Final- One- Non-System Salvo Chapters

Which of the following best describes a positive statement that when frequently read silently or aloud has the power to change your behavior and how you approach aspects of your life such as relationships, health, and career?

Affirmation

Which of the following is the smallest structural and functional unit that can exist as a self-sustaining entity?

Cell

Which of the following is the structure that separates intracellular fluid from extracellular fluid and that functions like a semipermeable filter?

Cell membrane

When using effleurage on upper and lower extremities, in which direction is deep pressure generally applied?

Centripetally

Terms referring to the head often begin with:

Cephal-

Which of the following pertains to the neck?

Cervical

Which of the following activities should be done when you first encounter an unconscious adult?

Check for responsiveness to determine whether there is an actual emergency; then call 911 if so.

Which of the following best promotes a safe and accessible treatment facility?

Checking and tightening loose knobs on massage tables before each business day

Guidelines for effective body mechanics include what?

Checking in with the lower back, hips, and knees

Which of the following represents how the body is organized, from least complex to most?

Chemicals, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organism

The first written records of massage date back to 3000 BC in which country?

China

Which of the following best describes what occurs when the trachea is blocked and the affected person cannot breathe?

Choking

Which of the following best describes the occupational domain of the wellness model?

Choosing a satisfying career and contributing to society through volunteer efforts

Which of the following best represents an absolute contraindication?

Chronic disease in an exacerbation stage

What causes repetitive strain injury?

Chronic misuse of the body

Which of the following products should be avoided when cleaning table fabrics because they may degrade the fabrics?

Citrus oil-based products

The therapeutic relationship is a creative process distinct to each therapist that serves the best interest of whom?

Client

When adjusting table height, which is a factor to take into account?

Client girth

Which of the following is the process of applying knowledge and expertise to a solution that best supports the client's therapeutic goals?

Clinical reasoning

Which of the following best describes a direct question that often requires an affirmative, denial, or factual statement?

Closed-ended

Which of the following are the most common butters used in massage lubricants?

Cocoa, jojoba, and Shea

When payment is collected for massage services, the therapist must

Collect only those taxes collected by other medical professionals for similar services

A tip for documentation is to use what?

Commonly accepted medical abbreviations

Which of the following best describes the act of exchanging information through words, actions, behaviors, body language, and feelings?

Communication

The suffix for lordosis, scoliosis and kyphosis is "osis" which means:

Condition

What term describes the act of keeping information private or secret, refraining from disclosing the information without consent?

Confidentiality

Which of the following best describes the external presentation of words and actions that coincide with one's internal world of thoughts and feelings?

Congruency

Which of the following tissues form the framework for organs and glands and provides transportation and defensive functions?

Connective

Which of the following is the most common method of disease transmission?

Contact

Which of the following is the primary source of disease transmission?

Contact with human hands

Which of the following are methods of pathogen transmission?

Contact, vehicle, and vector

Which of the following best describes the uninterrupted flow of techniques and the unbroken transition from one technique to the next?

Continuity

Which of the following is a situation requiring the massage therapist to modify techniques or refrain from using them to avoid possible harm?

Contraindication

Where is the skull in relation to the scalp?

Deep

Which of the following diseases is caused by a lack of an essential nutrient in an individual's diet or by an individual's inability to digest and absorb a particular nutrient?

Deficiency

The suffix "-clast" means

Destroy

Which of the following is a way of establishing and maintaining professional boundaries?

Develop and follow a treatment plan

Which of the following is the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration?

Diffusion

Which of the following pertains to the fingers and/or toes?

Digital

Which of the following best describes providing first and immediate responses during health or medical crises to minimize loss of life?

Emergency preparedness

The suffix associated with a blood condition:

Emia

Which of the following best describes the ability to comprehend the unique world of another through that person's perspective without mistaking that perspective with your own?

Empathy

Which of the following is a network of curved sacs arranged in parallel rows, found near the center of a cell, that helps transport cellular materials?

Endoplasmic reticulum

Which of the following tissues covers external and internal structures, such as the skin and blood vessels, and lines open and closed body cavities?

Epithelial

Which of the following represent the four principal types of tissues?

Epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous

What Californian educational institution influenced the development and popularization of massage therapy, altering how we view massage therapy today?

Esalen Institute

Which of the following concepts is associated with human duty, appropriate conduct, and responsibility?

Ethical issues

Ideally, how often should the massage therapist perform resistance exercises for optimal results?

Every other day

Once licensed the therapist will renew their license

Every two years at the end of the month of their birth

Continuing education cycles for massage therapist

Every two years from the date of licensure (January-odd year to December 31 even years)

Any word ending with "-ectomy" usually means:

Excision or cut out

Which of the following best describes the distance a massage technique travels over the body?

