Module 4 Practice Tests

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When was the art of qigong first introduced?

1000 bce

Bette had breakfast at 8:00 am. What is the earliest time that she should perform yoga?

10:00 am

A practitioner must complete _____ hours of training to earn a national certification for reflexology.

200

Which of these people should NOT use juniper oil in aromatherapy treatments?

Allie, who is pregnant

Which statement about massage therapy training is false?

An associate's degree is a prerequisite to massage therapy school.

Which of these people would benefit most from using bee pollen?

Armand, who has an enlarged prostate

The Reiki symbol Tam-a-Ra-Sha is also known as the:

Balancing Factor

Rosa sits on the floor and uses a small pillow to raise her hips a little so that her knees can touch the ground, forming a tripod base that gives her 360-degree stability. Rosa is in the _____ position.

Burmese

The former schoolteacher, farmer, and grocer who founded the concept of chiropractic medicine in Davenport, Iowa was:

Daniel D. Palmer

Although the exact history of Reiki involves some uncertainty, the development of Reiki is attributed to:

Dr. Mikao Usui

One of the most famous healers of the modern era was _____, who was known as the Sleeping Prophet because this person would lie down, enter a trance state, and then give readings.

Edgar Cayce

Which of these people CANNOT have a chiropractic adjustment?

Elijah, who is on an anticoagulant medication

Which type of massage is a form of Western massage that uses the sound of waves in the background, and long, slow strokes?

Esalen

Which strategy will NOT help you be mindful?

Focus on your expectations of the situation.

Which chiropractic technique involves applying different levels of pressure to address specific misaligned joints?

Gonstead

Which type of dance uses well-defined movements in which different parts of the body seem not to be related with each other?

Gurdjieff Sacred Dances

How does watsu differ from other forms of shiatsu?

It is performed in a pool of water.

Which statement about hypnosis is false?

It is used to make sure that thinking and behavior stay the same.

When using the solvent extraction method, what is done with the concrete?

It is warmed and stirred with alcohol.

How does meditation impact the nervous system?

It reduces the activity of the sympathetic nervous system and increases the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system.

_____, the author of The Practice of Aromatherapy, worked as an army surgeon and used essential oils as antiseptics during World War II.

Jean Valnet

Which meditation technique often includes a story, question, or statement that can't be understood by rational thinking, but can be solved through intuition?

Koan meditation

Which statement about meditation is true?

Meditation may stimulate people to become aware of feelings such as mental anguish.

Which statement about the human biofield is false?

Most practitioners of Western medicine believe the biofield can be manipulated for personal wellbeing.

The use of plants and the bark of certain trees was practiced by:

Native American Indians and early Americans

A. beginners will injure themselves by trying to do more advanced positions

No answer text provided.

Swedish massage was developed by:

Per Henrik Ling

Which person should NOT use essential oils without consulting with his or her doctor first?

Quinton, who has asthma

In which energy therapy are practitioners said to serve as a channel for life force energy and use their hands to transmit life force energy to the ill?

Reiki

Who was the chemist who originated the term aromatherapy and began his research after burning his hand then putting it in lavender oil which aided in healing?

Rene-Maurice Gattefosse

Which of the following is NOT one of the NCCIH guidelines for choosing an energy therapist?

Sample each of the energy therapies before deciding which works best for you.

Which Reiki symbols is used for mental and emotional healing?

Sei Hei Ki

During a recent yoga class, Calvin's instructor showed him how to move into a headstand position. Which position did the instructor teach Calvin how to perform?

Shirshasana

A study of certified psychiatrists in New Jersey found that those who recommended herbal remedies to their patients most often recommended:

St. John's wort

Which medium is applied to the client's skin when performing reflexology?

Talcum powder

Which statement about Sufi whirling is false?

The dancers can only dance alone, and not with a partner.

Which statement about lomi lomi is correct?

The massage therapist may work on more than one part of the body at a time.

Which statement about therapeutic hypnosis is correct?

Therapeutic hypnosis can help people learn to master their own states of awareness.

What is the advantage of buying standardized herbs?

They contain a known minimal level of the major active ingredients.

