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Question 1

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Which vessels can easily be seen on the dorsal surface of the hand?
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  • Arteries
  • Nerves
  • Veins
  • Ligaments

Question 2

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Which muscle has the greatest effect on the return of venous blood and lymph to the heart?
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  • Pyramidalis
  • Rectus abdominis
  • External oblique
  • Diaphragm

Question 3

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Which of the following is part of the small intestine?
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  • Cecum
  • Duodenum
  • Pylorus
  • Sigmoid

Question 4

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The digestive system is responsible for
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  • transporting of carbon dioxide and oxygen.
  • supporting the body.
  • providing protection for the internal organs
  • the absorption of nutrients.

Question 5

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The thyroid gland is a part of which system?
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  • Nervous
  • Respiratory
  • Endocrine
  • Circulatory

Question 6

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Which of the following hormones would be elevated due to stress?
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  • Cortisol
  • Melatonin
  • Serotonin
  • oxytocin

Question 7

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What is the body's largest organ?
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  • Liver
  • Skin
  • Lungs
  • Intestines

Question 8

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The primary function of the integumentary system is to
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  • maintain autonomic functions
  • provide protection
  • produce motion.
  • absorb nutrients.

Question 9

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Which bean-shaped structures are found throughout the body, with palpable groups found in the groin, exilla and neck?
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  • Lymph nodes
  • Adipose tissue
  • Bursae
  • Fascia

Question 10

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The function of the spleen is to
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  • filter blood, reabsorb water and secrete creatine.
  • secrete glycogen and insulin for metabolizing carbohydrates.
  • act as a storage site for bile and blood.
  • act as a site of lymphocyte maturation, blood filtration and storage.

Question 11

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Muscles are attached to bones by
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  • periosteum.
  • ligaments
  • fascia.
  • tendons

Question 12

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Which of the following tissues contract to create movement in the body?
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  • Epithelial
  • Muscle
  • Nerve
  • Connective

Question 13

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Which of the following structures are composed of both sensory and motor fibers, allowing conduction in both directions?
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  • Afferent nerves
  • Efferent nerves
  • Mixed nerves
  • Ganglion

Question 14

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Coughing, eye blinking and sneezing are examples of
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  • visceral reflexes.
  • somatic reflexes.
  • axon activity.
  • sarcolemma response.

Question 15

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Which of the following structures lines the thoracic walls and the thoracic surface of the diaphragm?
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  • Meninges
  • Parietal pleura
  • Peritoneum
  • Aponeurosis

Question 16

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The exchange of gases is the main function of which of the following systems?
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  • Reproductive
  • Endocrine
  • Urinary
  • Respiratory

Question 17

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Which of the following landmarks is smooth, rounded and located at the articular ends of bones?
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  • Condyle
  • Epicondyle
  • Tubercle
  • Trochanter

Question 18

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. Which type of joint allows the most range of motion?
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  • Amphiarthrotic
  • Synarthrotic
  • Diarthrotic
  • Cartilaginous

Question 19

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Rods and cones are examples of which type of receptor?
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  • Chemoreceptor
  • Photoreceptor
  • Nociceptors
  • Thermoreceptors

Question 20

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The function of the cochlear nerve is to
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  • maintain the pulse.
  • innervate the legs.
  • carry visual data.
  • carry hearing sensations.

Question 21

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Which bean-shaped organ ls part of the urinary system?
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  • Heart
  • Kidney
  • Liver
  • Thyroid

Question 22

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Which organ produces urine?
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  • Kidney
  • Bladder
  • Ureter
  • Spleen

Question 23

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Which of the following terms is a horizontal plane?
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  • Transverse
  • Sagittal
  • Transverse Coronal
  • Parasagittal

Question 24

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Which of the following is the term for a kind of pain that persists for a long time, is difficult to treat or may last a lifetime?
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  • Somatic
  • Acute
  • Visceral
  • Chronic

Question 25

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Which of the following terms best describes energy centers within the body?
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  • Nodes
  • Chakras
  • Plexus
  • Fossa

Question 26

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A muscle belly is encased by which structure?
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  • Epimysium
  • Tendon
  • Perimysium
  • Fascicle

Question 27

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A voluntary contraction in which no movement occurs and muscle length remains unchanged is
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  • isometric
  • isotonic
  • eccentric.
  • concentric.