Excursion

Before proceeding with a massage the therapist must

Explain general draping techniques

The prefix "cryo" as in cryotherapy means:

Extreme cold or ice

The national examinations for licensure are currently given by which organization

FSMTB

Which of the following best describes a massage table accessory that allows a client's neck to remain relatively straight while the client lies prone or face-down?

Face rest

The prefix "lipo" is associated with:

Fat

Which of the following nutrients acts as an energy reserve, storing energy for later use as well as protecting and insulating the body?

Fats

The prefix "anti" means to be:

Against or opposed

Any word beginning with "contra-"refers to:

Against or opposite

Which of the following is appropriate in the bow stance?

Align the spine.

If an Allegations Report is completed and sent to the Office of Investigations which of the following is true

All pieces of evidence or anything sent as supportive information become property of the State of Tennessee

"Para" means

Alongside

Which of the following sources of light is ideal for a massage room?

Ambient lighting

What is the original massage technique in China and the precursor to manual and energetic therapies?

Amma

The body's center of gravity is located where?

An inch or two below and behind the navel

"itis" as in appendicitis means:

An inflammation

Which of the following organizations developed and released the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination in 2008?

Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards

In which area of the therapist's body should begin any changes in posture and body mechanics?

Feet

Criminal convictions must be reported if they are

Felony, Conviction for sex crimes, Conviction for physical injury of another or threat of injury, or Conviction for drug use

Which of the following pertains to the thigh?

Femoral

Which of the following is classified as soluble and insoluble?

Fiber

Lacking, without or not are meanings for:

An-

Which type of cartilage is found between vertebrae and in the meniscus of the knee?

Fibrocartilage

Which of the following is the movement of water and molecules across a cell membrane as a result of pressure?

Filtration

Which of the following is the study of the structures of the human body and their positional relationships to one another?

Anatomy

According to the text, which of the following methods is advised to help keep the drape in contact with your client's skin while he or she is turning over?

Anchor

To relax the hips, legs, and feet, a bolster should be placed under where?

Ankles of a prone client

Which of the following represents sexual risk management?

Avoiding terms of endearment, such as "honey" or "sweetie"

Which of the following refers to the armpit?

Axillary

"Retro" has the meaning:

Backward

Which of the following pathogens are single-cell organisms and can be spiral-shaped or rod-shaped?

Bacteria

An alluring ad that brings clients in but is not offered to client because higher priced services are "pushed" is called:

Bait and switch

In providing any service for compensation or otherwise you must

Be physically and mentally capable of performing it

Pre or pro both have the meaning of:

Before, front

When the massage therapist applies techniques along a client's limb, what does movement of the therapist's body using proper body mechanics involve?

Beginning by moving the trailing foot forward

"Flex" means to:

Bend

Which of the following are considered "cool" colors?

Blue, violet, and green

According to James Borg, which type of human communication is expressed 93% of the time, much of it subconsciously?

Body language

Balance, breathing, strength, and stability are all essential to what?

Body mechanics

What is the use of foot stances, body postures, and leverage techniques to deliver massage and bodywork while reducing the risk of therapist injury?

Body mechanics

According to the chapter, which of the following is a generic term used to describe any therapeutic or personal self-development practice that may include massage, healing touch, movement, or energetic work?

Bodywork

Which of the following best describes pillows and other cushioned devices used to support clients in prone, supine, side-lying, and seated positions?

Bolsters

Which of the following best describes guidelines, rules, and limits within relationships that identify reasonable, safe, and acceptable ways of interacting with others?

Boundaries

When performing massage techniques from one point to the next along the client's body, the therapist should use which foot stance?

Bow

Which of the following refers to the arm?

Brachial

Which of the following are considered good sources of carbohydrates?

Breads, cereals, potatoes, beans, peas, and honey

According to William Barry, author and massage therapy instructor, what is the foundation of massage therapy?

Breathing

Which of the following is currently the most common malpractice claim against massage therapists?

Burns from hot stones

Two hours of continuing education must ALWAYS include

Business, ethics or substance abuse

Which of the following pertains to the posterior leg?

Calf

Which of the following best describes a unit of energy-producing potential received from food?

Calorie

Which of the following diseases is characterized by uncontrollable growth of abnormal and purposeless cells that can accumulate into masses called tumors?

Cancer

If you earn a degree in a field not related to health care, you

Cannot mislead the public with the information

Which of the following body systems combats hemorrhage and blood loss?

Cardiovascular

Which of the following is an example of a repetitive strain injury?

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Which of the following is an example of sexual misconduct?

Flirtatious behavior

Which of the following should come first when practicing proper body mechanics?