What happens to saponins when you place them in water?

They froth and form a lather.

The _____ chiropractic technique involves analyzing the length of the legs, and uses a drop table for adjustment.

Thompson

Who introduced zone therapy to the United States and wrote and published a book called Zone Therapy?

William Fitzgerald

Which type of meditation is practiced by way of sitting in preparation for calming the body and mind?

Zen meditation

A 2004 study measuring the influence of Reiki on several mechanisms in the autonomic nervous system found that Reiki was associated with:

a reduction in mean blood pressure

What is Rescue Remedy?

a specific combination of five Bach® Original Flower Remedies intended to help people cope with everyday situations

A plant extraction obtained by using chemical solvents is called a(n):

absolute

Caitlyn is preparing a hot bath and wants to add some essential oils. To do so, she should:

add five to eight drops after getting in the water

The chiropractic spinal manipulation, or _____, is a process of manipulating misaligned vertebrae or other joints in the body.

adjustment

Clary sage oil helps with:

aging skin

What flower remedy is used for people who keep their troubles and unhappiness hidden, may use alcohol or other drugs to remain happy, and like to be around friends, parties, and bright lights?

agrimony

Katrina wants to make a tincture from some of her herbs. To bring out the herbal properties, Katrina should soak the herbs in a solution with a(n) _____ base.

alcohol

Which herbal supplement is used for skin wounds and other skin conditions as well as for peptic ulcers and gastrointestinal health?

aloe vera

You should NOT use pans made of _____ for brewing teas because this material disintegrates into the herbal preparation.

aluminum

What did the ancient Egyptians use Kyphi for?

an offering to the gods

Milk thistle seed is a potent:

anti-inflammatory and antioxidant

Clove oil does NOT have _____ properties.

antidepressant

The ceremony of initiation to the force of energy in Reiki is called:

attunement

During Vipassana meditation, the most important aspect is to:

be watchful of the breath as it comes and goes

Which of the Bach® Original Flower Remedies is recommended for people who need to see more good and beauty in all that surrounds them?

beech

It is possible to measure:

bioelectrical energy, but not biofield energy

Oakmoss and pine resin were used by the Egyptians during:

mummification

An infused oil is a carrier oil that has been mixed with:

one or more herbs

What is the main herb used in the practice of smudging?

sage

Intercessory prayer involves praying to heal:

someone a great distance away

The term _____ refers to an inner sense of believing that something is greater than oneself or some sense that there is a meaning to existence higher than oneself.

spirituality

What massage technique is good for releasing tension in the neck, shoulders, back, and feet, and involves the therapist placing his or her thumbs on the skin and leaning into them, holding for 10 seconds then moving to another pressure point?

static pressure

What is the most common method used to extract essential oils?

steam distillation

What does a Gauss rating measure?

strength of magnetic pull

The International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT) describes the practice of Reiki as a Japanese technique for _____ that also promotes healing.

stress reduction

Which oil is antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic, boosts immunity, can be applied to toenails to treat fungus infections, and is not recommended for baths due to possible irritation?

tea tree oil

Which type of essential oil is NOT used as a carrier oil?

tea tree oil

NCCIH recommends that people thinking about using meditation practices should:

tell their healthcare providers about their use of meditation and any other complementary and alternative practices

The Bach Remedies were once classified into three groups including all of the following EXCEPT:

the Nine Tinctures

Which type of massage is a form of Eastern massage?

tuina

Kinhin refers to _____ while meditating.

walking

Ray recently went for a massage, which was performed on a mat rather than on a table. During the massage, the practitioner pointed out several marmas on Ray's body, and explained that the session would help relax and detoxify his body. Which type of massage did Ray have?

