Client Assessment Reassessment & Treatment Planning Test

Which is true about passive range of motion tests? A. They focus primarily on inert tissues because contractile tissues are not employed B. Pain with movement indicates a problem in contractile tissues C. They involve both contractile and inert muscle tissues D. They primarily focus on contractile tissues whose concentric action is the same as the motion being performed

A. They focus primarily on inert tissues because contractile tissues are not employed

Which of the following is the most important skill for a practitioner to use during the assessment phase of a session? A. Active listening B. Passive listening C. Active range of motion D. Initial palpation

A. Active listening

What is the next step, after completion of health history and assessment? A. Analyze and interpret the data B. Develop a treatment plan C. Begin the massage session D. Choose the music for the massage session

A. Analyze and interpret the data

A therapist identifies that a client exhibits pain when the left lumbar area is palpated. Where is this information recorded in the S.O.A.P. chart? A. Objective section - O B. Subjective section - S C. Assessment section - A D. Plan section - P

A. Objective section - O

If a client's muscles feel like they are dissolving or falling away under pressure, this is a sign of: A. Poor nutrition B. Trigger points C. Hypertonicity D. Scar tissue

A. Poor nutrition

The informed consent document should contain: A. Potential benefits, as well as risks or side effects of treatment B. A suggestion for treatment length and frequency C. A question about the client's expectations for treatment D. An autobiography and therapist's mission statement

A. Potential benefits, as well as risks or side effects of treatment

Completion of the initial session should result in what, with both therapist and client input? A. Short - and long-term goal setting, along with treatment strategies for future sessions B. A plan for the next three to five sessions, with an agreement that adjustments may be necessary C. Short-term goal setting with a plan to revisit after three sessions D. Planning for subsequent sessions is independent of an overall treatment plan

A. Short - and long-term goal setting, along with treatment strategies for future sessions

John's client has requested a relaxation massage. Identify a treatment goal that John is likely to have, given this request. A. Stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system B. Perform techniques that will need the client to be interactive C. Perform techniques that are uncomfortable or cause pain

A. Stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system

Information the client gives the practitioner that is based on experience, opinion, and feeling is referred to as: A. Subjective data B. Anecdotal evidence C. Objective data D. Comprehensive analysis

A. Subjective data

A client reports that he/she did not sleep well and is fatigued. Where does the therapist record this information on the S.O.A.P. chart? A. Subjective section - S B. Assessment section - A C. Objective section - O D. Plan section - P

A. Subjective section - S

What type of information does the therapist directly assess during a palpation assessment? A. Temperature B. Client's pain level C. Referred sensation D. Tenderness

A. Temperature

Which of the following is not important aspect of assessment? A. The ethnic background of the client B. Indicates tissues that are most likely involved C. Directs choice of most appropriate treatment D. Determines if condition falls within practitioner's scope of practice

A. The ethnic background of the client

What is the main purpose for conducting strength testing? A. To determine whether a muscle or muscle group responds with enough strength to perform required functions without excessive recruiting of other muscles B. To discover the effect of neurologic functioning on the muscular system C. To discover which muscles are not responding adequately D. To provide a starting point increasing muscle stamina

A. To determine whether a muscle or muscle group responds with enough strength to perform required functions without excessive recruiting of other muscles

Whether a practitioner is performing a wellness massage or a therapeutic massage, the assessment begins with: A. Understanding the client's goals B. Performing range of motion tests C. Evaluating postural deviations D. Evaluating gait

A. Understanding the client's goals

Points on the body used to determine postural deviations that are both at the same horizontal level are called: A. Equidistant points B. Bilateral landmarks C. Anatomical neutral points D. Balance landmarks

B. Bilateral landmarks

Care plan development is based on the information obtained during the needs assessment. It includes applicable benefits of bodywork, a general description of methodologies to be used, time frame, and what else? A. Narrative reporting B. Client goals C. Text book protocol D. Informed consent

B. Client goals

How does the massage therapist determine length of time of the treatment? A. Practitioner's ability B. Client's needs C. Practitioner's routine D. Clock time

