Theory Test #5 Flashcards
Which statement about the structure of the knee is TRUE?
A) All knee ligaments attach to the femur and the tibia
B) The lateral meniscus is larger than the medial
C) The medial collateral ligament attaches to the smaller meniscus
D) The Popliteus tendon separates the lateral meniscus from the lateral collateral ligament
D) The Popliteus tendon separates the lateral meniscus from the lateral collateral ligament
A trigger point in which muscle may cause a client to describe a feeling of the knee buckling or giving out? A) Rectus Femoris B) Vastus Lateralis C) Vastus Medialis D) Vastus Intermedius
3) Vastus Medialis
Which muscle does not adversely affect the tracking of the patella? A) Vastus Lateralis B) Gluteus Maximus C) Adductor Magnus D) TFL
C) Adductor Magnus
The development of an emotional relationship on the part of the therapist towards the client, where the client comes to represent someone from the therapists past, defines what? A) Interference B) Transference C) Counter-Interference D) Counter-Transference
D) Counter-Transference
In which direction do you glide the patella to increase knee flexion? A) Lateral B) Medial C) Inferior D) Superior
C) Inferior
According to the Health Care Consent Act, what is NOT a criterion for being a substitute decision-maker?
A) Be at least 16 years of age
B) Be capable with respect to treatment
C) Be the spouse of the incapable person
D) Be available to communicate with the client
C) B the spouse of the incapable person
What is a sign/symptom of mild anterior compartment syndrome?
A) Intermittent pain
B) Pain on toe flexion
C) Inability to weight bear
D) Anesthesia in the dorsal web space of foot
D) Anesthesia in the dorsal web space of foot
Which excessive movement may result in injury of the posterior cruciate ligament? A) Tibiofemoral distraction B) Anterior glide of the femur C) Anterior glide of the tibia D) Lateral deviation of the tibia
B) Anterior glide of the femur
What does NOT constitute an act of professional misconduct?
A) Treating a client for a condition that requires hospitalization
B) Treating a client after you took an antihistamine
C) Treating your client on unwashed sheets
D) Treating a friend of the family
D) Treating a friend of the family
Which statement about the duties and powers of the Minister of health is false?
A) The minister of health is responsible for administering of the RHPA
B) The minister of health ensures each college has standards of practice
C) The minister of health reviews the activities of the council of a college
D) The minister of health reviews the activities of an individual therapist
D) The minister of health reviews the activities of an individual therapist
During the straight leg raise test, which amount of hip flexion places the sciatic nerve under maximal tension? A) 0-35 B) 70+ C) 35-70 D) 45-80
C) 35-70
Principle II of the Code of Ethics, “Responsible Caring” is primarily concerned with what? A) The dignity and value of all persons B) Providing quality massage therapy C) Providing honest and diligent service D) Accountability in the public domain
B) Providing quality massage therapy
Which statement about the temporomandibular disc is TRUE?
A) it is attached to the joint capsule by the sphenomandibular ligament
B) It consists of hyaline cartilage, which decreases friction during jaw movement
C) It is convex inferiorly to accommodate the shape of the mandibular condyle
D) It glides anteriorly during depression, and posteriorly during elevation
D) It glides anteriorly during depression, and posteriorly during elevation
What is NOT a function of the RHPA?
A) Standardize operating procedures of regulatory bodies of the professions
B) Set up Colleges to act as regulatory bodies for a specific profession
C) Set the fee for massage therapy treatments
D) Regulate new health care professions
C) Set the fee for massage therapy treatments
Which statement about the TMJ Dysfunction is TRUE?
A) The Mandible shifts to the hypermobile side with C-curve deviations
B) S-curve deviations seen early in opening are indicative of capsular restriction
C) A shortened lateral Pterygoid causes contralateral deviation and difficulty opening the mouth
D) A shortened medial Pterygoid causes contralateral deviation and difficulty opening the mouth
D) A shortened medial Pterygoid causes contralateral deviation and difficulty opening the mouth
To give informed consent on the behalf of an incapable client, a person must be ______
A) At least 14 years of age, unless they are the client’s sibling
B) Willing to assume responsibility of providing consent
C) A family member, no matter what the relation
D) The client’s mother, or father
B) Willing to assume responsibility of providing consent
When opening their mouth, a client’s jaw deviates to the left at the end of the range. They are just barely able to open their mouth enough to perform the three-knuckle test. Which technique is indicated for treating this client?
A) Trigger point release of right Masseter
B) Trigger point release of right lateral Pterygoid
C) Peripheral joint mobilization of the left temporomandibular joint
D) Peripheral joint mobilization of the right temporomandibular joint
C) Peripheral joint mobilization of the left temporomandibular joint
Which tissue manifestations are often due to the body’s response to stress? A) Scar tissue and atrophy B) Spasm and inflammation C) Hypertonicity and trigger points D) Contracture and adhesions
C) Hypertonicity and trigger points
Which group of lymph nodes is located deep to the SCM? A) Superficial cervical B) Posterior cervical C) Deep cervical D) Submental
C) Deep cervical
Which statement about temporal Arteritis is TRUE?