Ayurvedic massage

Which of the Bach® Original Flower Remedies is known as the cleansing remedy and is supposed to help people who have poor self-concept or self-esteem?

crab apple

In Reiki, symbols and mantras are used during the healing process to:

create vibration

Herbs that are collected and dried, cut, and sifted are called _____ herbs.

crude

Qigong is a reference to the skill or practice of:

cultivating energy

Massage is NOT thought to:

increase blood glucose levels in children with diabetes

A bolus is designed to be:

inserted as a suppository

The FDA tips paper titled Tips for the savvy supplement user: Making informed decisions and evaluating information does NOT recommend:

interpreting the word natural to mean healthful and safe

Some studies suggest that peppermint oil may improve symptoms of which condition?

irritable bowel syndrome

Apana is energy that:

is supposed to awaken us emotionally

In the _____ degree of Reiki training, the practitioner integrates symbolism into the healing process, and has been further trained in the placement of hands for the purpose of healing the nonphysical realm.

second

The _____ phase of qigong history is often referred to as the religious era of qigong.

second

Part of the task of the _____ meditation technique is to develop moment-to-moment sensitivity of the physical, mental, and emotional dimensions.

silent mind

The misalignment of a vertebra is called a(n):

subluxation

Cat's claw is most commonly used to:

support immune system

When massaging a medically fragile person, the massage therapist should:

use lighter pressure and perform a shorter massage

Henry just picked some lemons from his uncle's lemon tree, and wants to use the expression method to create oil of lemon. To do so, Henry needs to:

wash the lemon with an abrasive and then separate the oil by centrifugation

Patrick, a chiropractor, has a patient who requires a lumbar spine adjustment. Which part of his body will Patrick most likely use to direct the thrust when adjusting the patient's lumbar spine?

wrist bone

Many health and medical specialists use biofeedback to help their patients:

cope with pain

Mandalas are complex designs with a _____ pattern or motif.

circular

Which type of essential oils has the shortest shelf life?

citrus oils

A study of the effects of qigong practice on post-menopausal breast cancer survivors found that qigong:

improved post-treatment fatigue

The mind-body intervention used by many professions to train people to improve their health using their own body's electrical signals from the muscles or brain is called:

biofeedback

Garlic, ginkgo, and ginger may increase the risk of:

bleeding

Practitioners of qigong believe disease or illness takes hold when the flow of qi is:

blocked

Which method is NOT used as a diagnostic tool for chiropractors?

blood test

When using Reiki, in order for healing to occur, a person must:

both ask for healing and give something in return

The neo-dissociation model suggests that hypnosis activates a subsystem of _____ parts.

both psychological and physiological

Reiki movements are used through each of the following methods EXCEPT:

by spelling the symbol name five times

Mixers believe that subluxations:

can lower resistance to disease

Chiropractic care has NOT been shown to:

cure disease

Sweet chestnut is recommended for people experiencing which emotion?

despair

Examples of mind-body interventions include all of the following EXCEPT

dietary supplements

What are nosodes made from?

discharges of diseases

The stage of hypnosis in which the participant can let go of critical thoughts and gain the capacity to compartmentalize his or her experience is called:

dissociation

According to the American Chiropractic Association, the proper title for doctors of chiropractic (DC) is:

doctor

Which yoga pose strengthens the upper body?

downward dog

What herbal supplement is believed to stimulate the immune system to help fight infections and has been used to treat or prevent colds, flu, and other infections?

echinacea

Which type of device is commonly used during biofeedback to monitor brain wave activity?

electroencephalography

Kyla is performing a Swedish massage, and is working on her client's back. She places her hands palm-side down on the client's lower back, and then smoothly slides them upward, leaning into the movement while maintaining a straight back. As she nears the end of the stroke, she spreads her fingers wide on both sides and slowly releases pressure. Which massage movement is Kyla using?

fan stroking

The phase of qigong in which a mix of practices has been incorporated from a multitude of countries and the secrecy of the religious elders has been broken:

final phase

Which Reiki symbol activates available energy?

first symbol

Which type of flavonoid is found in citrus fruits and juices?

flavanones

Research suggests that _____ may be a safe alternative for alcohol abuse.

kudzu

What type of mediation involves focusing on the present, and being aware of our present thoughts and actions in a nonjudgmental way?

mindfulness meditation

Which type of oil is contraindicated for infant massage?

mineral oil

The final stage of a therapeutic touch treatment is sometimes referred to as:

modulation

The WHO AM I technique requires:

negating your false self

Chiropractors have historically supported:

neither vaccination nor water fluoridation

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine places energy therapies into what two categories?