Focus and attention

The prefix "quad" means

Four

The massage therapist must retain his/her certificate as evidence of obtaining continuing education for

Four years

The prefixes "ante" and "post" refer to (respectively):

Front and behind

The prefix "ante" means:

Front, before or toward

What plane divides the body into anterior and posterior sections?

Frontal

Which of the following is an example of a healthy conflict resolution strategy?

Gathering information before making a decision

In 1856 who introduces the Swedish Movement system in the United States?

George Henry Taylor and Charles Fayette Taylor

If a client who is experiencing hypoglycemia is conscious and coherent, what should the massage therapist do?

Give him or her food or beverage that contains sugar.

The meaning of sugar or sweet is associated with:

Glu or gly

The prefix "circum" as in "circumnavigate" means:

Go around

In order to become licensed one must

Graduate from approved program, pass the MBLEx exam and apply to the state

What must be within 20 feet of any massage service?

Hand Cleansing Capabilities

What is the single most important strategy in infection control?

Hand hygiene

Which of the following best describes a type of sexual misconduct consisting of nonconsensual sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other conduct of a sexual nature?

Harassment

Who was the first known scientist to demonstrate that blood circulation is impelled by the beat of the heart through arteries and veins?

Harvey

Which of the following best describes a condition of physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being and the absence of disease?

Health

Which of the following is the capacity of individuals to obtain and understand information and services to make appropriate health care decisions?

Health literacy

Which of the following best describes a sudden disruption of blood flow to the heart caused by a blood clot or hemorrhage from a broken blood vessel?

Heart attack

Which of the following conditions is associated with the acute care principle "time is muscle?"

Heart attack

"Therm" refers to

Heat

Who is generally recognized as the father of modern Western medicine?

Hippocrates

Which of the following is the tendency of the body's internal environment to remain relatively constant with a narrow range of change?

Homeostasis

When performing massage techniques that traverse relatively short distances, the therapist should use which foot stance?

Horse

Which of the following is within the scope of practice for massage therapists?

Hot pack application

Which of the following should be added to wash water and laundry detergent when linens become contaminated?

Household bleach

Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question?

How does your headache feel?

Which type of cartilage covers the articulating surfaces of bones and connects ribs to the sternum?

Hyaline

Which of the following are the three types of cartilages?

Hyaline, fibrocartilage, and elastic

The prefix meaning water is:

Hydro

Which of the following is a group of principles and practices aimed at preserving health?

Hygiene

"Excessive" or "above" is referred to with the prefix:

Hyper

"Under" or "below" is referred to with the prefix:

Hypo

Which of the following best describes a product that has undergone lengthy testing during which the majority of test subjects did not experience allergic reactions?

Hypoallergenic

Which of the following best describes low blood sugar that, if left untreated, can develop into insulin shock, leading to coma and death?

Hypoglycemia

The prefix meaning uterus or womb is:

Hyster-

If a client is having a seizure, when should you call 911?

If the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes or immediately repeats

Which of the following is an example of an infectious disease?

Impetigo

Where is most of the force behind massage techniques generated?

In the legs

When you see "- otomy" you should associate what with it?

Incision or cut into

Which of the following best describes the time interval between initial exposure to pathogens and first appearance of disease signs and symptoms in a susceptible host?

Incubation period

Which of the following best describes the proliferation of pathogens inside the host?

Infection

What types of diseases are caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, or protozoa?

Infectious

Which of the following best describes a protective immune response to infection, injury, or irritation that creates an environment maximizing tissue repair?

Inflammation

Which of the following best represents an immune response used to fight infection?

Inflammation Fever Antibodies

Which of the following are processes of tissue repair?

Inflammation, regeneration, and remodeling

Which of the following is an example of a viral infection?

Influenza

Which of the following is permission given by a client after he or she has been educated in all the relevant facts regarding treatment?

Informed consent

The prefix that means beneath is:

Infra-

The prefix "endo" means:

Inside

Which of the following gives stool its bulk and promotes the movement of materials through the gastrointestinal tract?

Insoluble fiber

Something that is between, together or in the midst is:

Inter

What is the term for the fluid found in extracellular spaces between tissues?

Interstitial fluid

Something that is within is:

Intra

Which of the following minerals best supports the functions of hemoglobin on red blood cells, thereby helping deliver oxygen to the tissues?

Iron

According to the text, what is deep one-handed effleurage called?

Ironing effleurage

The application for an establishment license

Is very similar to that needed for licensure of a massage therapist

Why is terrycloth avoided as a drape over the massage table or accessories such as bolsters, arm shelves, and face rests?

It may leave pits on the client's skin from compression

Inflammations almost always have the suffix __________

Itis

Which of the following is an inappropriate action to take when you hear allegations that a fellow massage therapist has engaged in sexual misconduct?

