Study Flash Cards

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What is acupuncture?

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An ancient holistic modality that involves placing needles at specific points in the body

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2
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Which of the following is a type of energy work?

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Reiki

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3
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Which of the following is true regarding tipping?

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It is more common in spas and hotels than medical clinics.

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4
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Why is the table height important?

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Appropriate body mechanics, Impacts the amount of pressure a therapist can apply.

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5
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What are “ethics” and why are they important?

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Rules for good behavior. Massage therapist deal with sensitive health issues.

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What is generally considered to be the main principle and physical benefit of massage therapy?

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Increasing circulation

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What are five important principles of massage therapy?

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*Increased circulation
*Stretching and releasing tight and adhered muscle fiber
*Maintaining physical contact with a client during a massage.
*Using proper body mechanics
*Using the correct hand and arm techniques while massaging
*Help bridge the mind-body connect
*Stress reduction

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What does maintaining physical contact with the client during a massage afford?

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Assure the client a sense of comfort, safety and security.

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9
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To maximize the circulation benefits and keep the circulatory system functioning properly, what direction should general massage strokes move?

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Proximally towards the heart.

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10
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How can massage contribute to stress reduction?

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Eases the muscle tension caused by emotional stress as well as release emotional tension.

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What is the primary subject or principle pf a massage therapists code of ethics?

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Confidentiality

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What determines whether a massage therapist needs to be HIPPA-compliant?

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Depends on if the business they work for is a covered entity.

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13
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What is the second phase of communication in the therapist-client relationship and what should it entail?

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Service. Check at least twice for pressure and temperature

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14
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How should hard copies of intake forms and chart notes be stored?

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Safe place. Only fellow therapist can view for clinical purposes. A locked file cabinet.

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15
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What is meant by “Scope of practice”?

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What a professional is and is not allowed to do within their work settings.

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16
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What is outside the scoop of practice for massage therapists?

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Diagnosing conditions

17
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What is the only legal document required for a LMT?

A

State licensing

18
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How does a LMT become board certified?

A

Apply and meet the standards of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)

19
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What is crucial distinction between a massage therapist and a “masseuse”?

A

Medically-based and clinical training.

20
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What is meant by dual relationship?

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Client could also be a relative, a friend, or business associate.

21
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When does countertransference occur?

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When the therapist develops inappropriate feelings toward the client.

22
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What is transference?

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Client develops feelings towards the therapist.

23
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What are two examples of establishing professional boundaries?

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*Therapist should not volunteer personal details of their personal life
*Self-employed therapist should not work in their personal living spaces.
*Keep sexual innuendos out of the conversation at all times.

24
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What are the two principle organizations that massage therapist should consult regarding ethical behavior?

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American Massage Therapy Association(AMTA)
National Certification board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork(NCBTMB)

25
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When considering dual relationships, what factor has the greatest impact on how to handle the situation?

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The order in which the two relationships began.

26
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What is the difference between state licensure and board certification?

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State licensure is required.

27
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What is the third/final phase of communication in the therapist-client relationship and what should it entail?

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Post-service: Communicating with clients about how they feel and answering any new questions is crucial at this time.

28
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What is involve in obtaining state licensing?

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Must completed the required education and passed the state licensing exam.

29
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What are three strategies to help build good rapport with a new client?

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Eye contact. Active listening. Supportive verbal and non-verbal communication.

30
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What is the first phase of communication in the therapist-client relationship and what should it entail?

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Intake: it is imperative to allow clients to feel comfortable even before service begins.

31
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For a business to be considered a covered entity, what must it do?

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Must be transmitting medical information to third-party carriers such as insurance companies.

32
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What does HIPAA stand for and what is it purpose?

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It is a law designe ot keep personal health information private and secure.

33
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How should digital copies of intake forms and chart notes be stored?

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On a computer in a password-protected file and should be shared with only authorized professionals.

34
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Which of the following statement about regulations is true?

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It is necessary to attend an accredited massage school to get a license.

35
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Which of the following is NOT part of a massage therapist’s scope of practice?

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Able to diagnose a client’s medical issue.

36
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Which of the following is considered a violation of the code of ethics?

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Talking poorly about a client with another therapist in a public area where that client can hear.

37
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If a therapist violates one or more of the codes of ethics, it is possible, depending on the severity of the violation, for which of the following to occur?

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*Verbal warning from management
*therapist can get fired
*Gets arrested

38
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When a client develops an attachment to a therapist, this is an example of which of the following?

A

Transference

39
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Which of the following are examples of a dual relationship?

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*Massaging ones sibling
*Bartering
*Going to an art exhibit with a client (not as a date)