biofield and bioelectrical

Which aromatherapy oil clears the respiratory system of excess phlegm and aids urinary tract infections?

cedar wood oil

In therapeutic touch, the _____ stage involves a form of meditation that allows the practitioner to focus on their own energy field in preparation for transmission to the patient

centering

Laboratory studies suggest that green tea may help protect against:

certain cancers

Which essential oil is generally accepted for use on babies?

chamomile

Janet tends to make the same mistakes over and over again. Which flower remedy would Dr. Bach recommend to Janet?

chestnut bud

The pigment found in dark green leafy vegetables which absorbs energy from the sun and is reported to have antioxidant and cancer cell retardant properties.

chlorophyll

Floraol extraction produces an oil that is:

clear and free of wax

Carrier oils are best if they have been:

cold pressed

Which process of making essential oils involves using high mechanical pressure to force the oils out?

cold-pressed extraction

The DSHEA states that dietary supplements:

contain one or more dietary ingredients and are labeled as over-the-counter medications

Deeper pressure on specific areas of muscle tension during Swedish massage is called:

deep tissue massage

In _____, the hands are placed across the body with fingers together and thumbs slightly stretched, and the stroke should be smooth, initially without pressure.

effleurage

Trina just bought some herbs that she plans to make use of this weekend. Until she is ready to use, them Trina should place them in a(n):

empty sealed glass container inside of a dark, cool cupboard or cabinet

Joshua, a massage therapist, is preparing the massage lotion for his next client, Cassie, who is pregnant. Which type of oil would be an appropriate choice for Joshua to add to the massage lotion he will use on Cassie?

eucalyptus oil

Which herbal supplement has been used for skin disorders such as eczema since the 1930s?

evening primrose

According to the 2007 National Center for Health Statistics survey, the most commonly used natural product during the past 30 days was reported to be:

fish oil omega 3

Which chemical class does NOT include phytoestrogens?

flavonoids

Most movements in qigong involve a significant emphasis on:

flexibility

Herbs are NOT commonly used

for contraceptive purposes

The movements performed in qigong are referred to as:

forms

Ted purchased an electric diffuser so he could use aromatherapy at home. After Ted adds the recommended amount of water to his diffuser, how many drops of essential oil should he place in the water?

four to eight

In Reiki, the _____ symbol is for healing and restoring the flow of energy.

fourth

On which part of the body is it appropriate to perform basic kneading movements?

front of the thighs

The _____ position is a seated position that is very stable and symmetrical and involves placing both legs on the opposite thigh.

full lotus

One of the first aromatic practices was _____, in which plant oils were burned, creating a great deal of smoke that engulfed sickrooms.

fumigation

Which type of electrotherapy involves high-voltage pulsed stimulation using direct current to stimulate deep tissue without producing tissue damage?

galvanic stimulation

Mason is on a long-distance road trip with his friends, but he is starting to feel nauseous. When they pull off an exit to get some lunch, Mason notices a natural food store nearby. He goes in and finds that they have an herbal supplement section. Which herbal remedy should Mason choose to alleviate his nausea?

ginger root

Which two supplements are commonly taken together for the treatment of osteoarthritis?

glucosamine and chondroitin

The theory of reflexology is that the body is divided into 10 energy loops that start at, and then return to, the:

hands and feet

Leo has had several Reiki sessions and is considering becoming a Reiki healer himself. In order to become a Reiki healer, Leo must:

have the art passed on to him from a Reiki master

Justin is going to have an Alexander Technique lesson this afternoon. He can expect to:

have the instructor touch his neck, shoulders, back, and hips

People who do not like to be alone, even though they are obsessed with themselves, should use which of the Bach® Original Flower Remedies?

heather

One of the effects of meditation is that it:

helps drop cholesterol levels

Botanicals are commonly classified as either:

herbs or spices

Which combination of techniques is used most often in chiropractic medicine?

high velocity, short lever, and low force

Willow encourages a person to be:

humble?confident

The floral water or distillate water that remains after distilling an essential oil is called:

hydrosol

Jessie went to a chiropractic doctor because she was having pain in her ankle whenever she walked. Toward the end of her appointment, the doctor wrapped her ankle with a bandage and instructed her to avoid moving the ankle for the next few days. Which method did Jessie's doctor use on her ankle?

