National Massage
Questions to help massage therapists prepare for the National Examination to obtain licensure.
- 1.
The sequences and directions of Swedish massage strokes are most adapted to which anatomical or physiological situation?
- A.
Muscle attachments
- B.
Subcutaneous adipose tissue
- C.
Autonomic nervous system
- D.
Lymph drainage and venous return
Correct Answer
D. Lymph drainage and venous return -
- 2.
Good bookkeeping for healing arts professionals can
- A.
Eliminate tracking sheets
- B.
Decrease bank statements
- C.
Increase petty cash funds
- D.
Increase legitimate tax dedctions
Correct Answer
D. Increase legitimate tax dedctions -
- 3.
When massaging the thigh in the supine position, which muscle is involved?
- A.
Hamstring
- B.
Quadriceps
- C.
Gluteal
- D.
Gastrocnemius
Correct Answer
B. Quadriceps -
- 4.
Massage is contraindicated for which of the following conditions?
- A.
High blood pressure
- B.
Constipation
- C.
Keloid Scar
- D.
Adhesions
Correct Answer
A. High blood pressure -
- 5.
The ilioposas flesxes the hip because of its insertion on the ____________.
- A.
Femur
- B.
Greater trochanter
- C.
Lesser trochanter
- D.
Iliac Crest
Correct Answer
C. Lesser trochanter -
- 6.
The tricuspid valve is found between the
- A.
Right atrium and right ventricle
- B.
Left ventricle and aorta
- C.
Left ventricled and right ventricle
- D.
Right atrium and left atrium
Correct Answer
A. Right atrium and right ventricle -
- 7.
Which is a TRUE statement concerning Golgi tendon apparatus?
- A.
Found in joint capsules
- B.
Detects overall tension in tendon
- C.
Originates in Purkinje fibers
- D.
Activated by vagal reflex
Correct Answer
B. Detects overall tension in tendon -
- 8.
Which muscles are adductors?
- A.
Pectoralis and deltoid
- B.
Pectoralis and latissimus dorsi
- C.
Deltoid and latissimus dorsi
- D.
Biceps and deltoid
Correct Answer
B. Pectoralis and latissimus dorsi -
- 9.
Which muscle would be paralyzed if the sciatic nerve were severed?
- A.
Trapezius
- B.
Biceps Femoris
- C.
Gluteus maximus
- D.
Erector Spinae
Correct Answer
B. Biceps Femoris -
- 10.
Which statement most accuratley describes the meridian system?
- A.
Energy pathway moving randomly through the body
- B.
Energy pathway moving superficially
- C.
Energy pathway that doesn't affect organs
- D.
12 meridians and 2 vesels are pathways in which energy moves toward the surface of the body, affecting organs
Correct Answer
D. 12 meridians and 2 vesels are pathways in which energy moves toward the surface of the body, affecting organs -
- 11.
What type of insurance do LMT's but to cover their work in case a client sues?
- A.
Malpractice and life
- B.
Homeowners
- C.
Life
- D.
Liability and malpractice
Correct Answer
D. Liability and malpractice -
- 12.
Which condition is present when there is an injury of the ulnar nerve at the elbow?
- A.
Inability to flex fingers fully
- B.
Spasticity
- C.
Flaccidity
- D.
Spasms
Correct Answer
C. Flaccidity -
- 13.
The only joint where the axial skeleton articulates with the appedicular skeleton is:
- A.
Sternoclavicular
- B.
Glenohumeral
- C.
Sternoscapular
- D.
Scapularclavicular
Correct Answer
A. Sternoclavicular -
- 14.
What muscle is not part of the rotator cuff?
- A.
Supraspinatus
- B.
Infraspinatus
- C.
Teres Major
- D.
Teres Minor
Correct Answer
C. Teres Major -
- 15.
When opening a massage business, helpful resourses include:
- A.
Chamber of Commerce
- B.
Accountant
- C.
Small Business Administration
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 16.
Accupressure, shiatsu, polarity and reflexology are examples of:
- A.
Energetic manipulation
- B.
Behavioral barometer
- C.
Rective circuits
- D.
Systematic massage
Correct Answer
A. Energetic manipulation -
- 17.
When massaging the lateral head of the fibula. of which structure should you be careful?
- A.
Popliteal endangerment site
- B.
Peroneal nerve
- C.
Tibial nerve
- D.
Femoral nerve
Correct Answer
B. Peroneal nerve -
- 18.
Cross-fiber massage must be applied in which direction to the fibers?
- A.
Horizontally
- B.
At right angles
- C.
Triangularly
- D.
Trapezoidally
Correct Answer
A. Horizontally -
- 19.
With your client in the supine position, how do you expose the serratus anterior?
- A.
Lateral rotation and adduction of the arm
- B.
