TJ20: Pathology Flashcards
Ringworm is classified as a what?
Fungal Infection anywhere on the skin
Sciatica is an example of a?
pain or inflammation
When there is swelling and the tissue does not bounce back on compression, it is called?
Edema or Pitting Edema
Sciatica May be caused by a spasm of the (???) muscle.
Piriformis
What causes edema?
Retention of interstitial fluid
Fevers, acute infectious diseases, inflammation, osteoporosis, varicose veins are examples of
Massage Contraindications
T/F: Psoriasis is a very contagious skin condition.
False
What is an inflammatory joint condition caused by uric acid crystals?
Gout
3 Contraindications of massage are
Fever, Contagious Infections/Diseases, Blood Clots, Pregnancy, Cancer, Inflammation, Injury, Hypertension, Liver and/or Kidney Conditions, Varicose Veins, Broken Bones, Burns, Cuts
Sprains occur when the (???) is injured
Ligaments
Massage is (???) in a client with Thrombophlebitis.
Contraindicated
The most common skin cancer is?
Basal Cell Cancer/Carcinoma (75-90%) usually on the face
What is the best position for massaging a pregnant individual?
Side-lying
Ringworm of the foot is known as?
Tinea Pedis
Which describes a Class 3 Sprain?
Increased Tearing to Ligaments with Major Loss of Functioning
Massage is not administered in which of the following situations?
Fever, Contagious Infections/Diseases, Blood Clots, Pregnancy, Cancer, Inflammation, Injury, Hypertension, Liver and/or Kidney Conditions, Varicose Veins, Broken Bones, Burns, Cuts, Lice & Mites,
To massage the elderly, what stroke would you use?
Gentle Effleurage
What appears as a bump on the skin that contains fatty deposits?
Lipoma
Massage is not performed on an area that is?
Contraindicated
Most headaches are
Tension
(???) occurs in diabetics who are dependent on drugs to lower their glucose levels.
Hyperglycemia
Massage treatments of the chest should never be done over
Breast Tissue, Pacemakers, Chemotherapy Port
What physiological changes occur during the first stage of the tissue repair process?
Acute Vascular Response- vasoconstriction followed by vasodilation and increased permeability of vessels (Histamine Release)
What condition associated with Varicose veins and is contraindicated for massage?
Blood Clots, Thrombophlebitis, Cerebovascular Accident
Tapotment should never be used,
Endangerment sites, bones, open wounds and injuries
Most deadly form of skin cancer
Malignant Melanoma
Can you massage tendinitis in the subacute phase?
Yes
Seasonal Affective Disorder is associated with
Depression
When muscles decrease in size due to a lack of use it’s called…
Atrophy
Where would you find evidence of Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)?
Chronic inflammation of the sacroiliac joint affecting the Neck, Shoulder, Spine, Hips, Heels
What has symptoms of chest pains that radiate to the shoulder and left arm?
Acute Pericarditis
T/F: Shingles is caused by the chickenpox virus.
True
Overstretching the muscle with little or no loss of function describes a (???) muscle strain?
Grade 1
(???) is an enlarged thyroid gland that looks like a tumor.
Goiter
Scoliosis is
A lateral or sideways curvature of the spine
Torticollis is due to
a spams of the SCM muscle because of of strain or infection
What are the signs and symptoms of thrombophlebitis?
Pain, inflammation, heat and redness
Most diseases enter through the
Mouth
What are the contagious skin conditions?
Tinea Corporis, Herpes Simplex, Impetigo, Folliculitis, Chickenpox, Warts, Pediculosis (Lice), Shingles, Scabies, Jock Itch, Tinea Capitis, and Tinea Pedis
What is considered to be a danger sign regarding headaches
Lasting 4-5 days, slurred speech, numbness, and loss of motor control
Symptoms of victims Lumbosacral strain include all but which of the following
Pain to one or both sides of the Back, Pain with movement and eases with rest, Swelling, redness, and warmth around the injury.
Bone disease, poor posture, weakened ligaments
Massage is contraindicated for which conditions?
Fever, Contagious Infections/Diseases, Blood Clots, Pregnancy, Cancer, Inflammation, Injury, Hypertension, Liver and/or Kidney Conditions, Varicose Veins, Broken Bones, Burns, Cuts
The study of disease is called
Pathology
(???) can result from eating too much sugar since Beta cell of the Pancreas will be too overworked to produce enough Insulin.
Hyperglycemia or Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
A backflow of blood in the veins of the legs can lead to a condition called
Varicose Veins
Massage directly following a Cervical Acceleration/Deceleration is?
Contraindicated
Know S/S of Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin resistance based on decreased receptors sensitivity on target tissues in the body, reduction in insulin production
Increased/Frequent Urination, Fatigue, Increased hunger and thirst, Dry mouth, Blurry Vision, Headaches, tingling hands
Too much Uric Acid tophi is?
Gout
What is the point at which injury would occur to a joint?
Anatomical Barrier
When performing massage at a sporting event on a cold and rainy day, you should be aware of what?
Hypothermia
