Question 1

Which term refers to information learned from the client?

Accepted Answer

A) Informed consent 
B) Subjective data 
C) Palpation assessment 
D) Objective data 
A) Informed consent 
B) Subjective data 
C) Palpation assessment 
D) Objective data B

Question 2

If the client mentions an area of pain that was not part of the original treatment goal, the massage therapist should:

Accepted Answer

A) stick to the goals outlined in the original treatment plan. 
B) tailor the session to the client's symptoms on that day. 
C) suggest that it be revisited after the primary complaint is resolved. 
D) tell the client that the new area of pain cannot be addressed in the allotted time. 
A) stick to the goals outlined in the original treatment plan. 
B) tailor the session to the client's symptoms on that day. 
C) suggest that it be revisited after the primary complaint is resolved. 
D) tell the client that the new area of pain cannot be addressed in the allotted time. B

Question 3

Ruling out conditions for which massage may have harmful effects is essential because it:

Accepted Answer

A) may help the massage therapist schedule other clients. 
B) requires communication with the client's health care provider. 
C) is the duty and obligation of the massage therapist. 
D) determines the fee structure of the sessions. 
A) may help the massage therapist schedule other clients. 
B) requires communication with the client's health care provider. 
C) is the duty and obligation of the massage therapist. 
D) determines the fee structure of the sessions. C

Question 4

Which type of form is filled out by a health care provider to authorize massage therapy treatment?

Accepted Answer

A) Intake 
B) Informed consent 
C) Medical release 
D) Referral 
A) Intake 
B) Informed consent 
C) Medical release 
D) Referral

Question 5

On an intake form, if the writing is the massage therapist's and not the client's, the massage therapist should:

Accepted Answer

A) use a different color pen. 
B) write it in pencil so it can be erased. 
C) place initials next to the entry. 
D) highlight the information. 
A) use a different color pen. 
B) write it in pencil so it can be erased. 
C) place initials next to the entry. 
D) highlight the information.

Question 6

Which should the massage therapist avoid doing when interviewing a client?

Accepted Answer

A) Using both open-ended and closed-ended questions 
B) Staying focused on what is being said 
C) Indicating that a response is right, wrong, or interesting 
D) Listening intently and signaling interest 
A) Using both open-ended and closed-ended questions 
B) Staying focused on what is being said 
C) Indicating that a response is right, wrong, or interesting 
D) Listening intently and signaling interest

Question 7

Which term refers to data that is measurable and verifiable?

Accepted Answer

A) Subjective data 
B) Informed consent 
C) Objective data 
D) Scope of practice 
A) Subjective data 
B) Informed consent 
C) Objective data 
D) Scope of practice

Question 8

When performing the treatment plan, the massage therapist should:

Accepted Answer

A) follow it to the letter, even if the client's goals change. 
B) realize 50% improvement in function is insufficient. 
C) accomplish complete freedom from pain for the client. 
D) realize 100% function and pain relief may be unachievable. 
A) follow it to the letter, even if the client's goals change. 
B) realize 50% improvement in function is insufficient. 
C) accomplish complete freedom from pain for the client. 
D) realize 100% function and pain relief may be unachievable.

Question 9

Which situation is an absolute contraindication for massage?

Accepted Answer

A) The condition is the result of an injury that occurred 4 days prior. 
B) The client has a fever. 
C) An abnormal lump was noted on the right posterior wrist. 
D) The left great toe is inflamed. 
A) The condition is the result of an injury that occurred 4 days prior. 
B) The client has a fever. 
C) An abnormal lump was noted on the right posterior wrist. 
D) The left great toe is inflamed.

Question 10

Which should the massage therapist do when assessing a client's pain?

