Nerve

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Moderate mechanical pressure to the skin will produce a reaction called

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Capillary contraction

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The bones in the palm of the hand are called

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Metacarpals

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Movement of fluid from tissues on one part of the body to tissues in another area of the body is:

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Diffusion

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Which nerve supplies the deep muscles of the foot and toes?

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Plantar

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Minimum fine of the therapist:

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$100

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Massage benefits the digestive system by:

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Increases elimination of waste from body

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A muscle contraction in which the body part affected by the muscle does not move:

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Isometric

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What is the duration of pregnancy in women?

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280 Days

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SCM actions:

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Tilt Rotate head Contralateral rotation Flex Neck

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Which of these is a muscle in the neck?

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SCM (Sternocleidomastoid)

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The suffix "in" normally indicates as:

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Protein

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What is the junction between nerves called:

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Synapse

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The thyroid gland produces:

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Thyroxin

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If your client looks like your father, this may involve what type of tissue?

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Counter transference issue

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In the anatomical position, if you turn palms backward, this hand position is called:

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Pronation

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What is disease:

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Abnormally and unhealthy state of all parts of the body where it is not capable of carrying on its normal function.

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Coronal plane is:

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The line that divides the body into anterior, front or ventral half, and posterior, back or dorsal half

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What does the prefix "supra" mean?

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Over Above Upper

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The largest gland in the body is what:

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Liver

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What is the point of the elbow called?

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Olecranon

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The term that describes the reclining face up position is:

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Supine

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Carbohydrate digestion is accomplished by the following enzymes:

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Amylase Maltase Sucrase

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The sequential order for passage of air expiration is:

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Bronchi Trachea Larynx Pharynx

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The structure where the gas exchange takes place in the:

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Alveolus (located in the lung)

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Blood is composed of:

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Plasma RBC's (Red Blood Cells) WBC's (White Blood Cells) Platelets

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Glands that secrete their products into the bloodstream are_________________

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Endocrine

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Glands that secrete their products into ducts are called:

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Exocrine

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Four types of tissue are:

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Connective Muscle Epithelial Nervous

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The anatomical position is:

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Body erect Arms at side Palms forward

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Anatomy is:

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The study of the structure of all living things

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What is the purpose of deep transverse friction?

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Break up fibrosis

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"All or none" Principle means:

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If a muscle fiber contracts, it contracts completely

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The humerus articulates with the:

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Ulna

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What is best for locating spasm or pain?

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Effleurage and petrissage

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The basic unit of structure of all living things is the:

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Cell

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The Mediastinum is:

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Between the right and left pleural cavity In the thoracic cavity Contains the heart and trachea

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The primary functions of the muscles are:

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Heat Movement Posture

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Abduction is:

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Away from the midline of the body

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The universal blood donor is "O" wheras the universal recipient is:

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AB

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What medical term is used to describe "flow"

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Rrhea

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Which endangerment site is located behind the knee

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Popliteal Artery

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What is the best position for massaging a pregnant woman?

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Lateral Recumbent Position

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Massage is an appropriate for a client with arthritis only when:

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There is no pain

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B.L.B

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Bone Ligament Bone

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The first rule of massage is:

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Do not harm your client

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C.A.T.D.S

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Cecum Ascending Transverse Descending Sigmoid

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How does icing do?

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Decrease circulation Reduce pain

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Which muscle reaches from the thorax to the pubis?

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Rectus abdominis

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What muscle closes the mandible?

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Temporalis

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The microscopic sacs in the lungs are called?

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Alveoli

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What is pustule?

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Pimple with puss

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Macro:

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Large

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Know the benefits of massage

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Relax Increase blood circulation

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Moderate mechanical pressure to the skin will produce a reaction called?

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Vasodilation

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Which muscle aids in breathing and bends the trunk of the body?

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Intercostals

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A neuro-psychiatric client is manic-depressive. What do you do?

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Consult his guardian

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What most important, even if you are running behind and clients are waiting?

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Sheets and linens are changed and equipment disinfected between massages

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The interior of the heart contains how many chambers?

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4

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The circulate cone shaped movement of the arm is:

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Circumduction

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What is the surface of the skin called?

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Epidermis

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Itis

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Inflammation

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Plexus are a group of what?

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Nerves

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Four signs of inflammation are:

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Heat Redness Swelling Pain

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A mass of blood trapped in some tissue or cavity of the body from the result of internal bleeding with familiar black and blue color is called:

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Hematoma (bruise)

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Your client as a history of high blood pressure, what do you do?

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Refer to a physician

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The distal end of the clavicle articulates with what bone?

