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Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 1. 
A(n) _____ sports massage is a speciality that requires additional knowledge and training regarding the disabilities being worked with, as in the Special Olympics.
a.
assistive
b.
restorative
c.
adaptive
d.
aggressive
 

 2. 
_____ refers to the integrated movement of the entire body.
a.
Physiology
b.
Pathology
c.
Biomechanics
d.
Integrative mechanics
 

 3. 
How long does it normally take a muscle that has been stressed to a point of fatigue to rest, adapt, and recuperate?
a.
8 to 10 hours
b.
24 to 32 hours
c.
36 to 48 hours
d.
48 to 72 hours
 

 4. 
All of the following are beneficial effects of athletic massage EXCEPT that it _____.
a.
breaks down adhesions between fascial sheaths
b.
stimulates circulation and lymph drainage to flush out metabolic wastes
c.
stretches and broadens muscles, tendons, and ligaments
d.
increases muscle spasms
 

 5. 
During an athletic massage, compression strokes cause _____.
a.
increased amounts of blood to remain in the muscle over extended amounts of time
b.
decreased amounts of blood to remain in the muscle over shorter periods of time
c.
increased amounts of lactic acid to remain in the muscle over extended amounts of time
d.
decreased amounts of amino acids to remain in the muscle over extended periods of time
 

 6. 
The most important goal of compression strokes for an athletic massage is to create _____ in the muscle tissue.
a.
muscle fatigue
b.
muscle innervation
c.
hyperemia
d.
hyperglycemia
 

 7. 
If pressure on a point causes pain to radiate or refer to another area, that point is considered to be _____.
a.
a stress point
b.
a trigger point
c.
a tear in the muscle
d.
none of the above
 

 8. 
When applying deep pressure where should the intensity of the discomfort fall on a scale from one to ten?
a.
There should be no discomfort.
b.
Between 2 to 3
c.
Between 5 to 6
d.
Between 8 to 9
 

 9. 
After a therapist has maintained deep pressure for a short time, where should the intensity level be?
a.
It won’t change.
b.
It should drop by two numbers.
c.
It should decrease to about a two.
d.
It will increase by two numbers.
 

 10. 
Transverse or cross-friction is applied by rubbing across the fibers of the tendon, muscle, or ligament at a _____ degree angle to the fibers.
a.
15
b.
45
c.
90
d.
180
 

 11. 
Which one of the following statements is most correct regarding cross-fiber friction?
a.
Cross-fiber friction effectively reduces fibrosis.
b.
Cross-fiber friction is used during the acute phases of strains, sprains, and contractures.
c.
Cross-fiber friction effectively increases fibrosis.
d.
Cross-fiber friction is effective at increasing crystalline roughness that forms between tendons and their sheaths.
 

 12. 
A _____ is a massage performed during training to allow the athlete to train harder with fewer injuries.
a.
pre-event
b.
post-event
c.
restorative
d.
rehabilitation
 

 13. 
A pre-event massage is typically _____ minutes in duration.
a.
2 to 5
b.
5 to 10
c.
10 to 30
d.
30 to 60
 

 14. 
The main goal of a pre-event massage is to _____.
a.
decrease circulation in the areas of the body about to be used
b.
increase circulation and flexibility in the areas of the body about to be used
c.
decrease metabolism and boost the immune system
d.
increase cardiovascular strength and decrease the pain threshold
 

 15. 
_____, formed as a result of oxygen depletion, is flushed from the muscles during a post-event massage.
a.
Serotonin
b.
Pheromone
c.
Lactic acid
d.
Uric acid
 

 16. 
All of the following are questions a therapist might ask an athlete post-event EXCEPT _____.
a.
How do you feel?
b.
Did you win the competition?
c.
Have you had any water of fluids since the competition?
d.
How long ago did you finish your event?
 