Question 28

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The proprioceptive cell responsible for the stretch reflex is the
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  • thermoreceptor.
  • golgi tendon.
  • muscle spindle
  • dorsal root ganglion.

Question 29

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Biceps brachii is responsible for
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  • medial rotation of deltoid.
  • flexion and pronation of the forearm.
  • fexion and supination of the forearm.
  • abduction of humerus.

Question 30

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Which of the following actions is performed by the client without assistance from the practitioner?
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  • Active resisted range of motion
  • Passive range of motion
  • Resisted range of motion
  • Active range of motion

Question 31

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To feel the ligamentum nuchae change tension underneath the fingers, what passive movement(s) can be performed at the head?
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  • Traction and compression
  • Flexion and extension
  • Lateral flexion.
  • Rotation

Question 32

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Using manual resistance, the client attempts to medially rotate the shoulder. This is likely to engage which of the rotator cuff muscles?
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  • Teres minor
  • Supraspinatus
  • Infraspinatus
  • Subscapularis

Question 33

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Pain at the medial epicondyle of the humerus is likely to be a symptom of which of the following conditions?
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  • Shoulder impingement
  • Golfer's elbow
  • Tennis elbow
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

Question 34

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A genetic condition that results in a lack of clot factors in the blood Is?
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  • toxemia
  • hemophilia
  • sickle cell anemia
  • hypercholesterolemia.

Question 35

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A client presents with plantar warts on his foot, he has asked the practitioner to spend extra time on his feet. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to
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  • inform the client that massage is contraindicated for plantar warts.
  • treat the client's feet anyway.
  • cancel the appointment and tell the client to reschedule the appointment.
  • avoid any bodywork from the waist down.

Question 36

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Which of the following conditions is a systemic contraindication for massage/bodywork?
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  • Psoriasis
  • Cellulitis
  • Eczema
  • Scabies

Question 37

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The primary concern for a practitioner when a client has peripheral neuropathy is that the
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  • client's blood pressure may drop too low.
  • client may be unable to sense the pressure level.
  • client may develop severe headaches.
  • client's condition may be contagious.

Question 38

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In which of the following cases is a hot pack to the abdomen contraindicated?
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  • Abdominal trigger points
  • Constipation
  • High blood pressure
  • Flatulence

Question 39

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Application of heat to the neck and head is contraindicated for which of the following headaches?
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  • Cervicogenic
  • Tension
  • Migraine
  • Cluster

Question 40

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which bony landmark of the temporal bone is best palpated with caution?
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  • Mastoid process
  • External occipital protuberance
  • Zygomatic arch
  • Styloid process

Question 41

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What is the name of the skin disorder that can occur in people that are bedridden?
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  • Decubitus ulcer
  • Plantar wart
  • Cicatrix
  • Cellulitis

Question 42

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Analgesics are medications used to relieve
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  • depression
  • anxiety
  • infection.
  • pain.

Question 43

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which of the following techniques would best broaden, separate, and align scar tissue?
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  • Tapotement
  • Deep transverse friction
  • Compression with active engagement
  • Vibration

Question 44

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Which of the following is an example of a psychological benefit of massage?
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  • Reduced stress
  • Reduced digestive activity
  • Increased soreness
  • Increased joint mobility

Question 45

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A fast and rhythmic stroke which makes use of both hands is called
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  • nerve
  • effleurage
  • compression.
  • tapotement.

Question 46

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Which of these strokes can be used as a connective stroke?
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  • Compression
  • Transverse friction
  • Resting stroke
  • Shaking

Question 47

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What is a local effect of heat?
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  • Increased nervous system activity initially and then sedation
  • Decreased general metabolism
  • Increased vasodilation of capillaries
  • Increased heart rate

Question 48

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Which step of the therapeutic procedure includes obtaining the client history?
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  • Planning
  • Assessment
  • Performance
  • Evaluation

Question 49

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Which of the following is the most important during the client intake?
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  • Educating the client on massage/bodywork methods
  • Legible handwriting
  • Educating the client on medical terminology
  • Good listening skills

Question 50

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Which form assists the practitioner in deciding treatment strategies?
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  • Health history
  • Informed consent
  • Policies and regulations
  • Release of information

Question 51

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A release of medical information form is used when
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  • a client receives treatment in a hospital setting
  • a client wishes to share their confidential files
  • a client first receives treatment from a practitioner.
  • confidential documents are subpoenaed for court.