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Acromion

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Temperature of hot water that skin can withstand?

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98°F - 104°F (100°C)

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Hemi:

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Half

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What is the main action of the gluteus medius:

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Abduct thigh

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Max time given to appoint a new PMT (Primary Massage Therapist is)

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10 Days

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Within how many days must an establishment notify the board of change in PMT?

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5 Days

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Ulcer:

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Open sore erosion of the skin

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"Informed Consent" means:

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Therapist must tells client what kind of massage will be done

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A cancer of the skin characterized by dark patches of brown or black is:

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Malignant Melanoma

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What are the three muscles of the hamstrings group?

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Semitendinosus Semimembranous Bicep Femoris

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Who issues massage licenses?

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DCCA

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Inter

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Between

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What is metastasis?

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Migration of cancer cells

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the client's right to refusal?

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Anytime

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Name the fluid which surrounds the brain:

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Cerebral Spinal Fluid

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Primary effect of petrissage is to:

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Stretch

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What are the pathogenic disease causing organisms?

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Viruses Bacteria Fungi

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The deeper layer of the skin is:

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Dermis

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What is the olecranon

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Bone of the elbow

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When a sensation of a pain is felt at another part of the body this is called:

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Chronic pain

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What stance should be maintained when stretching the legs of a client by applying a pull against the ankle?

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Asymmetrical stance Lean back Keeping back straight

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If you break contact and now want to re-establish contact. You should tell the client you wil be touching him/her because:

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You may startle the client

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What is necrosis?

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Tissue Death

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Massage Establishment inside another establishment:

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Massage Establishment must be completely separated by four walls from other residential or businesses

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How many feet from the "Operation area" should the toilet be?

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200

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What areas can a licensed massage therapist in Hawaii workk on?

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Superficial soft parts of the body

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Can a licensed massage therapist use aids to massage?

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Yes Oils, lotions, creams, mechanical apparatus that is passed by US FDA

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Sponsoring Massage Therapist

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Must write letter of agreement for apprenticeship and letter concluding internship with hours completed and techniques used. Provides direct supervision for apprenticeship. Must have at least 3 years experience.

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What muscle is responsible for chewing?

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Masseter

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What is the radius to the ulna

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Lateral

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What is the purpose of draping

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Privacy/warmth

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What does QL (Quadratus Lumborum ) do?

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Keeps the spine erect

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Sweat is secreted by:

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Eccrine glands

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What activates the sweat glands

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ANS (Autnomic Nervous system)

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What is the function of the hyoid bone

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Supports the tongue

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Where are the kidneys located

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Above the waistline

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What is a foramen

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Hole

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What does latissimus dorsi do:

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Draws arms backwardds

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What is the action called when one or more muscles assist the prime mover:

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Synergy

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If a non-specific procedure is used successfully to treat a problem, this effect is called

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The placebo effect

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When the strength of muscle contraction decreases due to lack of use, this is called

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Muscle atrophy

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Your client is lying in the supine position and complains of lower back pain. What do you do first

answer

Place a pillow under his knee

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What term means condition of the blood

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emia (suffix)

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Which term indicated the use of ice

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Cry

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Which muscle is involved in the plantar flexion of the foot

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Soleous

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What is the function of Meisner's corpuscles

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Detect light touch

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What is the function of white corpuscles

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Defend the body

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How many segments are in the spinal cord

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31 (26 bones)

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Which is a highly contagious staphylococcal infection in young children

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Impetigo

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2nd degree burns are characterized by

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Blisters

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How many bones are in the vertebral column

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26

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A small, discolored patch on the skin like a freckle is

answer

Macule

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A small, elevated pimple in the skin containing fluid which may develop pus is

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Papule

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An abrasion of the skin caused by scratching or scraping is called:

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Fissure

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How many members are on the board

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5

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Members of the board are appointed by the

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Governor

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Moderate mechanical pressure to the skin will produce a reaction called:

answer

Vasodilation

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How many hours of theory and demonstration of massage must an apprentice complete

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100 hours

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What part of the thumb is Shiatsu performed:

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The digital ball of thumb

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Gliding over the body is called

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Effleurage (Stroking)

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When vibration is performed over a prolonged period of time, the client could experience

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Numbing

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When you perform upward deep effleurage on the lower extremities, the movement is called:

answer

Centripetal (deep massage)

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What technique is used on scar tissue at old injury sites

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Friction (deep massage)

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If the draping of a client falls and exposes his or her private parts, you

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Excuse yourself, re-drape, continue

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Percussion should never be performed on

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Bony areas

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The muscular movement in which the muscle shortens is called

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Isotonic (ex. lifting weights)

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What technique uses the palm of the hand perpendicular to the body part:

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Compression

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How many members of the board must have three years of experience

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3

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How many years must a sponsoring massage therapist be licensed

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3 years

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Why is the pre-massage assessment and consultation

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Determines clients needs Assess for contraindications First impressions are important

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The complex process by which food is used by a living organism is:

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Metabolism

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When applying effleurage, the pressure throughout the stroke should be

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Even

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Which is the largest organ of the body?

