when the sole of the foot is turned outwards, the ankle is considered to be - CORRECT
ANSWER-everted
which tendonitis is very common with overuse of the shoulder in flexion from sports
such as tennis or racquetball? - CORRECT ANSWER-longhead bicep tendonitis
the specific joint between the skull and the spine that permits nodding is called the -
CORRECT ANSWER-atlanto-occipital joint
the strumming technique is utilized for: - CORRECT ANSWER-carpal tunnel syndrome
during moderate exercise, a more gradual increase in ventilation occurs which causes: -
CORRECT ANSWER-increase in temperature, increase in PCO2, and decrease in PO2
which of the following tests should be used for piriformis syndrome? - CORRECT
ANSWER-forester's
which varicose vein disease stage requires surgical treatment? - CORRECT ANSWER-
decompensated stage
a plumbline examination will usually show: - CORRECT ANSWER-fall behind vertebrae
the joints of the skull are generally known as: - CORRECT ANSWER-sutures
what is the most common cause for peripheral nerve injuries? - CORRECT ANSWER-
compression
what is NOT the cause of a muscle strain? - CORRECT ANSWER-severe compression
which interior muscle would you work on for a client that suffers from lordosis? -
CORRECT ANSWER-iliopsoas
Your client Vivian is a stage performer. During her bi-monthly massage, she is excited
to tell you that she has been given an enormous, influential roll in a play. She has been
waiting for her big break and she does not want to mess it up. Even though she is an
untrained actress, she knows that knowledge of body mechanics while performing is
important. She has been told her projection needs work and to make specific postural
changes to fit the character's disposition. Of the following techniques, which one would
, be most appropriate for Vivian to help increase her knowledge of posture and improve
her performance? - CORRECT ANSWER-Alexander Technique
which orthopedic test is best to determine if your client has an AC joint pathology? -
CORRECT ANSWER-painful arc
to strengthen you client's levator scapula muscle, you would ask your client to perform
10 pain free reps of resisted scapular________ - CORRECT ANSWER-elevation
which of the following statements is an example of a close ended question? -
CORRECT ANSWER-when did the accident happen?
which of the following statements describes a GH dislocation? - CORRECT ANSWER-
separation of the head of the humerus
which of the following signs and symptoms are typical of asthma? - CORRECT
ANSWER-non-productive cough, difficult expiration
which of the following signs and symptoms must be considered when a client with
hypertension is getting off a massage table? - CORRECT ANSWER-dizziness, fatigue
what is the most common cause of carpal tunnel syndrome? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Overuse of the forearm flexors
what type of information should not be recorded on a health history form? - CORRECT
ANSWER-treatment consent
what type of health history information is confidential? - CORRECT ANSWER-all
information
your client has a blood pressure of 210/140 mm Hg and requires the abdominal
massage to help with constipation. in this case, the massage will likely be: - CORRECT
ANSWER-strongly contraindicated at that moment
which of the following levels is a nerve root lesion indicative for a client with a
diminished biceps and brachioradialis reflex? - CORRECT ANSWER-C5
which of the following is the most effective modality in reducing edema? - CORRECT
ANSWER-lymphatic drainage
which of the following is a reflexive effect of vine vibrations? - CORRECT ANSWER-
sedation of the nervous system
if your client has weakness with an extension, this could indicate a nerve root lesion at
which spinal level? - CORRECT ANSWER-C7