Question 52

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A practitioner has worked with a client weekly for two months, assisting in reducing the client's stress. When the client arrives for a session the practitioner notices that the client is limping. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to
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  • continue with the treatment and wait to see if the client mentions the limp.
  • listen to what the client is stating about the stress level and proceed with stress relief
  • ask the client about the limp and reevaluate the treatment goals
  • let the client know that correcting limps is one of the practitioner's specialties and easier than fixing stress

Question 53

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During a visual assessment a practitioner's observes that the client's left shoulder is depressed. Which muscle is most likely to be hypertonic?
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  • Serratus anterior
  • Rhomboid
  • Teres minor
  • Deltoid

Question 54

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Which of the following terms refers to the skillful art of touching and exploring the body?
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  • Draping
  • Palpation
  • Retraction
  • tapotement

Question 55

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While performing range of motion of the knee a client reports pain at the lateral femoral epicondyle. This is associated with which of the following syndromes?
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  • Piriformis
  • Iliotibial band
  • Chondromalacia of patella
  • Tarsal tunnel

Question 56

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A client's lower legs have several bluish, thick, distended areas on the skin. When addressing these areas, the best course of action for the practitioner is to
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  • apply deep gliding strokes.
  • apply cross fiber friction.
  • use moist heat and skin rolling,
  • work proximally.

Question 57

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Which of the following is a term that describes the desired results obtained from treatment?
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  • Client outcome
  • Client expectations
  • Client consent
  • Client feedback

Question 58

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A client has received weekly treatments over the past six months. The treatments have been focused on reducing pain and spasm associated with scoliosis. The client states that her pain has gone from an initial 8 to a 3 on a scale to 10. Which of the following is the best course of action for the practitioner?
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  • Discontinue treatment because the client is better.
  • Continue the weekly treatments as the client's insurance pays for it.
  • Reduce the frequency of the treatments to one every three months
  • Reassess the client's pain and reduce the frequency of treatments gradually.

Question 59

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A client is recovering from viral pneumonia. The client is still coughing three to four times a day with mucus. Which of the following strokes could best aid in expelling mucus from the body?
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  • Petrissage
  • Friction
  • Tapotement
  • Compression

Question 60

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Hippocrates' (460-375 Bc) contribution to the massage/ bodywork field is that he
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  • introduced Swedish massage to Greece.
  • wrote the treatise "De Sanitate Tuenda" for Marcus Aurelius
  • detailed how to perform massage on injured areas
  • was noted for originating equine massage.

Question 61

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Deep tissue, swedish massage, myofascial, and neuromuscular release are technical skill sets especially useful in
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  • shiatsu.
  • sports massage.
  • reflexology.
  • therapeutic touch.

Question 62

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A practitioner who uses meridians to guide the treatment plan is most likely practicing
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  • sports massage.
  • Asian body work.
  • Rolfing.
  • pregnancy massage.

Question 63

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A client requests a reflexology session. The practitioner Is not formally trained in reflexology. The most appropriate course of action for the practitioner to take is to
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  • refer the client to a practitioner trained in reflexology.
  • accept the appointment and do fantastic foot massage
  • inform the client that reflexology is not an accepted practice and a therapeutic massage would be more beneficial
  • accept the appointment and give the client a therapeutic massage hoping they forget about wanting reflexology

Question 64

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Which of the following is an example of a physical boundary?
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  • No show policy
  • Confidentiality
  • Scope of practice
  • Draping

Question 65

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A practitioner knows that an individual is practicing massage without a license in a jurisdiction that requires licensure. Should the practitioner report the unlicensed individual?
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  • Only if they are charging too much for their services.
  • Only if they are competing with the licensed practitioner for clients. required to
  • Yes because all practitioners in that jurisdiction are be licensed.
  • No, because it might draw negative attention to the practitioner

Question 66

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A client begins to have an emotional release during a session. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to
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  • remain grounded and present with the client and allow time for safe recovery.
  • continue the treatment and attempt to counsel the client.
  • hand the client a tissue and leave the room so they can have their privacy.
  • apply more pressure to the client's body and educate them about dehydration

Question 67

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A repeat client invites the practitioner to use his beachfront condo for vacation. The best response from the practitioner is to
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  • stop accepting appointments with this client as he obviously has an ulterior motive
  • accept the invitation and thank the client for his generosity.
  • ask the client if pets are allowed.
  • decline the offer explaining the benefit of maintaining professional boundaries.