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Skin

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How many bones does the body contain

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206

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The movement of blood through the arteries, veins, and back to the heart is called

answer

Cardiovascular flow

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The proportion of clorox or lysol suitable for cleaning bathrooms and floors is

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5%-10%

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Lymphatics eventually returns to the

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Veins

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Lightly stroking the body with the hand is called

answer

Feathering

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What part of the structure is the eyes nose and cheeks called

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Facial

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Skeletal or voluntary muscles must also be

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Striated

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Blood flows toward the heart through the

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Vena Cava (Vena is Latin word for vein)

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What type of draping is preferable for a male in the supine position

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Loose draping

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What is an abnormal mass of proliferating cells called

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Neoplasm

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Which letters indicate a carbohydate

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ase (suffix)

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Structural levels of organization from smallest to largest is

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Cells Tissues Organs Systems

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Any linen that is contaminated by soiled bodily fluids should be

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Washed in soap and water immediately

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The two systems responsible for gas exchange are

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Respiratory and cardiovascular

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Who do you receive your license from after passing the exam

answer

DCCA (Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs)

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What term means 'Farther away' or further from the crown/below

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Caudal or inferior

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What is pathology

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The study of disease

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A sudden involuntary contraction of a muscle is called

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Spasm

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NOT muscles involved in breathing, respiration

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Quadriceps

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Where is the linea alba

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It runs along the rectus abdomonis

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What is the most important muscle of the lower back

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QL

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What muscle laterally flexes or bend the trunk

answer

QL

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What muscle keeps the spine erect

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Sacros spinalis

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A Sprain usually involves_____________.

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Ligaments

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In the anatomic position, which muscle is anteromedial to the humerus

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Biceps

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Three types of nerve cells are

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Afferent Efferent Interneuron

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Freely moving joints are

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Diarthrotic

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First touch of massage___________

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Stimulate then relax

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Example of a hinge joint_____________

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Elbow Knee Finger

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The shoulder joint is an example of:

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Ball and socket joint

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The vagus nerve

answer

Controls the heart and lungs

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The rotator cuff includes

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S.I.T.S Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus,Teres minor, Subscapularis

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The definition of distal

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Farther away from fixed end, body, trunk, or origin

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The definition of lateral

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On the side; farther from the midline of center

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Which muscles assists in chewing, closing the jaw

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Temporalis

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What does DCCA mean

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Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

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Heat therapy is good for:

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Tight muscles Cramps Spams Heat circulates blood to help healing process

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All are signs of inflammation except

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Bruise (tenderness, swelling, pain, redness, are all signs of inflammation)

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The universal blood donor type is:

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O

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The universal recipient is:

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AB

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Where are the subclavian and acromian located

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Below the clavicle

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The mitral valve is found between

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Left atrium and left ventricle

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What artery supplies blood to the neck, chest and upper part of the body

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Subclavian

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What transports deoxygenated blood from the heart

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Arteries

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The smallest component of the vascular system are the

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Capillaries

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What is the function of red blood cells

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Transport gas

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What is the function of white blood cells

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Defends body

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Pancreas secrete what

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Insulin

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The pituitary gland secretes what

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Growth Hormones

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Which body system is responsible for the elimination of waste products

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Excretory system

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What do the kidneys secrete and excrete

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Urine or Uric acid

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The basic functional unit of the kidneys are

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Nephron

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What is the function of the ureters

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Carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder

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The basic unit of structure for bones is the:

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Osteons

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If your client has HIV, under which circumstance can you refuse treatment:

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A) When your client thinks he is infected B) When you are afraid of being infected C) Only when client admits D) NONE OF THE ABOVE

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Which bone connects the tibia, fibula, and the navicular

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Talus

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What is the main physiological benefit of massage

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Increase blood circulation

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Spongy bone tissue is found

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At the end of long bones

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The origin of the semimembranosus and the semitendinosis is the

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Ischial tuberosity

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If only one side of the sternocleidomastoid is flexed. This will produce a movement called

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Contra-lateral rotation

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What supervises cell activity?

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Nucleus

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If the client with a deep tan has reddish bumps on back, what do you do?