Accepted Answer

A) Determine the original cause because it is essential. 
B) Ask the client questions using the acronym OPPQRST. 
C) Accept only the terms mild, moderate, or severe to describe the quality of pain. 
D) Ignore the use of analgesics and narcotics. 
A) Determine the original cause because it is essential. 
B) Ask the client questions using the acronym OPPQRST. 
C) Accept only the terms mild, moderate, or severe to describe the quality of pain. 
D) Ignore the use of analgesics and narcotics.

Question 11

Which is assessment through touching with purpose and intent?

Accepted Answer

A) Physical contact 
B) Tactile stimulation 
C) Palpation 
D) Inspection 
A) Physical contact 
B) Tactile stimulation 
C) Palpation 
D) Inspection

Question 12

Which question is considered open-ended?

Accepted Answer

A) "On a scale from 1 to 5, what is your level of pain today?" 
B) "Does your shoulder still hurt?" 
C) "Did you feel any pain in the area that was treated in the last session?" 
D) "What can you tell me about your pain level today?" 
A) "On a scale from 1 to 5, what is your level of pain today?" 
B) "Does your shoulder still hurt?" 
C) "Did you feel any pain in the area that was treated in the last session?" 
D) "What can you tell me about your pain level today?"

Question 13

Which guideline is part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

Accepted Answer

A) Assign passwords to those who access electronic client files. 
B) Obtain verbal permission from clients to send them marketing materials. 
C) Store client files in an unlocked cabinet. 
D) Obtain verbal consent from each client prior to treatment. 
A) Assign passwords to those who access electronic client files. 
B) Obtain verbal permission from clients to send them marketing materials. 
C) Store client files in an unlocked cabinet. 
D) Obtain verbal consent from each client prior to treatment.

Question 14

If the initial treatment plan is unsuccessful, the massage therapist should:

Accepted Answer

A) reevaluate the techniques being used and revise them as needed. 
B) refer the client to the massage therapists health care provider. 
C) suggest another approach, such as chiropractic or acupuncture. 
D) refer the client to a massage therapist with advanced training. 
A) reevaluate the techniques being used and revise them as needed. 
B) refer the client to the massage therapists health care provider. 
C) suggest another approach, such as chiropractic or acupuncture. 
D) refer the client to a massage therapist with advanced training.

Question 15

What process involves evaluating a client's condition based on subjective reporting and objective findings?

Accepted Answer

A) Countertransference 
B) Progress report 
C) Documentation 
D) Assessment 
A) Countertransference 
B) Progress report 
C) Documentation 
D) Assessment

Question 16

Which should the massage therapist do if he or she wants to make recommendations for joint mobilizations, stretches, or strengthening exercises?

Accepted Answer

A) Demonstrate the activity and ask the client to mirror it to be sure it is performed correctly. 
B) Have the client sign a release stating that he or she understands the activity. 
C) Understand that making suggestions about these activities is outside scope of practice. 
D) Have the client perform the activity only if it is approved by a health care provider. 
A) Demonstrate the activity and ask the client to mirror it to be sure it is performed correctly. 
B) Have the client sign a release stating that he or she understands the activity. 
C) Understand that making suggestions about these activities is outside scope of practice. 
D) Have the client perform the activity only if it is approved by a health care provider.

Question 17

Internally rotated shoulders with head forward posture is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A) objective data. 
B) subjective data. 
C) palpation results. 
D) morbidity. 
A) objective data. 
B) subjective data. 
C) palpation results. 
D) morbidity.

Question 18

Which part of the massage session is based on the client's health history, the interview, and other assessments?

Accepted Answer

A) Intake form 
B) Treatment plan 
C) Informed consent 
D) Referral form 
A) Intake form 
B) Treatment plan 
C) Informed consent 
D) Referral form

Question 19

The term for presence of a disease or physical condition that makes it impossible or undesirable to treat a particular client in the usual manner is:

Accepted Answer

A) assessment. 
B) subacute. 
C) contraindication. 
D) diagnosis. 
A) assessment. 
B) subacute. 
C) contraindication. 
D) diagnosis.

