Massage Knowledge
This exam will asses your general knowledge in massage theory.
- 1.
The description of the probable progression of a disease pattern for an individual is the
- A.
Etiology
- B.
Diagnosis
- C.
Prognosis
- D.
Idiopathic Nature
Correct Answer
C. Prognosis -
- 2.
The description of the probable progression of a disease pattern for an individual is the
- A.
Etiology
- B.
Diagnosis
- C.
Prognosis
- D.
Idiopathic Nature
Correct Answer
C. Prognosis -
- 3.
The sternum is inferior to the:
- A.
Pelvis
- B.
Clavicles
- C.
Diaphragm muscle
- D.
Pancreas
Correct Answer
B. Clavicles -
- 4.
The sternum is inferior to the:
- A.
Pelvis
- B.
Clavicles
- C.
Diaphragm muscle
- D.
Pancreas
Correct Answer
B. Clavicles -
- 5.
The thyroid, thymus, parathyroid, pineal are organs of what system
- A.
Endocrine
- B.
Integumentary
- C.
Digestive
- D.
Lymphatic
Correct Answer
A. Endocrine -
- 6.
The thyroid, thymus, parathyroid, pineal are organs of what system
- A.
Endocrine
- B.
Integumentary
- C.
Digestive
- D.
Lymphatic
Correct Answer
A. Endocrine -
- 7.
An air space in the facial bones is a
- A.
Sinus
- B.
Trabeculae
- C.
Foramen
- D.
Meatus
Correct Answer
A. Sinus -
- 8.
An air space in the facial bones is a
- A.
Sinus
- B.
Trabeculae
- C.
Foramen
- D.
Meatus
Correct Answer
A. Sinus -
- 9.
The involuntary movement that occurs between joint surfaces is called
- A.
Hypermobility
- B.
Anatomic range of motion
- C.
Osteokinematic
- D.
Joint play
Correct Answer
D. Joint play -
- 10.
The involuntary movement that occurs between joint surfaces is called
- A.
Hypermobility
- B.
Anatomic range of motion
- C.
Osteokinematic
- D.
Joint play
Correct Answer
D. Joint play -
- 11.
The stimulus at which the first noticeable muscle contraction occurs is called the
- A.
Static force
- B.
Maximal stimulas
- C.
Threshold stimulus
- D.
Tone pattern
Correct Answer
C. Threshold stimulus -
- 12.
The stimulus at which the first noticeable muscle contraction occurs is called the
- A.
Static force
- B.
Maximal stimulas
- C.
Threshold stimulus
- D.
Tone pattern
Correct Answer
C. Threshold stimulus -
- 13.
A force applied to a lever to overcome resistance is called the
- A.
Equilibrium
- B.
Fulcrum
- C.
Acceleration
- D.
Effort
Correct Answer
D. Effort -
- 14.
A force applied to a lever to overcome resistance is called the
- A.
Equilibrium
- B.
Fulcrum
- C.
Acceleration
- D.
Effort
Correct Answer
D. Effort -
- 15.
What is the main neurotransmitter affecting muscles
- A.
Serotonin
- B.
Histamine
- C.
Dopamine
- D.
Acetylcholine
Correct Answer
D. Acetylcholine -
- 16.
What is the main neurotransmitter affecting muscles
- A.
Serotonin
- B.
Histamine
- C.
Dopamine
- D.
Acetylcholine
Correct Answer
D. Acetylcholine -
- 17.
What is the sac around the heart that secretes a lubricating fluid to prevent frictions from the movement of the heart?
- A.
Atrium
- B.
Epicardium
- C.
Myocardium
- D.
Pericardium
Correct Answer
D. Pericardium -
- 18.
What is the sac around the heart that secretes a lubricating fluid to prevent frictions from the movement of the heart?
- A.
Atrium
- B.
Epicardium
- C.
Myocardium
- D.
Pericardium
Correct Answer
D. Pericardium -
- 19.
The right lymphatic duct drains the
- A.
Lower right limp and abdomen
- B.
Left and right upper body
- C.
Upper right half of the body
- D.
Lower limbs
Correct Answer
C. Upper right half of the body -
- 20.
The right lymphatic duct drains the
- A.
Lower right limp and abdomen
- B.
Left and right upper body
- C.
Upper right half of the body
- D.
Lower limbs
Correct Answer
C. Upper right half of the body -
- 21.
A substance that causes the immune system to respond is called a (n):
- A.
Antigen
- B.
Phagocyte
- C.
Anaphylactic Substance
- D.
Natural killer cell
Correct Answer
A. Antigen -
- 22.
A substance that causes the immune system to respond is called a (n):
- A.
Antigen
- B.
Phagocyte
- C.
Anaphylactic Substance
- D.
Natural killer cell
Correct Answer
A. Antigen -
- 23.
What is the primary muscle(s) that produces quiet inspiration?
- A.
Anterior Scalene
- B.
Diaphragm
- C.
Internal intercostals
- D.
Abdominals
Correct Answer
B. Diaphragm -
- 24.
What is the primary muscle(s) that produces quiet inspiration?
- A.
Anterior Scalene
- B.
Diaphragm
- C.
Internal intercostals
- D.
Abdominals
Correct Answer
B. Diaphragm -
- 25.
The rhythmic contraction of smooth muscle in the intestine is called
- A.
Peritonitis
- B.
Mastication
- C.
Ingestion
- D.
Peristalsis
Correct Answer
D. Peristalsis -
- 26.
The rhythmic contraction of smooth muscle in the intestine is called
- A.
Peritonitis
- B.
Mastication
- C.
Ingestion
- D.
