Chapter 12

Question 0

T/F The most effective way to receive a Swedish, relaxation/wellness massage is with all clothing removed

Answer 0

True

Question 1

T/F Forms should be completed at the end of the first massage.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

T/F Most massage clients are comfortable with all of their clothes removed.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

T/F The practitioner should help the client onto the table at the beginning of a massage.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

T/F Bolsters used for support should be placed on top of the sheets or draping material so that the client’s skin comes into direct contact with the bolster.

Answer 4

False

Question 5

T/F Cervical spine supports should hold the chest 4-6 inches off teh table while allowing the head to rest forward comfortably.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

T/F The process of using linens to keep a client covered while performing a massage is called coverage.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

T/F If using towels for the top cover draping method, they should form the letter “T” configuration.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

T/F In full-body massage, the sequence should begin with the client lying on her side.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

T/F Face massage is usually performed at the beginning of the massage.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

T/F In ear massage, both ears may be massaged simultaneously.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

T/F In some states, breast draping is a legal requirement.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

An imformed consent document clearly states all except:

Answer 12

time & date of next appointment

Question 13

Depending on the treatment given, the massage client will lie down in one of the following positions: except

Answer 13

1/2 sit

Question 14

Bolsters used under the client’s knees when the client is lying on her back should be ____ inches in diameter.

Answer 14

4-8 inches

Question 15

Positioning with bolsters provides more comfort for the client who has reduced flexibility in the ankles, knees, or ____

Answer 15

low back

Question 16

When positioning the client facedown, place a support under the client’s chest to take the pressure off the ______

Answer 16

cervical spine

Question 17

Which position works well for pregnant women in their second and third trimester?

Answer 17

Side lying

Question 18

This provides alternative for a client to receive many of the benefits of an upper body massage in a seated position without removing clothing.

Answer 18

massage chair

Question 19

Draping allows for the client to be totally undressed and at the same time retain comfort, warmth, and _______

Answer 19

modesty

Question 20

The proper temperature for a massage room is between ____ and ____ degrees F.

Answer 20

72-75

Question 21

Draping methods include top cover and _____

Answer 21

full sheet

Question 22

minimum size of sheet in top cover method?

Answer 22

72 x 36

Question 23

When working with a client over 200 lbs. use what size sheet

Answer 23

queen

Question 24

In the full sheet draping method, a full size flat sheet has a minimum width of?

Answer 24

80 inches

Question 25

The opening for a wrap or towel is to be situtated where?

Answer 25

side of body

Question 26

In administering massage, the practitioner must be aware of all except:

Answer 26

completion of paperwork

Question 27

Key to the way the client will respond to the therapist and teh massage treatment is

Answer 27

quality of touch

Question 28

the pattern or design of a massage is

Answer 28

massage sequence

Question 29

When performing massage, performing a stroke, or working on an area, work from ______ to _____ back to ________

Answer 29

general - specific - general

Question 30

When appying massage lubricant, which one of the following statements is correct?

Answer 30

rub your hands together to warm the lubricant to body temperature

Question 31

stroke used to apply the lubricant and encourage the flow of body fluids toward the center fo the body

Answer 31

effleurage

Question 32

What is massaged last in massage routine 1

Answer 32

massage the back of the body

Question 33

In massage routine 1, as part of a general arm massage, you should knead the arm from ________ to ______

Answer 33

shoulder to elbow

Question 34

When performing massage routine 1, which one of the following would occur first in a general massage of the foot and leg?

Answer 34

rotate each toe three times

Question 35

Massage routine 1 which one of the following steps would occur last in general massage of the anterior torso and neck

Answer 35

apply deep gliding strokes from the occiput down the shoulders

Question 36

Massage routine 1, which one of the following steps would occur first in a general massage for the back of the legs.

Answer 36

Knead leg from heel to hip.

Question 37

What considerations must be taken into account when massaging the face?

Answer 37

avoid massage around eyes if client has contacts

Question 38

In a general massage of the neck, which one of the following steps should occur first?

Answer 38

apply gliding to the side of the neck

Question 39

in general massage of arms, which one of the following is the first step to occur?

Answer 39

apply lubricant on the client’s arm from shoulder to wrist

Question 40

To complete a full body massage, lightly place one hand on the ______ and the other at the top of the spine and hold the position for several seconds.

Answer 40

sacrum