Medial rotation and adduction of the arm
- C.
Horizontal abduction of the arm
- D.
Horizontal adduction of the arm
Correct Answer
C. Horizontal abduction of the arm -
- 20.
Hypercontraction of the pectoralis minor causes rounded shoulders. Which muscle would be weak and overstretched?
- A.
Pectoralis minor
- B.
Rhomboids
- C.
Subclavius
- D.
Levator scapula
Correct Answer
B. Rhomboids -
- 21.
Which muscles shares a common attachment?
- A.
Biceps brachii, brachiradialis, coracobrachialis
- B.
Coracobrachialis, brachioradialis, pectoralis minor
- C.
Pectoralis minor, coracobrachalis, brachiradialis
- D.
Biceps brachii, coracobrachilis, pectoralis minor
Correct Answer
D. Biceps brachii, coracobrachilis, pectoralis minor -
- 22.
Friction, percussion, and vibration are techniques that
- A.
Stimulate
- B.
Relax
- C.
Strengthen
- D.
Weaken
Correct Answer
A. Stimulate -
- 23.
All of the following dorsiflex the ankle except:
- A.
Tibilalis anterior
- B.
Extensor halluci longus
- C.
Peroneus longus
- D.
Peronues tertius
Correct Answer
C. Peroneus longus -
- 24.
The hamstring muscles, from medial to lateral, are
- A.
Biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimebranosis
- B.
Semitendinosus, semimembranosus, biceps femoris
- C.
Semimembranosus, semitendinosus, rectus femoris
- D.
Semimembranosis, semitendinosus, biceps femoris
Correct Answer
D. Semimembranosis, semitendinosus, biceps femoris -
- 25.
We do not massage the SCM bilaterally because of the
- A.
Femoral artery
- B.
Common carotid artery
- C.
Peroneal artery
- D.
Tibial artery
Correct Answer
B. Common carotid artery -
- 26.
What is the insertion of the brachiradialis?
- A.
Styloid process of radius
- B.
Lateral epicondyle of humerus
- C.
Medial epicondyle of humerus
- D.
Styloid process of ulna
Correct Answer
A. Styloid process of radius -
- 27.
What is the origin of the teres major?
- A.
Medial border of scapula
- B.
Lateral border of scapula
- C.
Lesser tubercle
- D.
Greater tubercle
Correct Answer
B. Lateral border of scapula -
- 28.
The attempt to bring the stucture of the body into alighnment around a central axis is called
- A.
Structural integration
- B.
Trauma
- C.
Alignment
- D.
Adjustment
Correct Answer
A. Structural integration -
- 29.
What muscle shares an attachment with the deltoids?
- A.
Levator scapula
- B.
Biceps brachialis
- C.
Trapezius
- D.
Supraspinatis
Correct Answer
C. Trapezius -
- 30.
A hyperirritible spot that is painful when compressed is called a (an)
- A.
Trigger Point
- B.
Pain point
- C.
Ampule
- D.
Rolfing
Correct Answer
A. Trigger Point -
- 31.
Which rotator cuff muscle is positioned anterior on the scapula?
- A.
Supraspinatus
- B.
Infraspinatus
- C.
Teres Minor
- D.
Subscapularis
Correct Answer
D. Subscapularis -
- 32.
In which directions do the yin merdians flow?
- A.
Superior to inferior
- B.
Inferior to superior
- C.
Lateral to medial
- D.
Medial to lateral
Correct Answer
B. Inferior to superior -
- 33.
Injuries that have a gradual onset or reoccur often are called
- A.
Sprains
- B.
Occupational
- C.
Acute
- D.
Chronic
Correct Answer
D. Chronic -
- 34.
What is the insertion for pectoralis major?
- A.
Medial clavicle
- B.
Medial bicipital groove
- C.
Sternum
- D.
Lateral bicipital groove
Correct Answer
D. Lateral bicipital groove -
- 35.
What name may be give to a muscle that acts on the thumb?
- A.
Hollucis
- B.
Longus
- C.
Pollicis
- D.
Brevis
Correct Answer
C. Pollicis -
- 36.
If a client's condition is outside the LMT's scope of practice, the technician should
- A.
Schdule extra sessions
- B.
Refer the client to the proper professional
- C.
Take more training
- D.
Read textbooks
Correct Answer
B. Refer the client to the proper professional -
- 37.
Which erector spinae muscle is the most medial of the group?
- A.
Spinalis
- B.
Multifidus
- C.
Longisimus
- D.
Iliocostalis
Correct Answer
A. Spinalis -
- 38.
What is the insertion site for levator scapulae?
- A.
Ribs 1-8
- B.
Medial border of the scapula
- C.
Superior angle of the scapula
- D.
C1-C4
Correct Answer
C. Superior angle of the scapula -
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