 17. 
The most beneficial massage for an athlete is a _____ massage.
a.
pre-event
b.
post-event
c.
relaxation
d.
restorative
 

 18. 
There are a number of therapist-assisted joint movements that are very effective in a restorative massage. They include all of the following EXCEPT _____.
a.
strain/counterstrain
b.
PNF stretches
c.
MET
d.
All of the above
 

 19. 
By knowing the _____, the massage therapist will know how serious an athlete is about a particular sport and can also reveal injury-prone weekend warriors.
a.
age of the athlete
b.
athlete’s favorite sports team
c.
workout schedule
d.
none of the above
 

 20. 
A _____ therapeutic massage shortens the time it takes for an injury to heal.
a.
manipulative
b.
rehabilitative
c.
relaxation
d.
integrative
 

 21. 
Therapy may be given at the rate of once or twice a day during the time the athlete is out of training and _____ until she is back to a full training schedule.
a.
every other day
b.
three times a day
c.
once a week
d.
every other week
 

 22. 
Soft tissue injuries are typically the result of all of the following EXCEPT _____.
a.
overtraining
b.
accidental fall
c.
muscular weakness
d.
biomechanical deviation
 

 23. 
Which one of the following is not an example of an acute athletic injury?
a.
Infections
b.
Dislocations
c.
Sprains
d.
Lacerations
 

 24. 
A severe or complete tissue rupture is a _____ level strain/sprain.
a.
Grade I
b.
Grade II
c.
Grade III
d.
Grade IV
 

 25. 
By applying ice to an acute soft tissue injury within the first _____ of the injury, will be reduced the healing time by half.
a.
5 minutes
b.
30 minutes
c.
45 minutes
d.
1 hour
 

 26. 
Which one of the following is a positive effect of swelling over an injured area?
a.
Immobilization of the area.
b.
Creation of pressure separating the ends of the connective tissue layers.
c.
Pain, which persuades the athlete to not move the area.
d.
All of the above are positive effects of swelling.
 

 27. 
_____ is defined as imprudent action or failure to act properly or failure to take reasonable precautions.
a.
Contraindications
b.
Felony
c.
Negligence
d.
Rehabilitation
 

 28. 
For a general massage of the foot, the athlete should be positioned _____.
a.
lying faceup, feet on the table and shoes left on
b.
lying facedown, feet over the edge of the table
c.
sitting upright, feet on the floor
d.
none of the above
 

 29. 
All of the following are sports that require quick reflexes and muscle power, causing stress in the neck, shoulders, and back EXCEPT _____.
a.
horseback riding
b.
skiing
c.
golf
d.
cycling
 

 30. 
The _____ is the typical site for injury of a golfer.
a.
back
b.
shoulder
c.
knee
d.
all of the above
 

 31. 
_____ is an example of a sport that typically leads to a strain of a hamstring.
a.
Swimming
b.
Distance running
c.
Wrestling
d.
None of the above
 

 32. 
A racquet ball shoulder affects the _____ and _____ muscles.
a.
biceps, triceps
b.
pectorals, deltoids
c.
trapezius, triceps
d.
trapezius, deltoids
 

 33. 
A groin is more likely to be pulled in which one of the following sports?
a.
Swimming
b.
Golf
c.
Gymnastics
d.
Bowling
 

 34. 
_____ is an example of a sport that may injure the pectorals and the intercostal muscles.
a.
Running
b.
Cycling
c.
Weightlifting
d.
Skiing
 

 35. 
What time period did the term “massage” appear in medical literature?
a.
15th century
b.
16th century
c.
18th century
d.
19th century
 

 36. 
Who is attributed with developing the “Cure”?
a.
Per Henrik Ling
b.
Dr. Charles Fayette Taylor
c.
George Henry Taylor
d.
Ambrose Pare
 

 37. 
In 1902, _____ published Manual Therapies, A Treatise on Massage in Boston that clearly described the effects of massage and helped massage gain more credibility in the medical profession.
a.
Mary McMillan
b.
James Mennell
c.
Dr. Charles Fayette Taylor
d.
Douglas Graham
 

 38. 
The use of massage in the medical field in the United States was nearly nonexistent after the early _____.
a.
1920s
b.
1940s
c.
1950s
d.
1960s
 