B. Client's needs

When massage is not expected to cure the pathology but is used to reduce some symptoms or improve the body's ability to cope, it is categorized as: A. Health maintenance B. Condition management C. Therapeutic change D. Comfort care

B. Condition management

Which of the following is included in a health history form? A. Marital status, sexual preference and income level B. Current and past health conditions, and prescription drug use C. Spouses job, type of car and favorite color D. Age of parents, siblings and grandparents

B. Current and past health conditions, and prescription drug use

Which of the following is used to determine a client's chief complaint? A. The session length B. Exacerbating factors and duration C. Diagnosis D. The client's profession

B. Exacerbating factors and duration

Tara has an appointment with a new client. Which is the proper sequence of events for her to follow in evaluation of the client? A. History and interview, palpation, postural observation and evaluation, strength tests, range of motion tests B. History and interview, postural observation and evaluation, palpation, range of motion tests, strength tests C. Postural observation and evaluation, palpation, history and interview, strength tests, range of motion tests D. Postural observation and evaluation, history and interview, range of motion tests, palpation, strength tests

B. History and interview, postural observation and evaluation, palpation, range of motion tests, strength tests

A client is reporting shooting pains in her shoulder and numbness down her arm. Which of the following questions is the most relevant follow-up? A. What in your diet may be contributing to your pain? B. How long has this been happening? C. Has anyone else in your family been injured in this way?" D. Do you think this is the result of lack of exercise?

B. How long has this been happening?

What should the massage therapist avoid when testing range of motion on the lower extremity of a supine client? A. Simultaneous knee extension and hip flexion B. Hyperextending the knee C. Medial hip rotation D. Lateral hip rotation with hip flexion

B. Hyperextending the knee

When performing a postural assessment, which position should the client be in? A. Anatomical position B. Normal standing position C. Side lying position D. Walking

B. Normal standing position

During postural assessment, a forward head position is observed. Which technique could be used to assess for tender areas within the muscles resulting from this postural deviation? A. Muscle testing B. Palpation C. Observation D. ROM

B. Palpation

What are three primary components of treatment plan? A. Clients goals, therapist's goals, and suggestions for self-care B. Suggestions for future treatment, suggestions for self-care and referral to other health professionals C. Clients goals, therapist's suggestions for future treatment, and referral to other health professionals D. Client and supportive family member goals, therapist's goals and suggestions for self-care

B. Suggestions for future treatment, suggestions for self-care and referral to other health professionals

In order to gradually relax the client's body, it is best to palpate the muscles from: A. Posterior to anterior B. Superficial to deep layers C. Deep to superficial layers D. Anterior to posterior

B. Superficial to deep layers

The initial intake primarily consists of two parts. What are they? A. Verbal interview, range of motion assessment B. Written health history, postural assessment C. Written health history, palpation assessment D. Written heath history, verbal interview

B. Written health history, postural assessment

Which is true about information obtained during assessment? A. Helps the massage professional diagnose the condition B. Is not often shared with the client C. Helps develop the treatment plan D. Helps determine outcomes but not massage application

C. Helps develop the treatment plan

This is the evaluation of a client's current condition and past experience in order to rule out contraindications and develop a treatment plan: A. Informed consent B. Consultation C. Assessment D. Palpation analysis

C. Assessment

What is the primary goal of an effective treatment program? A. Diagnosing and then treating the client's issues B. Provide a stress-free environment for optimal healing C. Assist the client in reaching their highest functional level with minimal risks D. Cure the client of all muscle aches and pains

C. Assist the client in reaching their highest functional level with minimal risks

Which of the following applies to the sexual preference of clients? A. It is required information for the intake form B. It is an important fact for the therapist to know C. It is confidential information and inappropriate to ask about it D. It is legal to collect on the intake form

C. It is confidential information and inappropriate to ask about it

What is the most important part of the client intake form? A. Insurance information B. Personal information C. Medical history D. Financial information