immobilization therapy

Which is NOT a supposed benefit of the Alexander Technique?

improved liver function

Will lacks self-confidence and doesn't consider himself as good as others around him. Whenever he tries something new, he expects to fail. Which of the Bach® Original Flower Remedies would be most beneficial to Will?

larch

Which form of herb is specifically intended to be rubbed into sore muscles and joints?

liniment

Of the subgroup of energy therapies known as bioelectromagnetic therapy, which is the most commonly seen and most controversial?

magnet or magnetic therapy

The native Indians of Peru used quinine to treat:

malaria

A word or phrase repeated during meditation is called a(n):

mantra

Chiropractic medicine is a method of treatment based on the belief that the _____ systems interact, and if that interaction is blocked, disease and/or pain will occur.

nervous, skeletal, and muscular

Carrier oils that contain fatty acids:

nourish the skin and cause the oil to become rancid faster

Which chiropractic philosophy focuses solely on the correction of chiropractic vertebral subluxations?

objective straight

One of the basic principles of mind-body interventions is that:

overall health improves when people are optimistic and have a positive outlook on life

The FDA has warned that taking valerian as a sleep aid may cause:

overstimulation

White willow bark is used most commonly today for the treatment of:

pain

The majority of research in the use of magnets for health purposes is in the area of:

pain control

Alkaloids are commonly used in which type of drug?

painkillers

This oil is known as the world's oldest medicine, may be safely ingested, can help with digestive disorders and nausea, and is used in soap, shampoo, and tea.

peppermint oil

What massage technique involves striking the body using different parts of the hands, keeping the wrists loose, beginning slowly and increasing to moderate speed, then building to a crescendo and stopping abruptly? knuckling

percussion

During which phase of a clinical study are the effectiveness and side effects of a drug tested on 100 to 300 people with the disease to be treated by the drug?

phase 2

Carter, a therapeutic touch practitioner, is beginning the assessment stage. What should he do with his hands during this stage?

place them a few inches above the patient's body, palms down, and move them in a sweeping motion

A(n) _____ is a preparation of a fresh, dry, ground, or powdered herb or herbal mixture that is wrapped in thin cloth and applied to the skin, or may be applied directly to the skin.

poultice

Yoga is believed to increase the body's store of _____, or vital energy.

prana

Qigong is famous in China for:

promoting health

What energy therapy utilizes physical forms, focused breathing, and deliberate movement to access and redistribute energy?

qigong

When it comes to choosing the most appropriate Bach® Original Flower Remedies for personal use, it is most important to:

recognize exactly how you are feeling

Reform chiropractors:

recommend chiropractic care only for musculoskeletal disorders

Massage therapy used during a chiropractic session relaxes the joints or muscle tension, and also:

reduces swelling

The Alexander Technique is a process in which people can learn to:

release muscular tension

Which of the Bach® Original Flower Remedies is recommended to help a person experiencing feelings of terror?

rock rose

Which form of breathing energy is supposed to be the balancing energy and the digressive breath?

samana

Internal qigong is NOT designed to:

seal meridians

In Reiki, energy received from a master can be released through:

the hands

A review of studies noted that qigong was found to increase:

the volume of blood flow to the limbs

Of the four predominant time frames in qigong history, in which did qigong become used as a martial art and the animal forms came to being?

third phase

Jan is undergoing training to become a Reiki master. How many levels of training must she complete in order to be considered a Reiki master?

three

The third stage of therapeutic touch, in which the practitioner seeks to smooth out the patient's energy field, moving hands in long sweeping strokes is called:

unruffling

Although there is little scientific evidence to support doing so, many people use cranberry fruit or juice to treat:

urinary tract infections

Alfalfa contains vitamin K, which helps the body form blood clots, so it should not be taken with which medication?

warfarin (Coumadin)

Which of the Bach® Original Flower Remedies is recommended for quiet and dignified people who are talented and capable, but who seem proud and disdainful of others?

water violet


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