Keeping information confidential until contacted by the authorities

Which of the following is a massage table accessory used while the client is lying supine, or face-up?

Knee bolster

Which of the following means oriented farther away from the midline of the body?

Lateral

Which of the following types of gloves should be avoided during massage with oil-based products lest the glove material break down?

Latex

The prefix "bio" refers to:

Life

Proper body mechanics while helping a client into a seated or standing position includes which of the following?

Lifting with the legs

What is an effective interview skill?

Listen actively and signal your interests with eye contact and occasional nodding.

Which of the following is a term used to describe situations in which massage to an area must be avoided because the area is injured, is inflamed, is part of a disease process, or contains a medical device or pharmaceutical product?

Local contraindications

Which of the following pertains to the lower back?

Lumbar

Which of the following organelles break down unneeded proteins and pathogens by engulfing and destroying them using digestive enzymes?

Lysosomes

A massage therapist who is licensed can put

M.T. or LMT after their name

The national evaluation that one must take is the:

MBLeX

The holder of a massage establishment license must

Maintain all equipment in safe and sanitary condition

Which of the following describes legislation requiring specific individuals or professions to report concerns of neglect or abuse to protection agencies?

Mandatory reporting

The scope of practice for massage therapist according to Tennessee law is

Manipulation of soft tissues of the body with the intention of positively affecting the health and well being of our client.

The practice of massage therapy is governed by

Massage Licensure Board

Any location is considered an establishment if

Massage is performed for compensation

What is defined as manual manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for the purpose of establishing and maintaining good health and promoting wellness?

Massage therapy

Fixed fees for services

May be advertised

If you graduate from an approved school and pass the national exam, the state massage board

May deny the application if a potential risk to the public exists for some reason

A massage therapist

May refuse to treat anyone for any reasonable cause

Which of the following are considered good sources of protein?

Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk, beans, and nuts

Where is the umbilicus in relation to the ilium?

Medial

Which of the following means oriented near the midline of the body?

Medial

Which of the following represents a signed and dated client authorization to give his or her medical or personal information to a third party?

Medical release

Which of the following is the sum of all physical and chemical processes that occur in an organism?

Metabolism

What is the spreading of cancerous cells to other parts of the body called?

Metastasis

What are fingerlike cellular extensions called?

Microvilli

"Meso" means

Middle

What plane divides the body into right and left sections?

Midsagittal

Which of the following best describes an active state characterized by heightened self-awareness and focused attention?

Mindfulness

Which of the following should be avoided because it can clog pores and deplete skin nutrients and because it may be carcinogenic?

Mineral oil

Which of the following organelles provides adenosine triphosphate and cellular energy?

Mitochondria

How is human trafficking best described?

Modern-day slavery

One or single is referred to as:

Mono

The prefix "dis" as in "dislocate" means:

Move apart

"ab" as in abduction means to:

Move away from the midline of the body

The prefix "ad" means to:

Move toward or "add"

Which of the following membranes lines open body cavities?

Mucous

Which of the following tissues is located in hollow internal organs and tubes and is attached to bones to produce movement?

Muscular

Work inside the mouth

Must have written informed consent

Work inside the nose or ear canal

Must have written informed consent

The prefix meaning numbness is:

Narco

What organization offered a national certification exam in 1992 that was later adopted by most states as a licensure requirement?

National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

When calling 911, which of the following information should you give the emergency dispatcher?

Nature of the emergency The number from which you are calling Victim's location

The prefix meaning death is:

Necro-

If an establishment has a cosmetology license (such as a spa) and wants to provide massage therapy it

Needs an establishment license and have individually licensed massage therapists

What term best describes improper treatment of someone arising from carelessness or thoughtlessness?

Neglect

What organelle is the control center of the cell, directing nearly all metabolic activities?

Nervous

Which of the following tissues is located in the brain, spinal cord, and nerves and interprets sensory information and coordinates bodily processes?

Nervous

While lying supine, the cervical spine should be in what position?

Neutral

Sexual activity is NOT considered to have occurred

None of the above is correct (If ONLY devices or objects are used to stimulate, If ejaculation does not occur, If only sex talk occurs)

Which of the following are scales used to help determine a client's pain level?

Numeric, descriptive, or visual

What term best describes how our bodies take in and assimilate food?

Nutrition

Which of the following are considered good sources of fats?

Nuts, seeds, oils, butter, cream, and avocados

According to the text, what is the acronym for pain assessment guidelines?

OPPQRST

What information is measurable and verifiable?

Objective

Which of the following exemplifies a physical boundary?

Obtaining consent before working on the gluteal region

An adequate waiting room means

One chair per massage room

If no time period is stated in an ad, it is legally valid for

One month

Breast massage is legal in Tennessee

Only if a therapist of the same sex performs it

Which of the following best describes a question that offers little restriction when answering and that allows for reflection and clarification of thoughts and feelings?

