A pathogenic barrier is also known as a ____________.
A pathogenic barrier is also known as a resistive barrier, which is the first sign of resistance against a movement during a range of motion assessment.
The musculotendinous junction is located between muscular tendon and bone.
The musculotendinous junction is formed between the muscle and its respective tendon.
There are two main roles between a therapist and a client. The first role is as a massage therapist and the second role is as ___________________.
The second role, as a professional, is as important as the first role. One can be the greatest massage therapist in the world, but if the massage therapist does not abide by the guidelines, ethics and laws set forth for the profession, then the therapist can do more harm than good to those who seek their help.
Which body system does the thymus belong to?
The thymus is a very special organ of the immune system. It functions to train T-lymphocytes to adapt to pathogens and disorders within the body to maintain homeostasis.
Which of the following ethical principles is being followed when a massage therapist is conscientious about keeping clients updated with informed consent?
Client autonomy is when the practitioner keeps the client up to date about any possible changes or adjustments that can affect the client. This gives the client a chance to choose their course of action with the practitioner.
Where are the lumbrical muscles located?
Despite their name, the lumbricals are located in the hands and feet and assist with movement of the phalanges in both locations.
Which of the following muscles would contribute to wrist adduction?
The extensor carpi ulnaris acts to both extend and adduct the wrist.
Which of the following cells are important to blood clotting?
Thrombocytes or platelets, are essential to blood clotting. Thrombocytes create platelet plugs by releasing prothrombin at an injury site that bonds with calcium to form a clot.
Which of the following muscles is a synergist for the biceps brachii?
The synergist or assisting muscle to the biceps brachii is the brachialis muscle.
What is the primary reason for keeping all records safe and protected?
Client confidentiality is an aspect of professional ethics and should be adhered to out of respect for the client. Also, not protecting a client's information is a violation of HIPAA.
Which muscle attaches to the acromion process?
The acromion process is located at the top of the shoulder and articulates with the lateral end of the clavicle. It is the fibers of the middle trapezius that insert into the medial margin of the acromion process.
A client was involved in a recent auto accident and received a grade 4 whiplash injury. Which of the following best describes the client's status?
A grade 4 whiplash is a critical condition associated with extreme neck pain, cervical fractures and/or dislocations, possible spinal cord injury and serious soft tissue damage. Massage is contraindicated until the condition is stabilized and a medical release is provided.
A postural assessment may be performed while a client is at rest in a supine position.
A postural assessment can be performed while the client is standing to observe how they hold themselves upright in relation to gravitational forces or while laying down in a supine/prone position to determine any asymmetries.
Which activity is likely to cause the most lactic acid build up in a client?
Lactic acid buildup occurs when the demand for energy exceeds the tissues ability to process the metabolic waste. Sprinting is the only activity mentioned that can create this scenario.
The brachial artery is a branch from which larger artery?
The brachial artery continues from the axillary artery and runs between the triceps and biceps brachii. The pulse of the brachial artery can be palpated between these muscles on the anterior side of the arm.
