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TJ20: Pathology Flashcards

1
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Ringworm is classified as a what?

A

Fungal Infection anywhere on the skin

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Sciatica is an example of a?

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pain or inflammation

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3
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When there is swelling and the tissue does not bounce back on compression, it is called?

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Edema or Pitting Edema

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4
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Sciatica May be caused by a spasm of the (???) muscle.

A

Piriformis

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5
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What causes edema?

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Retention of interstitial fluid

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6
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Fevers, acute infectious diseases, inflammation, osteoporosis, varicose veins are examples of

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Massage Contraindications

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T/F: Psoriasis is a very contagious skin condition.

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False

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What is an inflammatory joint condition caused by uric acid crystals?

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Gout

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9
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3 Contraindications of massage are

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Fever, Contagious Infections/Diseases, Blood Clots, Pregnancy, Cancer, Inflammation, Injury, Hypertension, Liver and/or Kidney Conditions, Varicose Veins, Broken Bones, Burns, Cuts

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Sprains occur when the (???) is injured

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Ligaments

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Massage is (???) in a client with Thrombophlebitis.

A

Contraindicated

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12
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The most common skin cancer is?

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Basal Cell Cancer/Carcinoma (75-90%) usually on the face

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13
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What is the best position for massaging a pregnant individual?

A

Side-lying

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14
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Ringworm of the foot is known as?

A

Tinea Pedis

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15
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Which describes a Class 3 Sprain?

A

Increased Tearing to Ligaments with Major Loss of Functioning

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Massage is not administered in which of the following situations?

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Fever, Contagious Infections/Diseases, Blood Clots, Pregnancy, Cancer, Inflammation, Injury, Hypertension, Liver and/or Kidney Conditions, Varicose Veins, Broken Bones, Burns, Cuts, Lice & Mites,

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17
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To massage the elderly, what stroke would you use?

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Gentle Effleurage

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18
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What appears as a bump on the skin that contains fatty deposits?

A

Lipoma

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19
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Massage is not performed on an area that is?

A

Contraindicated

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20
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Most headaches are

A

Tension

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21
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(???) occurs in diabetics who are dependent on drugs to lower their glucose levels.

A

Hyperglycemia

22
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Massage treatments of the chest should never be done over

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Breast Tissue, Pacemakers, Chemotherapy Port

23
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What physiological changes occur during the first stage of the tissue repair process?

A

Acute Vascular Response- vasoconstriction followed by vasodilation and increased permeability of vessels (Histamine Release)

24
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What condition associated with Varicose veins and is contraindicated for massage?

A

Blood Clots, Thrombophlebitis, Cerebovascular Accident

25
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Tapotment should never be used,

A

Endangerment sites, bones, open wounds and injuries

26
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Most deadly form of skin cancer

A

Malignant Melanoma

27
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Can you massage tendinitis in the subacute phase?

A

Yes

28
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Seasonal Affective Disorder is associated with

A

Depression

29
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When muscles decrease in size due to a lack of use it’s called…

A

Atrophy

30
Q

Where would you find evidence of Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)?

A

Chronic inflammation of the sacroiliac joint affecting the Neck, Shoulder, Spine, Hips, Heels

31
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What has symptoms of chest pains that radiate to the shoulder and left arm?

A

Acute Pericarditis

32
Q

T/F: Shingles is caused by the chickenpox virus.

A

True

33
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Overstretching the muscle with little or no loss of function describes a (???) muscle strain?

A

Grade 1

34
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(???) is an enlarged thyroid gland that looks like a tumor.

A

Goiter

35
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Scoliosis is

A

A lateral or sideways curvature of the spine

36
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Torticollis is due to

A

a spams of the SCM muscle because of of strain or infection

37
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What are the signs and symptoms of thrombophlebitis?

A

Pain, inflammation, heat and redness

38
Q

Most diseases enter through the

A

Mouth

39
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What are the contagious skin conditions?

A

Tinea Corporis, Herpes Simplex, Impetigo, Folliculitis, Chickenpox, Warts, Pediculosis (Lice), Shingles, Scabies, Jock Itch, Tinea Capitis, and Tinea Pedis

40
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What is considered to be a danger sign regarding headaches

A

Lasting 4-5 days, slurred speech, numbness, and loss of motor control

41
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Symptoms of victims Lumbosacral strain include all but which of the following

A

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

42
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Massage is contraindicated for which conditions?

A

Fever, Contagious Infections/Diseases, Blood Clots, Pregnancy, Cancer, Inflammation, Injury, Hypertension, Liver and/or Kidney Conditions, Varicose Veins, Broken Bones, Burns, Cuts

43
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The study of disease is called

A

Pathology

44
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(???) can result from eating too much sugar since Beta cell of the Pancreas will be too overworked to produce enough Insulin.

A

Hyperglycemia or Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus

45
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A backflow of blood in the veins of the legs can lead to a condition called

A

Varicose Veins

46
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Massage directly following a Cervical Acceleration/Deceleration is?

A

Contraindicated

47
Q

Know S/S of Type 2 Diabetes

A

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

48
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Too much Uric Acid tophi is?

A

Gout

49
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What is the point at which injury would occur to a joint?

A

Anatomical Barrier

50
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When performing massage at a sporting event on a cold and rainy day, you should be aware of what?

A

Hypothermia

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