Open-ended

The prefix meaning "eye" is:

Ophthalmo-

Which of the following pertains to the mouth?

Oral

Which of the following is movement of water across a membrane from an area of low concentration to high concentration to equalize the fluid concentration on both sides of the membrane?

Osmosis

Combining physical touch with empathy releases which hormone that is associated with emotional connection, a feeling of bonding, and a peaceful, happy state of mind?

Oxytocin

The suffix "algia" as in neuralgia refers to:

Pain

Which of the following products is thought to mimic the hormone estrogen, which may play a role in breast cancer development?

Parabens

Which of the following are the two layers found in most serous membranes?

Parietal and visceral

Which of the following is an example of a degenerative disease?

Parkinson disease

The prefix that refers to "disease" is

Patho

Which of the following best describes transfer of infectious agents between two or more hosts, such as between animals or insects and human beings?

Pathogen

Which of the following is the study of disease?

Pathology

Which of the following best describes the process of killing large molecules by coating them with digestive enzymes and eating them?

Phagocytosis

Which of the following is the study of how the body and its individual parts function in normal body processes?

Physiology

In both the SOAP and the APIE documentation formats, what does P stand for?

Plan

Which of the following refers to the posterior knee?

Popliteal

The efficacy of the therapeutic relationship can be substantiated scientifically by research that has repeatedly found that a good therapeutic relationship is one of the best predictors of what in therapy?

Positive outcomes

Which of the following pertains to the back of a structure?

Posterior

Which of the following is an example of a financial boundary?

Posting your fee schedule and the forms of payment that you accept

Which of the following best describes an increase in the amount of power that exists in any position of authority?

Power differential

Which of the following is an order from an authorized health care provider for medications, medical treatments, or medical devices?

Prescription

Which of the following best describes the application of manual forces to the body's surface and varies from light to deep?

Pressure

What is an effect of using proper body mechanics?

Prevention of repetitive stress injuries

Disciplinary action against massage therapists is usually

Private censure Revocation for cause Civil penalty

If a therapist is uncomfortable with any therapy or massage is contraindicated, they must

Refer the client to other qualified health care professionals

Which of the following is the act of recommending products or services to address a client's problem?

Referral

Which of the following is an example of respect?

Referring a client to a health care provider to help fulfill his or her therapeutic goals

What should the therapist do before asking the client to change positions such as by turning over on the massage table?

Remove all bolsters

Which of the following is a term used to describe the source of infection?

Reservoir

Which of the following best describes the choice to treat someone or something with value and consideration?

Respect

All licensees in Tennessee must

Respect the inherent worth of all clients Provide the highest quality of care Provide draping

If a client wants to change a service once it has started, you must

Respect their right to refuse, modify or terminate treatment

Which of the following body systems includes the pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi?

Respiratory

Which of the following best exemplifies respect?

Responding to your client's questions

Which of the following must be submitted when applying for a license as a massage therapist?

Results of criminal background check &Application and other fees & Evidence of good moral character & Copy of birth certificate

Which of the following best describes the regularity or patterning of massage techniques as they are applied to the body?

Rhythm

Which of the quadrants contains the liver?

Right upper

Which of the following is an example of a fungal infection?

Ringworm

Which of the following is an example of infestation?

Scabies

Which of the following refers to the shoulder blade?

Scapular

The suffix "-ology" means:

Science of

Which of the following best describes activities and procedures that can be performed legally by members of a licensed profession?

Scope of practice

The four main client positions are prone, supine, side-lying, and what?

Seated

Which of the following best describes a client who has his or her torso erect, knees bent, and buttocks supported?

Seated

Which of the following is characterized by episodes of uncontrolled and excessive electrical activity in the brain?

Seizure

What term describes a therapist's revealing his or her own thoughts, feelings, and personal history to clients?

Self-disclosure

Which of the following best describes a common scenario that could lead to conflicts of interest between massage therapists and their clients?

Selling products to clients

Which of the following best describes a supine-lying client who is half lying down and half sitting up instead of completely reclining?

Semireclining

Which of the following is the particular order of events used, or how massage techniques are arranged, during the session?

Sequence

Which of the following membranes lines closed body cavities?

Serous

Which of the following best describes behavior aimed at obtaining sexual gratification against another person's will or at another person's expense?

Sexual misconduct

Which of the following massage lubricants should be avoided if your client has a latex allergy?

Shea butter

Which Japanese method is based on Chinese medicine concepts and uses applied pressure of the thumbs, elbows, and other angular parts of the body?

Shiatsu

What position is ideal for a client who is in advanced pregnancy or who is frail?

