Hawaii Massage Board Exam Practice Questions & Answers

Which massage movement increases the flow of blood and lymph? - ANSWERSFriction What does contraindication mean? - ANSWERSthe expected treatment is inadvisable What is a hematoma? - ANSWERSbruise Which means kneading? - ANSWERSdeep touch What are the benefits of percussion? - ANSWERStones muscles and stimulates nervous and circulatory systems What is the range of motion? - ANSWERSThe movement of a joint from one extreme of the articulation to the other How is cross-fiber friction applied? - ANSWERSshort, deep strokes transverse to direction in fibers of muscles, tendons, ligaments apprenticeship program shall be of not less than______ months or more than______ months duration from the date issued. - ANSWERSsix, twelve What is an end feel? - ANSWERShow the joint feels at its end of range of motion Which massage technique prevents the formation of adhesions in muscles? - ANSWERScross fiber friction What conditions are contraindicated for hydrotherapy? - ANSWERSdiabetes What type of therapy reduces swelling and pain? - ANSWERScold What hydrotherapy treatment most effectively increases circulation by alternating vasodilation and vasoconstriction of blood vessels in an area? - ANSWERSvascular flush What is a trigger point? - ANSWERSa hypersensitive band in muscles tissue What is lymph? - ANSWERSfluid in lymphatic vessels What do lymph nodes do? - ANSWERSa. clean the lymph, b. store WBCs, c. become enlarge when we're sick, d. destroy harmful non-self cells, e. all of the above Massage is contraindicated for clients with cancer because the effects it has on - ANSWERSlymph and blood circulation Medical massage can be best defined as - ANSWERSperformed to improve pathologies or conditions diagnosed by a physician What massage modality is still the most widely used today and incorporated into other system? - ANSWERSSwedish massage Grounds on which a practitioner's license may be revoked, canceled or suspended are - ANSWERSpracticing fraud or deceit in obtaining a license, practicing under false or assumed mane, fraudulent or deceptive advertising, ethical or sexual misconduct with client Transference is when the practitioner personalizes the relationship with the client - ANSWERSfalse What are the 4 signs of inflammation? - ANSWERSpain, heat, red, swelling Some people find music distracting and prefer silence during massage - ANSWERStrue Depending on the massage movement applied, the nervous system can be - ANSWERSa. stimulated, b. soothed, c. all of the above Minimum suitable strengths for cresol and Lysol used to clean floors, sinks and restrooms are - ANSWERS1 to 5 % What stroke used short deep strokes, transverse to the direction of muscle, tendon or ligament fibers? - ANSWERSfriction Which stroke is a success of strokes applied by gliding the hand over a somewhat extended portion of the body and is used to distribute the oil, cream or lotion? - ANSWERSEffleurage How can a massage therapist increased the strength and power available in a movement while at the same time reduce their risk of potential injury? - ANSWERSuse good body mechanics When should the practitioner wash their hands when working with a massage client? - ANSWERSboth before and after the massage Is it better for a client to receive a massage before or after a meal? - ANSWERSbefore Which 2 undesirable effects can a client experience after the massage that are due to metabolic waste in the circulatory system? - ANSWERShyperemia and ischemia What does the acronym for RICE stand for? - ANSWERSRest, Ice, Compress, Elevate No person shall operate a massage establishment in connection with other business or dwelling unless there is a ________ separating the establishment from other business or dwelling. - ANSWERSpartition A massage establishment may be used as , or in connection with - ANSWERSa. living area, b. cooking area, c. sleeping area, d. none of the above Washing and toilet facilities shall be provided within ______ feet of the establishment - ANSWERSwithin 200 feet Items that cannot be sold or stored at the massage establishment are - ANSWERSfood Student massage programs in Hawai`i shall consist of not less than _______ hours. - ANSWERS570 What governing body regulates massage therapy in Hawai~i? - ANSWERSBoard of Massage Therapy Dept. Commerce & Consumer Affairs Massage therapist and massage therapy establishment licenses shall expire on - ANSWERSJune 30 even years In massage advertisement you can depict the human form of - ANSWERShands, wrists, forearms In massage advertisement you must use ________ to refer to service - ANSWERSmassage therapy/therapist What must be included in a massage advertisement? - ANSWERSLMT number, MAE number How long does a massage therapist have to be licensed in Hawai`i in order to be a sponsor? - ANSWERS3 years What are the requirements for principal massage therapist? - ANSWERSa. maintain files, b. responsible for conduct of therapist and apprentices, c. insure that apprentices wear a name tag, d. all of the above At every massage establishment, massage therapist licenses should be displayed where? - ANSWERSin a conspicuous place Which of the following statement are true? - ANSWERSa. apprentices may bot be sent to hotels or house calls, b. massage therapist rest areas must be identified with a sign, c. no installing or permitting of the use of any locks on massage doors, d. all of the above How many hours of clinical work are required in the apprenticeship program? - ANSWERS70 How many hours of advance techniques are required in the apprenticeship program? - ANSWERS40 How many hours of hands on massage are required in the apprenticeship program? - ANSWERS310 Applicants for the massage examination must show proof of having - ANSWERSa. photo ID, b. proof of training completion (570 hours), c. current CPR certification, d. all of the above The Board exam is offered _____ times a year. - ANSWERS4 When can the DOH or Board of massage inspect an establishment? - ANSWERSwhenever they like Who is responsible for any person to be working or affiliated with a massage establishment? - ANSWERSthe principal massage therapist What is the adipose tissue? - ANSWERSfat Where is the greater sciatic notch found? - ANSWERSpelvis Where is hemoglobin found? - ANSWERSred blood cells In rotation of the neck the SCM contract in opposite direction as movement. What is this called? - ANSWERSlateral flexion What does the axial skeleton include? - ANSWERSspine, ribs, cranium The first cranial nerve supplies which sense? - ANSWERSsmell The second cranial nerve supplies which sense - ANSWERSvision The eighth cranial nerve supplies which sense? - ANSWERShearing Which cranial nerve helps to swallow? - ANSWERSXII A major muscle which holds the head erect? - ANSWERStrapezius A major artery that disperses blood throughout the body - ANSWERSaorta