Massage Therapy
Study Exam Questions
● A business expense that fluctuates based on the volume of the
business is called? Variable cost
● Reflexology is known as? Stimulating specific points on the feet and
hands
● What is the recommended temperature setting for a paraffin
hand/foot bath? 120-130 degrees F
● Which muscles can extend the cervical spine? Splenius capitis
● The clavicle forms what kind of joint at its distal end? Synovial
● What is the membrane that covers the exterior of all bones, except
the ends that cover with cartilage? Periosteum
● Where is the thenar eminence located? Base of the thumb
● Which condition if present in the client would require the MT take
additional measures to ensure thorough cleaning of the sheets and
equipment? Conjunctivitis
● What % of blood is plasma? 55%
● A MP working in another healthcare providers office on pts receiving
multiple interventions outside a massage therapists scope of practice
will require? Supervision
● What is the palpable bony landmark located at the gluteal fold that
can help a MT when performing a posture assessment? Ischial
tuberosity
● The exchange for services is known as? Barter
● What is the long, central shaft of a long bone called? Diaphysis
● A selfless concern for the welfare of others is known as? Altruism
● Extrinsic means? Of external origin
● ROM for lateral flexion at the cervical spine? 45 degrees
● A client with adhesive capsulitis will likely have pain and restricted
ROM due to thickening of what joint capsule? Shoulder
● Bile from the gallbladder and liver enter the duodenum through the?
Common bile duct
● Best client response during a pain assessment? Client reported a
max of 2/10 low back pain after 30 mins of standing cooking actively.
, ● Xanax, ativan, lorazepam, valium and cymbalta are examples of?
Anti-anxiety drugs
● A preference or inclination, especially a person one that can inhibit
impartial judgment and ethical decision making, is called? Bias
● Personal space distance ranges from? 1.5 ft to 4 ft.
● ADA refers to? American Disabilities Act
● Knees, hips, shoulders and finger joints are examples of what kind of
joint? Diathrosis
● Which bone of the forearm contains the semilunar notch that
articulates with trochlea of the humerus? Ulna
● The tendency to give or withhold favor toward a particular person or
thing or the inability to maintain a neutral viewpoint on a particular
topic is an example of? Bias
● What represents a muscle region that is innervated by a single spinal
level nerve root? Myotome
● What body system consists of glands that produce secrete hormones
directly into the blood? Endocrine system
● What is the reflexive defensive reaction to a sudden or threatening
stimulus? Startle response
● A change in hormone levels in the brain due to activation of the
parasympathetic nervous system and the relaxation response from
massage is a? Physiological effect
● What type of movement occurs at the proximal radioulnar joint?
Rotation
● Normal ROM of the knee? 0-150 degrees
● What do the initials LLC stand for? Limited liability corporation
● NOT an exocrine gland? Pituitary gland
● Normal range of motion at the elbow joint be documented? 0-150
degrees
● Businesses sell products or services directly to the consumer? Retail
● MT and client conveys a sense of connection, trust and openness
without compromising professionalism? Intimacy
● How many pairs of chromosomes does a human have? 23
● True about the lateral malleolus? It is located at the distal end of the
fibula
Study Exam Questions
● A business expense that fluctuates based on the volume of the
business is called? Variable cost
● Reflexology is known as? Stimulating specific points on the feet and
hands
● What is the recommended temperature setting for a paraffin
hand/foot bath? 120-130 degrees F
● Which muscles can extend the cervical spine? Splenius capitis
● The clavicle forms what kind of joint at its distal end? Synovial
● What is the membrane that covers the exterior of all bones, except
the ends that cover with cartilage? Periosteum
● Where is the thenar eminence located? Base of the thumb
● Which condition if present in the client would require the MT take
additional measures to ensure thorough cleaning of the sheets and
equipment? Conjunctivitis
● What % of blood is plasma? 55%
● A MP working in another healthcare providers office on pts receiving
multiple interventions outside a massage therapists scope of practice
will require? Supervision
● What is the palpable bony landmark located at the gluteal fold that
can help a MT when performing a posture assessment? Ischial
tuberosity
● The exchange for services is known as? Barter
● What is the long, central shaft of a long bone called? Diaphysis
● A selfless concern for the welfare of others is known as? Altruism
● Extrinsic means? Of external origin
● ROM for lateral flexion at the cervical spine? 45 degrees
● A client with adhesive capsulitis will likely have pain and restricted
ROM due to thickening of what joint capsule? Shoulder
● Bile from the gallbladder and liver enter the duodenum through the?
Common bile duct
● Best client response during a pain assessment? Client reported a
max of 2/10 low back pain after 30 mins of standing cooking actively.
, ● Xanax, ativan, lorazepam, valium and cymbalta are examples of?
Anti-anxiety drugs
● A preference or inclination, especially a person one that can inhibit
impartial judgment and ethical decision making, is called? Bias
● Personal space distance ranges from? 1.5 ft to 4 ft.
● ADA refers to? American Disabilities Act
● Knees, hips, shoulders and finger joints are examples of what kind of
joint? Diathrosis
● Which bone of the forearm contains the semilunar notch that
articulates with trochlea of the humerus? Ulna
● The tendency to give or withhold favor toward a particular person or
thing or the inability to maintain a neutral viewpoint on a particular
topic is an example of? Bias
● What represents a muscle region that is innervated by a single spinal
level nerve root? Myotome
● What body system consists of glands that produce secrete hormones
directly into the blood? Endocrine system
● What is the reflexive defensive reaction to a sudden or threatening
stimulus? Startle response
● A change in hormone levels in the brain due to activation of the
parasympathetic nervous system and the relaxation response from
massage is a? Physiological effect
● What type of movement occurs at the proximal radioulnar joint?
Rotation
● Normal ROM of the knee? 0-150 degrees
● What do the initials LLC stand for? Limited liability corporation
● NOT an exocrine gland? Pituitary gland
● Normal range of motion at the elbow joint be documented? 0-150
degrees
● Businesses sell products or services directly to the consumer? Retail
● MT and client conveys a sense of connection, trust and openness
without compromising professionalism? Intimacy
● How many pairs of chromosomes does a human have? 23
● True about the lateral malleolus? It is located at the distal end of the
fibula