Side-lying

Which of the following best describes a client who is reclining on his or her left or right side?

Side-lying

Which of the following body systems provides support, protection, movement, blood cell production, fat storage, and mineral storage?

Skeletal

Which type of muscle tissue is attached to bones?

Skeletal

Which type of muscle tissue is located in the walls of hollow organs, such as the stomach, bladder, and uterus, and within tubes, such as the intestines and blood vessels?

Smooth

Which are the three types of muscle tissue?

Smooth, cardiac, and skeletal

What are the most common adverse effects of basic massage techniques?

Soreness and bruising

In the acronym F-A-S-T to learn stroke signs and symptoms, what does "S" stand for?

Speech

Which of the following best describes the rate at which massage techniques are applied to the body or how rapidly or slowly your hands are moving?

Speed

Which of the following is a technique that provides a stable base from which to move around easily when working on a client lying on a floor mat?

Squatting

Which of the following best describes minimum infection control measures used in health care settings regardless of the suspected or confirmed infection status of the client?

Standard precautions

Which of the following describes anatomic position?

Standing with the palms facing forward and toes pointing forward

Which of the following is an example of a time boundary?

Starting and finishing a massage session on time

If "ism" is on the end of a word it means

State or condition

The prefix "extend" means:

Straighten

Which of the following best describes a response of the body due to an emotional, mental, physical, or chemical demand placed on it?

Stress

Which of the following best describes a sudden disruption of blood flow to the brain caused by a blood clot or hemorrhage from a broken blood vessel?

Stroke

Which of the following is information obtained from the client or client's family and friends that is based on the opinions, attitudes, and beliefs of the client?

Subjective

Which of the following pertains to the outside surface or surrounding external area of a structure?

Superficial

Where is the forehead in relation to the chin?

Superior

In which position should the client be before you help him or her off the massage table?

Supine

Which of the following best describes lying on the back, face up?

Supine

According to a 2007 survey conducted by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards, which of the following is the most popular massage method practiced in the United States?

Swedish massage

Which of the following is a sign of inflammation?

Swelling

Which of the following represents objective information?

Swelling

Which of the following membranes lines cavities or spaces between bones and joints?

Synovial

Board means:

The Tennessee Massage Licensure Board

The prefix "dors" means:

The back

When should the Heimlich maneuver be used?

The client is choking and is unable to cough or speak

All pieces of evidence or anything sent as supportive information become property of the State of Tennessee

The manipulation of the soft tissues of the body with the intention of positively affecting the health and well-being of the client.

Any advertisement must include

The name of the corporation or licensee

Board Administrative Office

The office of the administrator assigned to the Board

Contents of a consent form can be viewed as which of the following because it establishes professional boundaries and delineates responsibilities and reasonable expectations?

Therapeutic contract

Which of the following best describes the relationship wherein the therapist provides services benefiting the client?

Therapeutic relationship

Medical professionals, barbers, cosmetologists, athletic trainers and massage students can perform massage because

They are exempted from regulation under certain conditions

Continuing Education means

Those pre-planned/formalized activities with written learning objectives that are directed at developing and enhancing an individual's massage therapy knowledge base or relevant skills

The prefix "tri" means:

Three

The diaphragm is the muscle for breathing and takes its name from "dia" meaning:

Through

Which of the following are groups of similar cells that act together to perform specific functions?

Tissues

Which of the following is the primary purpose for using massage lubricants?

To reduce friction

Which of the following types of massage linens are recommended for visually impaired clients?

Top and bottom sheets of contrasting colors

Which of the following best describes holding or resting the weight of the hands on the client's skin?

Touch

A proper drape for a client must be

Towel,Sheet, or Gown

What term best describes clients' transfer of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors related to a significant person in their early life to the therapist, with the therapist assuming a more significant role in the client's subconscious mind?

Transference

Which of the following best describes the transfer of pathogens from a reservoir to a host?

Transmission

What plane divides the body into superior and inferior sections?

Transverse

Which of the following best describes the documented process of developing a client's treatment or course of treatment?

Treatment planning

Architecturally speaking, which of the following has the most stable structural base?

Triangle

Which of the following best describes a feeling of confidence in someone or something and with a willingness to take risks and be vulnerable to the actions of another?

Trust

When you see "-oma" you should associate the word with:

Tumor

Generally, how many towels are used to drape female clients?

Two

The prefix "bi" as in bicycle means:

Two

Continuing education hours in every cycle must include

Two hours of Tennessee massage regulations and federal laws on massage

Any advertisement must be retained for

Two years

The prefix "sub" as in subscapular muscle means:

Under, beneath or below

The prefix associated with one is:

Uni

If the word "epidermis" is made up of the prefix "epi" and the "suffix" dermis. The prefix means:

Upon or over

Prohibited therapeutic treatments include

Vaginal massage

From what are oils and gels usually derived?