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Avoid the infected area and refer to MD

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An itchy swollen lesion that lasts only a few hours:

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Wheal

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Which of the following bland is effective to the increased body temperature

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Sudoriferous (sweat gland)

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Where ileocecal Valve located?

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Between small and large intestines

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During your assessment you notice your client has a fever. What do you do

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Do not massage

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Muscle tissue stimulated repeatedly without rest will experience

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Fatigue

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The gluteus medius and the gemullar obturator are in the

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Hip

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What is the color of heart chakra?

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Green (envy)

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Principal therapist shall notify the board in writing of all changes in addresses and in personnel within_______

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48 Hours of change

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Application therapist shall be responsible for maintaining a file at the office the board, containing the:

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Name and address of establishment, out-call service, names/nicknames, license #'s and current residence of all massage therapists employed by establishment or out-call

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To be qualified as a Principal Massage Therapist_______.

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You must have a state license

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"Direct" supervision means:

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The control, direction, and instruction of an apprentice by sponsoring therapist who shall be on premises when the apprentice is training.

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What skin condition is healthy all except?

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Grayish color (grey)

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_____________is the application of pressure into the inbody to spread tissue against underlying structures.

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Compression

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The fascial sheaths:

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Gel when standing liquefies on agitation

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Which artery supplies blood to forearms, wrist, and thumbside of hands, back of hands and outer fingers?

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Radial artery

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Lymphatic (drainage) systems excrete at all places except?

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Cranial

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Dark patches:

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Melanoma

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A client with edema can be massage where?

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Cause is due to not being able to move body parts

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Which muscle extends the shoulder?

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Latissimus Dorsi (Scapula = Trapezius)

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What would be the best technique to use on the client with a twisted ankle?

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Effleurage

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What inflammation of the vein?

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Phlebitis

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Massage has benefits because it:

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Is a general method that supports homeostasis

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Elbow is what to the shoulder?

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Distal or Farther

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What is the required for the state exam besides the 150 hours and 420 hours?

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CPR certificate

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Connecting tissue provides all of the following EXCEPT?

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Memory

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All of the following are muscles of inspiration except:

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Quadriceps

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Application for a new license must be made within_____ days after the death of the owner or upon transfer of the establishment and out-call service.

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10 Days

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An establishment or out-call massage service shall notify the board within_____ days after the disassociation of its principal therapist

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5

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The_____ is not board approved

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Principal Therapist

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The imaginary line that divides the body horizontally into upper and lower portion is?

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Transverse plane

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What does Homeostasis mean:

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Internal Balance Stable Relative Constancy

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The passage way from the Pharynx to the stomach is called:

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Esophagus

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What digestive changes occurs in the small intestine?

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Food is completely digested and converted into absorbable substances

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C.M.E.N

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Connective Muscle Epithelial Neurons

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The skin layer which contains fat cells, blood and lymph vessels, seat and oil glands, hair follicles and nerve endings?

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Reticular layer

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The Bones of the upper and lower extremities including their corresponding girdles make up the ______ skeleton

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Appendicular

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The effect of compression on the nervous system is:

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Invigorating, produces lasting hyperemia in the tissue.

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Chucking, rolling, wringing, shaking are employed principally to massage which locations?

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Arms and legs (limbs)

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Blood in pulmonary arteries has high concentration of:

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

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Which muscle tissue is involuntary, non-straited and controlled by ANS and found in hollow organs?

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Smooth and retracts jaw

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"Sponsoring" Massage Therapist means:

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The therapist is licensed in a state for at least 3 years. Responsible for the direct supervision for an apprentice

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Proprioceptors:

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Assist in muscle function

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How do you avoid rancid odors collecting in sheets?

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Wash daily

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The suffix ase normally indicates a:

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Enzyme

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What occurs in the mouth:

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Saliva

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An apprentice must complete no less than ______ hours

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420

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What does ose mean:

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Sugars or carbohydrates

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Following are all facial membrane except

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Epithelial fascia

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What is anatomy

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The structure of the gross structure of the body or the study of an organism and the interrelation of its parts

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A system that keeps clients/therapists safe from diseases of blood?

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Universal precaution

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Connective tissue structure supports except:

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Memory Scar information

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How many main systems of the body are there?

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10

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If a massage practitioner has been experiencing increasingly severe low back pain and has a full practice of 20 clients/week what should they do to help themselves?

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Raise the table height to prevent torso bending to reduce back strain

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To prevent allergic reactions, the lubricant should have what scent?

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It should be scent free

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If a client complains of discomfort at the end of the stroke, what is the probable reason?

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The compressive force is distributed over a narrow base at the end of the stroke.

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C.N.S

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Central Nerve System

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