 39. 
Who developed craniosacral therapy?
a.
James Cyriax
b.
Judith Walker
c.
John Upledger
d.
Mary McMillan
 

 40. 
In what time period did the term “complementary medicine” emerge?
a.
1960s
b.
1970s
c.
1980s
d.
1990s
 

 41. 
Which president of the United States appointed members to the White House Commission on CAM policy?
a.
George W. Bush
b.
Bill Clinton
c.
Ronald Reagan
d.
Gerald Ford
 

 42. 
What percentage of medical schools are currently offering some education in CAM?
a.
25 percent
b.
50 percent
c.
75 percent
d.
100 percent
 

 43. 
What is the term that is applied to health care when it regards the whole person rather than just the symptoms?
a.
Allopathic
b.
Alternative
c.
Complementary
d.
Holistic
 

 44. 
All of the following are taken into consideration in a holistic approach to health care EXCEPT _____.
a.
physical
b.
mental
c.
spiritual
d.
all of the above
 

 45. 
Which one of the following is NOT an example of a mind-body medicine technique?
a.
Hypnosis
b.
Diet
c.
Tai chi
d.
Imagery
 

 46. 
According to Andrew Weil, _____ is a true coming together and cross acceptance of the medical models.
a.
alternative
b.
complementary
c.
integration
d.
holistic
 

 47. 
_____ is one of the most effective CAM modalities for relieving stress and managing pain that is associated with so many pathological conditions.
a.
Guided imagery
b.
Neuro Linguistic programming
c.
Spiritual healing
d.
Massage
 

 48. 
Massage therapy in a hospital may typically be provided in all of the following areas EXCEPT _____.
a.
birthing centers
b.
pre-op
c.
emergency department
d.
cancer treatment areas
 

 49. 
Massage is used as an aid to preventing _____ by improving the peristaltic action of the small intestines and colon.
a.
regurgitation
b.
diarrhea
c.
constipation
d.
GERD
 

 50. 
Which one of the following is NOT a contraindication for massage?
a.
Nausea
b.
Bleeding
c.
Diaphoresis
d.
Edema
 

 51. 
All of the following are warning signs associated with cancer EXCEPT _____.
a.
any sore that has not healed normally
b.
inflamed tonsils
c.
persistent hoarseness, coughing, or sore throat
d.
persistent indigestion
 

 52. 
Which one of the following types of conditions are insurance companies most likely to cover?
a.
Personal injury
b.
Osteoarthritis
c.
TMJ
d.
Insomnia
 

 53. 
When is the best time for determining if a new client has insurance coverage?
a.
When scheduling the first appointment
b.
After the first appointment
c.
At the time of the first appointment
d.
None of the above
 

 54. 
When contacting the client’s insurance company for verification you will need all of the following information EXCEPT _____.
a.
prescription from the physician.
b.
diagnosis code
c.
CPT code
d.
all of the above
 

 55. 
Prior to obtaining verification from the client’s insurance company you will need to obtain all of the following information from the client regarding his insurance EXCEPT _____.
a.
name of the insured
b.
insured’s DOB
c.
name of insurance company
d.
policy number
 

 56. 
Insurance companies prefer that client documentation follows a story form in which one of the following formats?
a.
POMR
b.
SOAP
c.
EOMB
d.
none of the above
 

 57. 
The standardized form accepted by most insurance companies is the _____.
a.
SOAP 1500
b.
HCFA 1500
c.
CMS 1500
d.
none of the above
 

 58. 
The standard insurance form is designed to be read by _____, which is the reason it is printed with specialized red ink.
a.
OCR
b.
ROM
c.
OS
d.
magnifiers
 

 59. 
Insurance forms should be completed by which one of the following processes?
a.
Handwritten in blue ink
b.
Handwritten in black ink
c.
Keyed in black ink
d.
Keyed in red ink
 

 60. 
Application of an ice pack would be which procedure code?
a.
97010
b.
97124
c.
97139
d.
97140