Peristalsis
Correct Answer
D. Peristalsis -
- 27.
Oxytocin is secreted by the
- A.
Thyroid
- B.
Hypothalamus
- C.
Pituitary
- D.
Ovaries
Correct Answer
C. Pituitary -
- 28.
Oxytocin is secreted by the
- A.
Thyroid
- B.
Hypothalamus
- C.
Pituitary
- D.
Ovaries
Correct Answer
C. Pituitary -
- 29.
Which of the following is a contagious skin pathology?
- A.
Corn
- B.
Psoriasis
- C.
Scleroderma
- D.
Scabies
Correct Answer
D. Scabies -
- 30.
Which of the following is a contagious skin pathology?
- A.
Corn
- B.
Psoriasis
- C.
Scleroderma
- D.
Scabies
Correct Answer
D. Scabies -
- 31.
A procedure that filters blood through an external source is used for those with progressive renal failure. What is the process called?
- A.
Hemodialysis
- B.
Juxtaglomerular apparatus
- C.
Micturition
- D.
Urinalysis
Correct Answer
A. Hemodialysis -
- 32.
A procedure that filters blood through an external source is used for those with progressive renal failure. What is the process called?
- A.
Hemodialysis
- B.
Juxtaglomerular apparatus
- C.
Micturition
- D.
Urinalysis
Correct Answer
A. Hemodialysis -
- 33.
What do secondary sexual characteristics appear?
- A.
Menstruation
- B.
Parturition
- C.
Puberty
- D.
Androgyny
Correct Answer
C. Puberty -
- 34.
What do secondary sexual characteristics appear?
- A.
Menstruation
- B.
Parturition
- C.
Puberty
- D.
Androgyny
Correct Answer
C. Puberty -
- 35.
What is the spreading of a pathogen by particles of air?
- A.
Opportunistic invasion
- B.
Person to person contact
- C.
Invasion by ingestion
- D.
Transmission by inhalation
Correct Answer
D. Transmission by inhalation -
- 36.
What is the spreading of a pathogen by particles of air?
- A.
Opportunistic invasion
- B.
Person to person contact
- C.
Invasion by ingestion
- D.
Transmission by inhalation
Correct Answer
D. Transmission by inhalation -
- 37.
The ability to endure sustained stress is related to which aspect of the general adaptation syndrome?
- A.
The resistance phase
- B.
The alarm phase
- C.
The exhaustion phase
- D.
The chronic phase
Correct Answer
B. The alarm phase -
- 38.
The ability to endure sustained stress is related to which aspect of the general adaptation syndrome?
- A.
The resistance phase
- B.
The alarm phase
- C.
The exhaustion phase
- D.
The chronic phase
Correct Answer
B. The alarm phase -
- 39.
The client reports at the beginning of the massage that they did not sleep well and are fatigued. This information is recorded in what section of SOAP?
- A.
S
- B.
O
- C.
A
- D.
P
Correct Answer
A. S -
- 40.
The client reports at the beginning of the massage that they did not sleep well and are fatigued. This information is recorded in what section of SOAP?
- A.
S
- B.
O
- C.
A
- D.
P
Correct Answer
A. S -
- 41.
What is the method of massage that reflects the concept of Swedish gymnastics?
- A.
Tapotement
- B.
Shaking
- C.
Petrissage
- D.
Passive ROM
Correct Answer
D. Passive ROM -
- 42.
What is the method of massage that reflects the concept of Swedish gymnastics?
- A.
Tapotement
- B.
Shaking
- C.
Petrissage
- D.
Passive ROM
Correct Answer
D. Passive ROM -
- 43.
In which way do wellness approaches to bodywork differ from medical approaches?
- A.
Wellness approaches focus on reduce suffering
- B.
Medical approaches are mainly palliative
- C.
Wellness approaches focus on remedial intervention
- D.
Medical approaches are remedial and palliative
Correct Answer
D. Medical approaches are remedial and palliative -
- 44.
What are channels of energy that flow up and down the body with relationship to internal organs?
- A.
Five elements
- B.
Chakras
- C.
Kundalini
- D.
Meridians
Correct Answer
D. Meridians -
- 45.
In which way do wellness approaches to bodywork differ from medical approaches?
- A.
Wellness approaches focus on reduce suffering
- B.
Medical approaches are mainly palliative
- C.
Wellness approaches focus on remedial intervention
- D.
Medical approaches are remedial and palliative
Correct Answer
D. Medical approaches are remedial and palliative -
- 46.
What type of insurance provides coverage if a person is injured in a fall at a place of business?
- A.
Disability Insurance
- B.
Product Liability Insurance
- C.
Professional liability insurance
- D.
Premise liability insurance
Correct Answer
D. Premise liability insurance -
- 47.
What are channels of energy that flow up and down the body with relationship to internal organs?
- A.
Five elements
- B.
Chakras
- C.
Kundalini
- D.
Meridians
Correct Answer
D. Meridians -
- 48.
What defines the practice parameters of a particular profession?
- A.
Code of ethics
- B.
Standards of Practice
- C.
Scope of Practice
- D.
Informed Consent
Correct Answer
C. Scope of Practice -
- 49.
What type of insurance provides coverage if a person is injured in a fall at a place of business?
- A.
Disability Insurance
- B.
Product Liability Insurance
- C.
Professional liability insurance
- D.
Premise liability insurance
Correct Answer
D. Premise liability insurance -
- 50.
When a female client prefers to have a female bodywork professional, what type of touch issue is being displayed?
- A.
Culture
- B.
Gender
- C.
Diversity
- D.
Intimacy
Correct Answer
B. Gender -
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