Vegetables, nuts, and seeds

Which of the following best describes transmission of infectious agents through a common source such as food, water, or air?

Vehicle

8 hours of the 24 hours of continuing education required every two years may be completed (16 hours are already required in a specific format)

Via multi-media

Which of the following types of pathogens are nonliving entities dependent on a host cell for growth and replication

Viruses

Which of the following best describes susceptibility to being wounded or harmed physically, mentally, or emotionally?

Vulnerability

Guidelines for effective body mechanics include what??

Wearing comfortable clothing

Which of the following best describes an expression of health whereby an individual is aware of, chooses, and practices healthy choices, creating a more successful and balanced life?

Wellness

Under what circumstances can massage therapists legally breach confidentiality?

When records are subpoenaed by a court order

Which of the following behaviors is appropriate when terminating a massage while in session?

Withdrawing your hands from the client and stepping toward the door

Changing a name/address/establishment license in any way must be reported to the Board

Within 30 days

Which of the following best represents a local contraindication?

Wrist that was sprained during a fall that occurred 48 hours ago

If you wish to retain your massage license but not practice massage therapy

You can retire or inactivate your license

Which of the following issues can the board help with?

actions that focus on prevention of further problems with the practioner and the protection of future patients

Sexual Misconduct is considered

actual risk of immediate harm to clients

Sexual activity means

any direct or indirect physical contact or communication by any person or between persons which is intended to erotically stimulate either person or both or which is likely to cause such stimulation and includes but is not limited to, sexual intercourse, fellatio, cunnilingus, masturbation or anal intercourse. "Sexual activity" can involve the use of any device or object or conversation and is not dependent on whether penetration, orgasm or ejaculation occurred. As used in these rules, "masturbation" means the manipulation of any body tissue with the intent to cause sexual arousal.

The American Massage and Therapy Association (AMTA) and Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) differ in that AMTA has state chapters and that AMTA's board is _____, whereas the ABMP's board is ______.

elected; appointed

The Tennessee Licensure Boards can be found at what web address? Choose the appropriate address below.

https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/health-professional-boards/ml-board.html

Not completing the correct amount of CE's in the prescribed time limits

is a technical violation

Practicing on an expired license

is a technical violation

If a client complains of lower back pain while prone, a bolster should be placed under the abdomen or hips to reduce excess _____ curvature.

lumbar

Being relaxed and _____ helps you prepare yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally

mindful

Unprofessional, dishonorable, or unethical conduct is considered

minimal harm or potential of harm to clients

16 hours of continuing education must be

n a lecture format/hands on format

Which of the following is the term for intracellular fluid?

Cytoplasm

To disinfect contaminated tools, you should immerse them in a 1:10 solution of household bleach and water or isopropyl alcohol for at least how many minutes?

10

What is the rate per minute for chest compressions used to perform CPR?

100

During hand washing, briskly rub soapy hands, forearms, and elbows together for at least how many seconds?

15

According to the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association, how many minutes of moderate-intensity exercise should adults achieve each week?

150

How long can massage lubricant remain blended and unrancid after being purchased if it is stored in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight?

18 months

What is the recommended solution ratio of household bleach to water used to disinfect contaminated massage table fabric?

1:10

According to the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association, how often should adults participate in weight or resistance exercises?

2 or 3 days each week

The anterior forearm muscles are ________ than the posterior forearm muscles.

2/3 stronger

Continuing education requires that a therapist take

24 hours every two years

To avoid fatigue, Greene and Goggins suggest that what percentage of massage time be spent with the therapist in the seated position?

25%

Ideally, what is the minimal amount of open space extending from all sides of a massage table?

3 feet

How many calories are equal to one pound of body weight?

3,500

Which of the following is the network of microfilaments and microtubules that provides an internal structure to many cells?

Cytoskeleton

Which of the following is predominately fat and serves as storage for surplus food and as insulation to conserve body heat while providing support and protection for certain structures?

Adipose tissue

After the last date of client service, how many years does the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodyworkers (NCBTMB) recommend that therapists maintain client records?

4 years

The Chinese term for the center of gravity is what?

Dan tien

How many fewer calories should be consumed per day or burned through physical activity to lose one pound in a week?

500

Which of the following is the most comfortable temperature range for a massage room?

68° F/20° C to 75° F/23° C

When a client is in the HFowler position, the upper body is elevated ______ degrees.

80 to 90

Establishment means:

A business or institution that is a fixed and permanent location or a mobile vehicle facility that is open and accessible to the general public for compensated massage services

Which of the following is the best way to prevent cross-contamination of massage lubricant?