Question 68

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During a session, a client becomes overtly sexual ignoring the practitioner's attempts to redirect the client's energy. The practitioner becomes increasingly uncomfortable determining that the session needs to end. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to
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  • berate the client for the inappropriate behavior and rescheduling when the client will behave more appropriately
  • clearly communicate that the session is terminated directing the client to dress and leave immediately
  • ask the client to leave and suggest a different practitioner to the client for future massage treatments
  • recognize that the client has an addictive personality and counsel her about the behavior

Question 69

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A practitioner receives an invitation to participate at an on-site chair massage event in a state in which the practitioner is not licensed. Compensation is being offered for participating What is the best course of action for the practitioner?
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  • Participate but not report the income from the event
  • Provide chair massage since it is only a one-time event
  • Participating would be illegal so decline the offer
  • Borrow a license and participate

Question 70

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Regarding a practitioner's right to refuse to treat any person or part of the body, the most ideal scenario is
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  • the client's rights are always secondary to the practitioner's.
  • a practitioner does not have the right to refuse to treat any person seeking the health benefits of to treat anyone
  • it is unethical for a practitioner to refuse to treat anyone
  • the practitioner has the right to refuse to treat any person or part of the body at the practitioner's discretion

Question 71

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A client is visibly intoxicated when she arrives for her appointment. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to
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  • ask how much alcohol has been consumed and proceed carefully.
  • proceed with the treatment assuming the session will help the client sober up
  • proceed with the treatment and suggest alcohol treatment programs
  • explain that massage is contraindicated for a client is intoxicated

Question 72

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A practitioner visits a colleague's place of business. The practitioner notices that one of her frequent clients is in the colleague's waiting room. The most appropriate course of action for the practitioner is to take
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  • acknowledge the client without condemnation respecting the client's autonomy and privacy in choosing a practitioner
  • confront the practitioner immediately for soliciting this client
  • stop working with the client in retaliation for not staying loyal to the practitioner
  • ask the client what is lacking in the practitioner's session that the client needed to go elsewhere.

Question 73

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A chiropractor has sent a referral to the practitioner for a soft tissue injury. Which of the following demonstrates ethical practice of massage/bodywork?
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  • Follow the prescribed procedure, chart the progress, independently bill the insurance company accordingly
  • Raising the prices since the insurance company is paying the bill
  • Disregard the prescription and work wherever the practitioner wants to
  • Charge the chiropractor for the session because the practitioner does not know how to bill for a personal injury

Question 74

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The most complete process of destroying all living organisms on a surface is
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  • disinfection.
  • sterilization
  • sanitation,
  • lubrication.

Question 75

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What is the best response when a practitioner must interrupt the treatment to sneeze?
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  • Resume the treatment immediately and blame the last client's perfume
  • Apologize for the interruption and quickly resume the treatment.
  • Stop the treatment and discount the service.
  • wash their hands thoroughly before resuming the treatment

Question 76

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For sanitation purposes, when should a practitioner change the sheets?
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  • Every other day
  • Every day
  • Every session
  • Every other session

Question 77

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Which of the following examples highlights the best safety reason to have carpet or rugs in the massage session room?
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  • It is warmer for the client and practitioner
  • Massage oil may cause a client's feet to be slippery.
  • The carpet can be cleaned less often than a bare floor
  • The practitioner can work without shoes on and remain warm

Question 78

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Practitioners can best protect their bodies by bending
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  • at the waist and lifting with the shoulders.
  • the knees and lifting close to their center of gravity.
  • at the knees and keeping the weight at arm's length
  • at the waist while favoring the stronger side

