Cautions and Contraindications Flashcards
1
Q
A structure that requires caution in the anterior triangle of the neck is the:
A
Internal jugular vein
2
Q
Chemical headaches are triggered by chemical imbalances in the body and may resemble tension headaches. They:
A
Are an absolute contraindication
3
Q
A step-by-step process of working through client information in order to plan a safe and competent massage for the client.
A
Clinical reasoning (also called critical thinking)
4
Q
A secondary effect of a medication or therapy that goes beyond the desired effect
A
Side effect
5
Q
Medications that suppress immune system responses and decrease inflammation.
A
Steroids
6
Q
Staphylococcus aureus is a species of bacteria that causes “staph” infections and:
A
Commonly lives harmlessly on the skin and hair, and around the nose