C. Medical history

What should the massage therapist do when a client is not able to fill out an intake form? A. Refer the client elsewhere B. Refuse to massage C. Offer to take the information verbally and fill out the form for the client D. Massage anyway

C. Offer to take the information verbally and fill out the form for the client

If a client is experiencing edema, her tissue will feel: A. Hard B. Toned C. Spongy D. Knotted

C. Spongy

Why is it important to maintain SOAP notes for each client session? A. To satisfy liability insurance requirements B. To stay within legal parameters C. To monitor the progress of the client D. To provide diagnostic information to the client

C. To monitor the progress of the client

In which ways can the client have the right to informed and voluntary consent for services? A. The massage professional doesn't need to have informed consent B. Only verbal and never written C. Verbal or written D. Only written and never verbal

C. Verbal or written

Informed consent as part of the initial intake is the client's authorization for professional service by attending therapist. It must be: A. It is not necessary as part of the initial intake B. Only written and never verbal C. Only verbal and never written D. Either written or verbal

D. Either written or verbal

A client tells a massage practitioner that he has been feeling pain low in the abdomen and often experiences painful urination, and asks the therapist's opinion as to what the cause might be. What should the therapist respond? A. "You have a kidney infection. I know a great herbalist who can treat it naturally." B. "It's probably nothing, but call your Doctor for an appointment to be sure." C. "It's probably a kidney infection. It helps to drink cranberry juice, and you definitely call your doctor: D. 'It's beyond my scope of practice even to guess. If I were you I'd call my Doctor."

D. 'It's beyond my scope of practice even to guess. If I were you I'd call my Doctor."

Eric has a client for whom accommodations for massage include side-laying or semi reclining position to assist ease of breathing. In addition, it is suggested that abdominal massage be avoided because of intestinal involvement of the disease. Which disease has the client been diagnosed with? A. Myasthenia Gravis B. Huntington's Disease C. Yes, but the client requires a side-lying position for comfort D. Cystic Fibrosis

D. Cystic Fibrosis

During general observations of the client, a therapist might gather information about: A. General opinions the client holds about massage B. The client's general health-care goals C. The client's past medical conditions D. General freedom of movement

D. General freedom of movement

If a client has a very flat or minimal lordotic curve in the lumbar region, which muscle is most likely to be short/tight? A. Gluteus minimus B. Quadriceps C. Tensor fascia latae D. Hamstrings

D. Hamstrings

Which nerve innervates the anterior compartment of the forearm and, when compressed at the wrist, can result in carpal tunnel syndrome? A. Radial B. Ulnar C. Axillary D. Median

D. Median

A massage therapist takes the history of a patient, performs a physical assessment to identify benefits of the treatment, and provides information for developing a care plan. What is all this called? A. Objective assessment B. Informed consent C. SOAP charting D. Needs assessment

D. Needs assessment

Which is used to devise an initial treatment plan with a new client? A. Payment in cash before beginning the session B. Knowledge of scope practice C. Soap notes and physical assessment D. Needs assessment and physical assessment

D. Needs assessment and physical assessment

When conducting the verbal portion of the client intake session, what kinds of questions are most likely to encourage conversation and yield the most beneficial information? A. Multiple choice questions B. Closed-ended questions C. True/False questions D. Open-ended questions

D. Open-ended questions

The practice of assessing a client's tissues through touch is known as: A. Structural assessment B. Gait assessment C. Functional assessment D. Palpation assessment

D. Palpation assessment

Which of the following would not be necessary component of an informed consent document? A. Permission to receive massage therapy B. Right to refuse or suspend treatment C. Understanding that the massage therapist does not prescribe or diagnose D. Range of motion throughout the body

D. Range of motion throughout the body

Which four types of information are acquired during palpation assessment? A. Temperature, tenderness, tightness, test of range of motion B. Temperature, tightness, tonicity, texture C. Temperature, texture, tone, time D. Temperature, tone, texture, tenderness

D. Temperature, tone, texture, tenderness

When palpating the muscles of the upper back, the most superficial muscle is the: A. Erector B. Intercostal C. Rhomboid D. Trapezius

D. Trapezius