Question 20

Because lubricant sensitivity cannot always be predetermined, the massage therapist should have:

Accepted Answer

A) talcum powder available. 
B) gloves available. 
C) the option of using a hypoallergenic lubricant. 
D) the ability to massage the fully clothed client. 
A) talcum powder available. 
B) gloves available. 
C) the option of using a hypoallergenic lubricant. 
D) the ability to massage the fully clothed client.

Which term refers to information learned from the client?

If the client mentions an area of pain that was not part of the original treatment goal, the massage therapist should:

Ruling out conditions for which massage may have harmful effects is essential because it:

Which type of form is filled out by a health care provider to authorize massage therapy treatment?

On an intake form, if the writing is the massage therapist's and not the client's, the massage therapist should:

Which should the massage therapist avoid doing when interviewing a client?

Which term refers to data that is measurable and verifiable?

When performing the treatment plan, the massage therapist should:

Which situation is an absolute contraindication for massage?

Which should the massage therapist do when assessing a client's pain?

Which is assessment through touching with purpose and intent?

Which question is considered open-ended?

Which guideline is part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

If the initial treatment plan is unsuccessful, the massage therapist should:

What process involves evaluating a client's condition based on subjective reporting and objective findings?

Which should the massage therapist do if he or she wants to make recommendations for joint mobilizations, stretches, or strengthening exercises?

Internally rotated shoulders with head forward posture is an example of:

Which part of the massage session is based on the client's health history, the interview, and other assessments?

The term for presence of a disease or physical condition that makes it impossible or undesirable to treat a particular client in the usual manner is:

Because lubricant sensitivity cannot always be predetermined, the massage therapist should have:

Infection Control and Safe Practice Procedures for Massage Therapists

Pharmacology and Massage Therapy

Dermatologic Pathologies

Musculoskeletal Pathologies

Neurologic Pathologies

Endocrine Pathologies

Cardiovascular Pathologies

Lymphatic and Immune Pathologies

Respiratory Pathologies

Gastrointestinal Pathologies

Urinary Pathologies

Reproductive Pathologies, Conditions, and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Cancer

Mental Disorders

Aging and Massage

Filters

Exam 2: Treatment Planning

Which term refers to information learned from the client?

If the client mentions an area of pain that was not part of the original treatment goal, the massage therapist should:

Ruling out conditions for which massage may have harmful effects is essential because it:

Which type of form is filled out by a health care provider to authorize massage therapy treatment?

On an intake form, if the writing is the massage therapist's and not the client's, the massage therapist should:

Which should the massage therapist avoid doing when interviewing a client?

Which term refers to data that is measurable and verifiable?

When performing the treatment plan, the massage therapist should:

Which situation is an absolute contraindication for massage?

Which should the massage therapist do when assessing a client's pain?

Which is assessment through touching with purpose and intent?

Which question is considered open-ended?

Which guideline is part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

If the initial treatment plan is unsuccessful, the massage therapist should:

What process involves evaluating a client's condition based on subjective reporting and objective findings?

Which should the massage therapist do if he or she wants to make recommendations for joint mobilizations, stretches, or strengthening exercises?

Internally rotated shoulders with head forward posture is an example of:

Which part of the massage session is based on the client's health history, the interview, and other assessments?

The term for presence of a disease or physical condition that makes it impossible or undesirable to treat a particular client in the usual manner is:

Because lubricant sensitivity cannot always be predetermined, the massage therapist should have:

Infection Control and Safe Practice Procedures for Massage Therapists

Pharmacology and Massage Therapy

Dermatologic Pathologies

Musculoskeletal Pathologies

Neurologic Pathologies

Endocrine Pathologies

Cardiovascular Pathologies

Lymphatic and Immune Pathologies

Respiratory Pathologies

Gastrointestinal Pathologies

Urinary Pathologies

Reproductive Pathologies, Conditions, and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Cancer

Mental Disorders

Aging and Massage

Filters