A container with a pump mechanism

What is the term for the anterior trunk between the thorax and the pelvis?

Abdominal

The prefixes "super" or "supra" both mean:

Above or over

Which of the following is a term used to describe situations in which massage should be postponed?

Absolute contraindications

What term best describes deliberate improper treatment of someone, often for personal gain?

Abuse

Trans means:

Across, over, beyond or through

Which of the following is pain that begins abruptly and that is usually associated with trauma?

Acute

Which of the following means situated above or toward the head end?

Anterior

Continuing education can come from

Any NCBTMB provider, American Heart Association CPR training, Accredited colleges & HIV training from American Red Cross

Client information can be given out if

Anyone the client gives written permission to release the information to

According to the textbook, which of the following is a recommended way to protect client information?

Apply the double-lock rule

"Peri" is associated with the meaning

Around, about

The symbol of the medical profession, a snake and staff, can be traced back to what legendary Greek physician?

Asclepius

Which of the following is an appropriate way of dealing with a client's erection?

Ask questions about the client's parents.

Which of the following are indications that the client is sexualizing the massage?

Asking vaguely or explicitly sexual questions

Which of the following is an evaluation of something that helps form professional judgments?

Assessments

Which of the following represents a common mistake that massage therapists make when they cross professional boundaries?

Assuming the role of psychotherapist

Which of the following diseases is marked by an inappropriate or excessive immune response whereby the body mistakenly attacks and destroys healthy tissue?

Autoimmune

"Stasis" means

Control

Which of the following is the primary advantage of having and using portable massage tables?

Convenience and relative ease of transport

Which TWO of the following are correct statements:

Conviction of felony may disqualify applicant from becoming licensed & Being charged OR convicted for sexual crimes will disqualify one from licensure

Which of the following is generally credited as being the first book in the field of sports medicine?

De Arte Gymnastica

Which of the following best describes unconscious emotional reaction by the therapist toward a client, usually arising from unmet personal needs, unresolved emotional issues, or internal conflicts brought to the therapeutic relationship?

Countertransference

Which of the following is a technique used to move around a client lying on a floor mat?

Crawling

Which of the following best describes the movement of pathogens from one source to another?

Cross-contamination

Which of the following best describes the transfer of harmful microorganisms from one source to another by unclean containers or products or during improperly performed procedures?

Cross-contamination

What term describes a client's sharing his or her personal information, such as his or her thoughts, feelings, ideas, and insights?

Disclosure

Once licensed the therapist must

Display license in establishment

Where is the wrist in relation to the elbow?

Distal

Which of the follow is the process of collecting, confirming, and recording client information on paper or using digitized media?

Documentation

Which of the following is an example of a closed-ended question?

Does pain radiate down your left leg?

Which of the following is an example of a genetic disease?

Down syndrome

Covering the body and equipment with a cloth is called what?

Draping

Which of the following best describes situations in which two or more discrete relationships exist between clients and therapists?

Dual relationships

Which of the following best describes both how long massage is performed on a given area and how long the entire massage session lasts?

Duration

"Ot" means

Ear

Which of the following embryologic tissue layers give rise to structures of the nervous system, including special senses and the epidermis of the skin?

Ectoderm

Which of the following best describes the application of gliding movements that follow the contours of the body?

Effleurage

Which of the following massage technique terms originated from the French word meaning "to flow" and "to glide?"

Effleurage

Which of the following massage techniques is also called "gliding?"

Effleurage

Which of the following massage techniques is used most often to assess tissues, to prepare tissues for treatment, to reassess tissues after treatment, as a transition technique, and to conclude a sequence or complete the session?

Effleurage

According to the U.S. Department of Education, what is the average adult American reading level?

Eighth-grade to ninth-grade

Which of the following refers to a therapist's attire and grooming?

Professional appearance

What is a reason for draping a client?

Professional atmosphere, Client modesty and emotional privacy, Client warmth

Which of the following best describes adherence to a set of values and obligations, formally agreed-upon codes of conduct, and reasonable expectations of clients, colleagues, and co-workers?

Professionalism

Which of the following terms best describes lying face down?

Prone

Historically, what profession has used the term "massage therapy" as a cover for its operations?

Prostitution

Which of the following nutrients aids the body's growth and energy needs, helping build and repair tissues and helping form antibodies to fight infection?

Proteins

Which of the following represents an emotional bond people experience when concern is mutually expressed?

Rapport

"Post"erior refers to:

Rear, back or behind

At temporary locations massage therapists must ensure

Reasonable effort for sanitation is maintained

What characteristic is present in friendships that is not in therapeutic relationships?

Reciprocity

The suffix "-gram" means to

Record

The most stable posture for the body is _____ on the ground.

two feet