Chapter 29 – Digestive System and Pathologies

Question 1

The pyloric sphincter regulates the movement of which substance?
A. Chyme
B. Lymph
C. Bile
D. Feces

Answer 1

Chyme

Question 2

Circular effleurage and vibration applied on the abdomen in clockwise direction is helpful for which condition?
A. Ulcerative colitis
B. Diarrhea
C. Constipation
D. Urinary incontinence

Answer 2

Constipation

Question 3

Which structure lies between the stomach and small intestine?
A. Ampulla of Vater
B. Splenic flexure
C. Ileocecal sphincter
D. Pyloric sphincter

Answer 3

Pyloric sphincter

Question 4

A massage practitioner working in a hospital is more likely than a practitioner working in a spa to contract which disease?
A. Hepatitis A
B. Leukemia
C. Psoriasis
D. Hepatitis B

Answer 4

Hepatitis B

Question 5

Where would a client report discomfort if diagnosed with diverticulitis?
A. Shoulder
B. Abdomen
C. Hip
D. Neck

Answer 5

Abdomen

Question 6

Which organ produces bile?
A. Gallbladder
B. Liver
C. Spleen
D. Pancreas

Answer 6

Liver

Question 7

Which organ is not part of the digestive system?
A. Liver
B. Spleen
C. Gallbladder
D. Pancreas

Answer 7

Spleen

Question 8

Massage for a client with irritable bowel syndrome involves:
A. considering it an absolute contraindication.
B. requiring deep pressure over the abdomen.
C. focusing on relaxation while possibly avoiding the abdomen.
D. considering it an indication during periods of remission.

Answer 8

focusing on relaxation while possibly avoiding the abdomen.

Question 9

In which organ does the majority of nutrient digestion and absorption occur?
A. Liver
B. Stomach
C. Small intestine
D. Large intestine

Answer 9

Small intestine

Question 10

Which massage consideration is appropriate for a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease?
A. Scheduling a session right after the client has eaten a meal
B. Spend extra time massaging the client’s abdomen
C. Place a bolster under the client’s abdomen when prone
D. Prop the client in a semireclining position

Answer 10

Prop the client in a semireclining position

Question 11

Which vitamin do bacteria in the large intestine produce?
A. A
B. E
C. K
D. D

Answer 11

K

Question 12

What is the path digested food takes while in the large intestine?
A. Transverse colon, ascending colon, and descending colon
B. Ascending colon, transverse colon, and descending colon
C. Transverse colon, descending colon, and ascending colon
D. Descending colon, transverse colon, and ascending colon

Answer 12

Ascending colon, transverse colon, and descending colon

Question 13

If a client arrives complaining of severe abdominal pain, abdominal swelling, and blood in the stool, what are appropriate treatment modifications?
A. Postpone the massage until the client has had surgery to correct the condition.
B. Proceed with the massage and avoid placing the client in the prone position.
C. Postpone the massage and refer the client to a healthcare provider.
D. Proceed with the massage, treating the client’s abdomen as a local contraindication.

Answer 13

Postpone the massage and refer the client to a healthcare provider

Question 14

Amylase is involved in digesting which of the following nutrients?
A. Vitamins
B. Fats
C. Proteins
D. Carbohydrates

Answer 14

Carbohydrates

Question 15

If a client has had a colostomy, how much time should pass after a large meal before receiving massage?
A. Thirty minutes
B. Two to three hours
C. Four to five hours
D. A client can receive a massage immediately after consuming a large meal

Answer 15

Two to three hours