Question 79

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An important aspect of client safety is
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  • remembering a client's music preferences
  • helping less mobile clients on and off the table.
  • indicating ticklishness on the SOAP charting
  • referring a client with offensive body odor to another practitioner,

Question 80

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A practitioner's body mechanics can be maintained by
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  • adjusting the height of the table.
  • standing with feet spread as far as possible
  • keeping the knees locked
  • keeping the wrist angle at ninety degrees

Question 81

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At the start of a treatment, a practitioner assesses that it would be wise to wear protective gloves. The client may be allergic or sensitive to what type of commonly used protective glove?
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  • Pleather
  • Vinyl
  • Cotton
  • Latex

Question 82

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Centering and grounding are examples of
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  • ethics.
  • professionalism.
  • self-care
  • hygiene

Question 83

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Which of the following helps prevent practitioner injury?
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  • Rely upon a few strokes and techniques so the practitioner excels at them.
  • Schedule clients without breaks.
  • Schedule clients far enough apart to allow the practitioner's hands to rest.
  • Sustain pressure over long periods of time to build up strength the practitioner's hands.

Question 84

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What is the process of using linens to keep a client covered during a treatment?
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  • Assessing
  • Centering
  • Grounding
  • Draping

Question 85

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A practitioner accidentally exposes a client during a session. The best course of action for the practitioner is to
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  • cover the client, offer an apology, and continue with the session.
  • behave as if nothing happened and let the client fix the draping
  • terminate the session, but do not charge the client. like to end
  • apologize profusely and ask the client if s/he would the session.

Question 86

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A well written business plan
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  • should fit on one page.
  • includes a financial analysis.
  • will never need to be revised.
  • does not reveal risks of the business.

Question 87

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Identifying business goals and the steps required to accomplish those goals best describes
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  • strategic planning
  • fitness assessment.
  • informed consent.
  • networking

Question 88

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Which of the following is the most common reason for failure in small businesses?
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  • Natural disasters
  • Lacking practical skill
  • Being over managed
  • Lack of planning

Question 89

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Which of the following includes tools such as networking, brochures, or offering specials?
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  • Business plan
  • Advertising
  • Promotion
  • Publicity

Question 90

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Which of the following would be appropriate to discuss with a potential employee during an interview?
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  • Religious beliefs
  • Work experience
  • Sexual orientation
  • Age

Question 91

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What form should be completed before a client's records can shared with a Insurance company?
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  • A release of information
  • A consent to treat
  • A plan of treatment
  • A SOAP chart

Question 92

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A partner in a business must
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  • file Form 1065 every three years
  • maintain all income and expense records and claim all business expenses on Form 1040.
  • issue a 1099 to each partner.
  • issue a schedule 1065 K-1 to each partner.

Question 93

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After the onset of menopause which hormone is produced in lower levels?
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  • Testosterone
  • Oxytocin
  • Estrogen
  • Prolactin

Question 94

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Which is a reproductive cell that forms half of a zygote?
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  • Neuron
  • Gonad
  • Gamete
  • Nephron

Question 95

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In the therapy room, what exists between the client and practitioner?
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  • Projection model
  • Fiduciary relationship
  • Dynamic network
  • Power differential

Question 96

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While working on a client's back, the client suggests that the practitioner lean powerfully into his spine to crack it because it would help ease the discomfort. How should the practitioner respond?
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  • Decline based on scope of practice principles
  • Agree to do it to relive the client's discomfort
  • Step out and do research about spine adjustments
  • Add an additional fee for the extra service

Question 97

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When starting a massage practice as a sole practitioner the practitioner should create what, in order to address professional expectations?
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  • Therapeutic requirements
  • Policy statements
  • Professional resume
  • Ethical copyright

Question 98

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A client's right to understand and participate in making decisions about treatment is addressed by what?
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  • Corporate structure
  • Guardian ad litem
  • Pro bono agreement
  • Informed consent

Question 99

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A practitioner who chooses to do community service usually records that service using what fee descriptor?
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  • Equipment appreciation
  • IRS 4684
  • Pro bono
  • Gift certificate unused

Question 100

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Managing boundaries in a therapeutic relationship is mainly the responsibility of
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  • the practitioner
  • the client.
  • licensure agency.
  • certifying organization.
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