A) It most commonly affects young children
B) Local massage is indicated to reduce pain
C) The client complains of facial pain and headaches
D) It is caused by inflammation of the temporal nerve
C) The client complains of facial pain and headaches
Which technique is effective for treatment of a client that suffers from tension headaches due to occupational stress
A) Cool cloth to the posterior cervical spine
B) Trigger point release of the suboccipitals
C) Light hacking to the upper trapezius
D) Frictions on the Levator scapula
B) Trigger point release of the suboccipitals
Which set of techniques is indicated for a client with a sinus headache in the chronic stage?
A) Cervical traction, passive stretching, contrast towels
B) Facial expressions, fascial stretches, warm towels
C) Steam inhalation, facial vibrations, light tapotement
D) Cold towels, effleurage, cranial compressions
C) Steam inhalation, facial vibrations, light tapotement
Which statement about the lymphatic system is true?
A) The thoracic duct collects lymph from the left side of the body
B) Lymph vessels contain thin layers of smooth muscles that pump lymph
C) The right lymphatic duct collects lymph from the entire right side of the body
D) Approximately 70% of lymph vessels are found deep, below the fascia
A) The thoracic duct collects lymph from the left side of the body
Which structure is least likely to be damaged during flexion-extension whiplash injury of the cervical spine? A) Facet joints B) Suboccipital muscles C) Hyoid bone D) Longitudinal ligaments
C) Hyoid bone
Which technique is appropriate when treating a client who sustained whiplash from a rear-end collision 3 days ago?
A) Grade III C/S traction
B) Muscle stripping to the longus colli
C) Lymphatic drainage to anterior neck
D) Passive angular stretches for the C/S extensors
C) Lymphatic drainage to anterior neck
Which short term aim is NOT indicated when initially treating a client with a mild extension whiplash injury in the chronic stage of healing?
A) Reduce adhesions found in the Prevertebral muscles
B) Strengthen the posterior cervical spine muscles
C) Increase cervical spine range of motion
D) Decrease facet joint capsule adhesions
B) Strengthen the posterior cervical spine muscles
A client complains about a persistent headache behind the right eye and top of the head, following a car accident 4 months ago. She does not remember from which direction she was hit. Observation and assessment reveal:
- Anterior head carriage, Protracted shoulders, Kemps test- Pain at C5/C6, Neurological exam-negative, Fibrotic tissue-SCM and hyoids
What is the most likely direction of impact?
A) Rear-ended
B) Front-ended
C) Side impact
D) Roll-over
A) Rear-ended
Which trigger point refers to the breast and mimics a heart attack? A) Subscapularis B) Pectoralis Major C) Pectoralis Minor D) Subclavius
B) Pectoralis Major
Which assessment protocol would give the least amount of information about the AC joint? A) Scapulothoracic rhythm B) Drop arm test C) AC shear test D) Painful arc test
B) Drop arm test
Which technique is contraindicated when treating a client with fibromyalgia? A) Long duration treatment B) Warm hydrotherapy C) Vibrations and GTO release D) AR ROM
A) Long duration treatment
What is an unlikely symptom associated with fibromyalgia syndrome?
A) Congestive Dysfunction like difficulty with focus and memory
B) Increased energy levels after exercise
C) Digestive dysfunction
D) Insomnia
B) Increased energy levels after exercise
Which approach is indicated when treating a client suffering from constipation? A) Hold/relax to Iliopsoas MTPs B) Hot compress to abdomen C) Heating compress to abdomen D) Stripping to L/S erector spinae
A) Hold/relax to Iliopsoas MTPs
Which muscle, when hypertonic, restricts exhalation? A) Serratus posterior superior B) Serratus anterior C) Rhomboid major D) Pectoralis major
A) Serratus posterior superior
Hyperventilation is often associated with \_\_\_\_ A) Asthma B) Emphysema C) Cystic fibrosis D) Chronic bronchitis
B) Emphysema
Which sing/symptom is NOT typically associated with dyspnea? A) Abnormal breathing patterns B) Pursed-lip breathing C) Upper chest breathing D) Abdominal breathing
D) Abdominal breathing
In which position should you place the client for postural drainage of the posterior upper right segment?
A) Right side-lying position
B) Sims position with right side up
C) Prone, in a 45degree head down position
D) Prone with pillows under the pelvis
B) Sims position with right side up
Which condition is a local contraindication to massage? A) Lymphodema B) Varicose veins C) Hypertension D) Diabetes
B) Varicose veins
Which technique is contraindicated when treating a client with Raynaud’s disease?
A) Parrafin wax on the hands
B) Thumb kneading on the palm
C) Low grade joint mobilizations of the fingers
D) Slow, soothing techniques applied to the upper limb
A) Parrafin wax on the hands
Which sign/symptom is seen early in the development of AIDS? A) Edema B) Pneumonia C) Kaposi’s sarcoma D) Swollen lymph nodes
D) Swollen lymph nodes
