MASSAGE THERAPY EXAM 2 HEALTH & HYGIENE 2025
|150 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. What is the recommended width for a standard massage table?
32 inches
28 inches
30 inches
24 inches
2. Why is it important to use an EPA-registered disinfectant in a massage
therapy environment?
It is easier to apply than other disinfectants.
It has a pleasant scent that enhances client experience.
It is less expensive than other cleaners.
It ensures effective elimination of harmful microorganisms and
complies with safety regulations.
3. Describe the conditions under which fungi are likely to thrive on human
skin.
Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, often found on skin
and mucous membranes.
Fungi thrive in acidic environments, primarily in the digestive tract.
Fungi thrive in cold, dry environments, often found in soil.
Fungi thrive in sterile environments, commonly found in hospitals.
4. Describe the significance of disinfection in the context of massage
therapy hygiene practices.
Disinfection is only necessary for equipment that is visibly dirty.
, Disinfection is less important than body mechanics in massage
therapy.
Disinfection is crucial in massage therapy as it helps eliminate
harmful microorganisms, ensuring a safe environment for both
clients and practitioners.
Disinfection is primarily concerned with enhancing client comfort.
5. Describe why it is important for massage therapists to understand the
limitations of antibiotics in treating infections.
Understanding the limitations of antibiotics helps therapists
prevent the misuse of these medications and promotes
appropriate hygiene practices.
Knowledge of antibiotics is not relevant to massage therapy.
Antibiotics can be used to treat all types of infections in massage
therapy.
Therapists should only focus on bacterial infections and ignore
viral infections.
6. If a client has a cut that is bleeding during a massage, what steps should
you take to ensure their safety and comfort?
Continue the massage and inform the client later
Ignore the cut if it is small
Apply a bandage without gloves
Stop the massage, put on gloves, apply pressure to the wound,
and cleanse with antiseptic
7. What is a recommended safety practice when going on an outcall for
massage therapy?
Wear casual clothing
Tell someone your destination
, Bring extra equipment
Avoid using disinfectants
8. If a massage therapist skips the rinsing step after washing tools, what
potential issue could arise during the disinfection process?
The therapist will be unable to use the tools.
The tools will become too wet to disinfect properly.
Soap residue may prevent effective disinfection.
The tools will be damaged by the disinfectant.
9. What is one type of disinfectant mentioned in the guidelines for massage
therapy hygiene?
Hydrogen peroxide
Alcohol wipes
Soap and water
Chlorine bleach
10. What term describes the process that eliminates all forms of microbial
life, including spores?
Sterilization
Disinfection
Antisepsis
Sanitization
11. If a client with oily skin reports discomfort with traditional massage oils,
how should a practitioner adjust their approach?
The practitioner should apply more oil to ensure comfort.
The practitioner should use a heavier cream for better absorption.
, The practitioner should use a light powder like cornstarch
instead of oils.
The practitioner should skip the massage altogether.
12. What is the recommended cleaning method for a face cradle in massage
therapy?
Soap and warm water
Alcohol wipes
Vinegar and water
Bleach solution
13. What is the recommended treatment for sheets and towels that have a
rancid odor?
washed with cold water
replaced with new ones
dried in the sun
bleached
14. If a massage therapist notices that the locks on their table are not
functioning properly, what should they do before proceeding with a
session?
Address the issue by repairing or replacing the locks to ensure
safety.
Continue with the session as planned.
Use the table without locks for a short session.
Inform the client about the issue and proceed anyway.
15. Which of the following (specifically) would be used on the skin?
germicide
|150 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. What is the recommended width for a standard massage table?
32 inches
28 inches
30 inches
24 inches
2. Why is it important to use an EPA-registered disinfectant in a massage
therapy environment?
It is easier to apply than other disinfectants.
It has a pleasant scent that enhances client experience.
It is less expensive than other cleaners.
It ensures effective elimination of harmful microorganisms and
complies with safety regulations.
3. Describe the conditions under which fungi are likely to thrive on human
skin.
Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, often found on skin
and mucous membranes.
Fungi thrive in acidic environments, primarily in the digestive tract.
Fungi thrive in cold, dry environments, often found in soil.
Fungi thrive in sterile environments, commonly found in hospitals.
4. Describe the significance of disinfection in the context of massage
therapy hygiene practices.
Disinfection is only necessary for equipment that is visibly dirty.
, Disinfection is less important than body mechanics in massage
therapy.
Disinfection is crucial in massage therapy as it helps eliminate
harmful microorganisms, ensuring a safe environment for both
clients and practitioners.
Disinfection is primarily concerned with enhancing client comfort.
5. Describe why it is important for massage therapists to understand the
limitations of antibiotics in treating infections.
Understanding the limitations of antibiotics helps therapists
prevent the misuse of these medications and promotes
appropriate hygiene practices.
Knowledge of antibiotics is not relevant to massage therapy.
Antibiotics can be used to treat all types of infections in massage
therapy.
Therapists should only focus on bacterial infections and ignore
viral infections.
6. If a client has a cut that is bleeding during a massage, what steps should
you take to ensure their safety and comfort?
Continue the massage and inform the client later
Ignore the cut if it is small
Apply a bandage without gloves
Stop the massage, put on gloves, apply pressure to the wound,
and cleanse with antiseptic
7. What is a recommended safety practice when going on an outcall for
massage therapy?
Wear casual clothing
Tell someone your destination
, Bring extra equipment
Avoid using disinfectants
8. If a massage therapist skips the rinsing step after washing tools, what
potential issue could arise during the disinfection process?
The therapist will be unable to use the tools.
The tools will become too wet to disinfect properly.
Soap residue may prevent effective disinfection.
The tools will be damaged by the disinfectant.
9. What is one type of disinfectant mentioned in the guidelines for massage
therapy hygiene?
Hydrogen peroxide
Alcohol wipes
Soap and water
Chlorine bleach
10. What term describes the process that eliminates all forms of microbial
life, including spores?
Sterilization
Disinfection
Antisepsis
Sanitization
11. If a client with oily skin reports discomfort with traditional massage oils,
how should a practitioner adjust their approach?
The practitioner should apply more oil to ensure comfort.
The practitioner should use a heavier cream for better absorption.
, The practitioner should use a light powder like cornstarch
instead of oils.
The practitioner should skip the massage altogether.
12. What is the recommended cleaning method for a face cradle in massage
therapy?
Soap and warm water
Alcohol wipes
Vinegar and water
Bleach solution
13. What is the recommended treatment for sheets and towels that have a
rancid odor?
washed with cold water
replaced with new ones
dried in the sun
bleached
14. If a massage therapist notices that the locks on their table are not
functioning properly, what should they do before proceeding with a
session?
Address the issue by repairing or replacing the locks to ensure
safety.
Continue with the session as planned.
Use the table without locks for a short session.
Inform the client about the issue and proceed anyway.
15. Which of the following (specifically) would be used on the skin?
germicide
