Review Questions - Adjunct Techniques And Methods

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1.

the movement of fluid from tissues in one part of the body to tissues in another area of the body is known as
- A.
  
  Chemotaxis
- B.
  
  Hydrostatic effect
- C.
  
  Conversion
- D.
  
  Thermal effect
2.

When using a chemical pack (hydrocollator) the water temp in the tank should be approximately
- A.
  
  125 - 135 F
- B.
  
  140 - 180 F
- C.
  
  150 - 160 F
- D.
  
  105- 115 F
3.

One of the more common conditions for which a massage therapist might use the paraffin bath is
- A.
  
  Acute sprains and strains
- B.
  
  Rheumatoid arthritis
- C.
  
  Swelling
- D.
  
  Malignant melanoma
4.

The most beneficial use of alternate hot/cold treatments is with
- A.
  
  Acute muscle spasm
- B.
  
  Chronic muscle spasm
- C.
  
  Insulin dependent diabetes
- D.
  
  Acute fibromyalgia
5.

Alternative methods of stress reduction and relaxation techniques include
- A.
  
  Breathing techniques
- B.
  
  Visualization
- C.
  
  Biofeedback
- D.
  
  All of the above
6.

The name given in hydrotherapy to a local application of moist heat is
- A.
  
  Steam bath
- B.
  
  Infusion
- C.
  
  Fomentation
- D.
  
  Vaso pack
7.

Circle the incorrect statement regarding alternative ways to reduce pain and stress
- A.
  
  Meditations purpose is to go within and quiet
- B.
  
  Relaxation imagery does not contribute to stress or pain reduction
- C.
  
  Techniques that manage pain include having clients scan their body, moving through the pain and relaxing into their discomfort
- D.
  
  Yoga can change a clients body language and physical posture, which in turn can change attitudes and feelings
8.

Which of the following is not indicated as form of treatment for an acute sprain or strain
- A.
  
  Ice
- B.
  
  Elevation
- C.
  
  Compression
- D.
  
  Fomentation
9.

Which of the following is not an indication for the hot whirlpool bath
- A.
  
  Peripheral nerve damage
- B.
  
  Rheumatoid arthritis
- C.
  
  Non acute sprains/strains
- D.
  
  Prior to massage
10.

Joint mobility and range of motion are increased by which of the following
- A.
  
  Hydrocollator packs
- B.
  
  Hot whirlpool baths
- C.
  
  Russian bath
- D.
  
  All of the above
11.

Contraindications for heat therapy would include all of the following except
- A.
  
  Cancer
- B.
  
  Diabetes
- C.
  
  Edema
- D.
  
  Spastic colon
12.

Hyperstimulation of cold and pressure receptors as explained by the Gate theory in the treatment of muscle spasms, is best faciliated by the use of the following therapy
- A.
  
  Hydrocollator pack
- B.
  
  Neutral bath
- C.
  
  Contrast bath
- D.
  
  Ice massage
13.

Which of the following is not a general contraindication for hydrotherapy
- A.
  
  Diabetes
- B.
  
  Acute trauma
- C.
  
  Cancer
- D.
  
  Congestive heart failure
14.

The application of moist heat is superior to that of dry heat because of
- A.
  
  Convection
- B.
  
  Conduction
- C.
  
  Conversion
- D.
  
  The greenhouse effect
15.

The hubbard tank is used to administer underwater exercises with the use of
- A.
  
  Very cold water
- B.
  
  Alcohol rub
- C.
  
  Steam
- D.
  
  Neutral or mild heat
16.

Which is true regarding the local effect of cold therapy
- A.
  
  Vasodilation
- B.
  
  Increases circulation
- C.
  
  Vaso constriction
- D.
  
  Increases local metabolism
17.

Which treatment would be used for a patient with Multiple Sclerosis
- A.
  
  Hot sitz bath
- B.
  
  Hot whirlpool bath
- C.
  
  Neutral whirlpool
- D.
  
  Cold packs
18.

Which treatment would you use prior to massage with your patient who has fibromyalgia
- A.
  
  Cold packs
- B.
  
  Hydrocollator
- C.
  
  Neutral bath
- D.
  
  Contract hot/cold
19.

What effect would systemic heat treatments have on a patient with diabetes
- A.
  
  Increase blood sugar
- B.
  
  Cause hemorrage
- C.
  
  Decrease blood sugar
- D.
  
  No effect