Hawaii Massage Exam Questions with correct answers
1 Massage is defined as Correct Answer-"A systematic and scientific
manipulation of soft tissue and superficial tissue". (Chapter 452-1)
2 The basic unit of structure of all living things is the Correct Answer-
Cell
3 Relative constancy refers to Correct Answer-Homeostasis
4 The brain and spinal cord are in the Correct Answer-Dorsal cavity
6 Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior portions
Correct Answer-Coronal or Frontal.
7 What burn classification do blisters form Correct Answer-2nd degree
8 Which are not functions of the skeletal system Correct Answer-Posture
9 The primary functions of the muscles are Correct Answer-Heat,
movement, posture
10 Abduction is Correct Answer-Away from the midline of the body
,11 Glands that secrete their products into the ducts are called
_____________glands. Correct Answer-Exocrine
12 Glands that secrete their products into the bloodstream are Correct
Answer-Endocrine
13 The primary function of the red blood cells is Correct Answer-
Transport of gases
14 Blood is composed of Correct Answer-Plasma, RBCs, WBCs,
platelets
15 The universal blood donor is "O" whereas the universal recipient is
Correct Answer-"AB".
16 The two systems responsible for gas exchange are Correct Answer-
Respiratory and cardiovascular
17 The structure where the gas exchange takes place is the Correct
Answer-Alveolus (located in the lung)
18 The sequential order for passage of air expiration is Correct Answer-
Bronchi, trachea, larynx, pharynx
19 Carbohydrate digestion is accomplished by the following enzymes
Correct Answer-a) amylase, b) maltase, c) sucrase,
,20 The functional unit of the kidney is Correct Answer-Nephron
21 The term that describes the reclining (face up) position is Correct
Answer-Supine
22 The humerus articulates with the Correct Answer-Ulna
23 The four types of tissue are Correct Answer-CMEN- connective,
muscle, epithelial, nervous
24 Anatomy is Correct Answer-The study of the structure of all living
things
25 The anatomical position is Correct Answer-Body erect, arms at side,
palms forward
26 A sagittal plane Correct Answer-Divides the body between right and
left (Coronal/frontal = anterior and posterior, Transverse = upper and
lower)
27 The body's most important function is Correct Answer-Survival
28 What separates the Thoracic and Abdominopelvic cavities Correct
Answer-Diaphram
, 30 What connects muscles to bones Correct Answer-Tendons
31 To sedate a client, which of the following is indicated Correct
Answer-a) slow movement, b) rhythmic movement, c) moderate
pressure,
32 R.I.C.E. stands for Correct Answer-rest, ice, compression. elevation
(swelling/joint injury)
33 The shoulder joint is an example of a Correct Answer-ball and socket
(shoulder & hip)
34 What do you do if you are working on a client and he/she complains
of pain where you are working Correct Answer-Back off and continue
communication to be sure they are comfortable
35 What is the best position for massaging a pregnant woman Correct
Answer-Lateral recumbent (lying on side)
36 Which endangerment site is located behind the knee Correct Answer-
Popliteal artery
37 Which endangerment site is located in the anterior elbow Correct
Answer-Cubital vein
1 Massage is defined as Correct Answer-"A systematic and scientific
manipulation of soft tissue and superficial tissue". (Chapter 452-1)
2 The basic unit of structure of all living things is the Correct Answer-
Cell
3 Relative constancy refers to Correct Answer-Homeostasis
4 The brain and spinal cord are in the Correct Answer-Dorsal cavity
6 Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior portions
Correct Answer-Coronal or Frontal.
7 What burn classification do blisters form Correct Answer-2nd degree
8 Which are not functions of the skeletal system Correct Answer-Posture
9 The primary functions of the muscles are Correct Answer-Heat,
movement, posture
10 Abduction is Correct Answer-Away from the midline of the body
,11 Glands that secrete their products into the ducts are called
_____________glands. Correct Answer-Exocrine
12 Glands that secrete their products into the bloodstream are Correct
Answer-Endocrine
13 The primary function of the red blood cells is Correct Answer-
Transport of gases
14 Blood is composed of Correct Answer-Plasma, RBCs, WBCs,
platelets
15 The universal blood donor is "O" whereas the universal recipient is
Correct Answer-"AB".
16 The two systems responsible for gas exchange are Correct Answer-
Respiratory and cardiovascular
17 The structure where the gas exchange takes place is the Correct
Answer-Alveolus (located in the lung)
18 The sequential order for passage of air expiration is Correct Answer-
Bronchi, trachea, larynx, pharynx
19 Carbohydrate digestion is accomplished by the following enzymes
Correct Answer-a) amylase, b) maltase, c) sucrase,
,20 The functional unit of the kidney is Correct Answer-Nephron
21 The term that describes the reclining (face up) position is Correct
Answer-Supine
22 The humerus articulates with the Correct Answer-Ulna
23 The four types of tissue are Correct Answer-CMEN- connective,
muscle, epithelial, nervous
24 Anatomy is Correct Answer-The study of the structure of all living
things
25 The anatomical position is Correct Answer-Body erect, arms at side,
palms forward
26 A sagittal plane Correct Answer-Divides the body between right and
left (Coronal/frontal = anterior and posterior, Transverse = upper and
lower)
27 The body's most important function is Correct Answer-Survival
28 What separates the Thoracic and Abdominopelvic cavities Correct
Answer-Diaphram
, 30 What connects muscles to bones Correct Answer-Tendons
31 To sedate a client, which of the following is indicated Correct
Answer-a) slow movement, b) rhythmic movement, c) moderate
pressure,
32 R.I.C.E. stands for Correct Answer-rest, ice, compression. elevation
(swelling/joint injury)
33 The shoulder joint is an example of a Correct Answer-ball and socket
(shoulder & hip)
34 What do you do if you are working on a client and he/she complains
of pain where you are working Correct Answer-Back off and continue
communication to be sure they are comfortable
35 What is the best position for massaging a pregnant woman Correct
Answer-Lateral recumbent (lying on side)
36 Which endangerment site is located behind the knee Correct Answer-
Popliteal artery
37 Which endangerment site is located in the anterior elbow Correct
Answer-Cubital vein
