Chapter 30 – Urinary System and Pathologies

Question 1

Use of vigorous percussion should be avoided over which area?
A. Quadriceps
B. Lower back
C. Shoulders
D. Soles of feet

Answer 1

Lower back

Question 2

The kidneys lie in a retroperitoneal position which means they are where in relation to the peritoneum?
A. Anterior
B. Posterior
C. Within
D. Inferior

Answer 2

Posterior

Question 3

What is the most common cause of a urinary tract infection?
A. Viruses
B. Bacteria
C. Trauma
D. Fungi

Answer 3

Bacteria

Question 4

Which term is a synonym for cystitis?
A. Heart attack
B. Stroke
C. Bladder infection
D. Whiplash

Answer 4

Bladder infection

Question 5

Urine leaves the renal pelvis through which structure?
A. Bladder
B. Urethra
C. Glomerulus
D. Ureter

Answer 5

Ureter

Question 6

Which body system is involved in regulating the blood volume and its chemical composition?
A. Urinary
B. Lymphatic
C. Reproductive
D. Skeletal

Answer 6

Urinary

Question 7

Which region of the body is affected if a client has pyelonephritis?
A. Upper back
B. Lower back
C. Groin area
D. Facial area

Answer 7

Lower back

Question 8

Vasodilators may be prescribed to treat which condition? (Ch 3 pathos)
A. Inflammation
B. Cough
C. Diabetes
D. Hypertension

Answer 8

Hypertension

Question 9

Antipyretic medications are primarily used in which of the following conditions? (Ch 3 pathos)
A. Fever
B. Pain
C. Infection
D. Inflammation

Answer 9

Fever

Question 10

An agent used to reduce pain is also called a/n: (Ch 3 pathos)
A. Antiemetics
B. Analgesic
C. Antipyretic
D. Antiseptic

Answer 10

Analgesic

Question 11

Massage considerations for a client who wears a transdermal patch include: (Ch 3 pathos)
A. using a semireclining position while supine to reduce medication side effects.
B. postponing massage for 24 hours after the patch is applied.
C. avoiding techniques that cause rocking or shaking because excessive body motion may increase the absorption of the medicine.
D. avoiding using lubricants around the edge of the patch because it may interfere with the patch adhesive.

Answer 11

avoiding using lubricants around the edge of the patch because it may interfere with the
patch adhesive.

Question 12

Which type of drug is used to prevent or reduce the blood’s ability to form clots? (Ch 3pathos)
A. Antitussive
B. Antibiotic
C. Anticoagulant
D. Antiarrhythmic

Answer 12

Anticoagulant

Question 13

A client with a history of angina pectoris will most likely have which medication? (Ch 3 pathos)
A. Lithium
B. Aspirin
C. Diuretic
D. Nitroglycerin

Answer 13

Nitroglycerin

Question 14

What does the “M” stand for in the M-C-E protocol for acute inflammation? (Ch 5 pathos)
A. Manage
B. Monitor
C. Move
D. Manipulate

Answer 14

Move

Question 15

Which of the following populations are at higher-than-normal risk for developing deep vein thrombosis and necessitate screening for this condition prior to massage? (Ch 14 pathos)
A. Athletes
B. People who take beta-blockers
C. People diagnosed with cancer
D. Veterans

Answer 15

People diagnosed with cancer

Question 16

What is an appropriate response if a client has an emotional release during treatment? (Ch 15 pathos)
A. Continue with the massage, using opened-ended questions to disclose and further release the emotional issue
B. Stop massaging, leave the room to give the client privacy, and ask the client to open the door when dressed
C. Stop massaging, remain in the room unless instructed to leave, and obtain permission before resuming massage
D. Continue with the massage and tell the client emotional releases are out of massage scope of practice

Answer 16

Stop massaging, remain in the room unless instructed to leave, and obtain permission before resuming massage

Question 17

If a client seems depressed and discusses thoughts of suicide, what is an appropriate course of action for the massage practitioner to take? (Ch 15 pathos)
A. Provide counseling during the massage then refuse to give the client further sessions
B. Express concern and refer the client to a mental health professional after the session
C. Stop the massage immediately and ask the client to leave
D. Ignore the client’s comments and continue with the massage

Answer 17

Express concern and refer the client to a mental health professional after the session

Question 18

If a client has a panic attack during treatment, the most appropriate action for the massage practitioner to take is: (Ch 15 pathos)
A. reduce pressure, use rhythmic techniques, and avoid talking to the client because it may worsen symptoms.
B. drape and assist the client into a seated position, and encourage the client to breathe deeply.
C. ask the client to take deep breaths while continuing with the session.
D. quickly leave the room and call the clientQUOTEQUOTEs emergency contact.

Answer 18

drape and assist the client into a seated position, and encourage the client to breathe deeply

Question 19

According to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, which diagnosis is the most common of those in hospice care? (Ch 17 pathos)
A. Cancer
B. Dementia
C. Cardiac disease
D. Respiratory disease

Answer 19

Cancer