1.       Which of the following is not a recommended temperature for a room where a massage is given?

        a.            72 degrees Farenheit

        b.            76 degrees Farenheit

        c.            70 degrees Farenheit

        d.            73 degrees Farenheit   

2.    All of the following are precautions used before giving a massage except:

                a.            wash hands before and after giving a massage

                b.            wash hands before and after each client

                c.            linens and towels should be washed in cold water

                d.            always keep supplies such as lotions and oils with caps sealed

3.    All of the following are disadvantages to using oil during massage except:

                a.            oil costs generally more than lotions

                b.            oil leaves spots on sheets

                c.            needs to be applied often during massage

                d.            can become rancid

4.    All of the following are true statements except:

      a.            Linens should be thrown away if they become rancid.

      b.            Hand washing is important before and after each client in order to prevent the spread of disease causing organisms.

c.             Linens can be reused without being washed if doing massages on successive family members.

d.            Avoid using perfumes and colognes when giving a massage

5.      Which of the following is used to clean floors in the massage facility?

                a.            creosol

                b.            baking soda

                c.            bathing soap

                d.            distilled water only

6.            The height of a massage table should be determined by which of the following?

                a.            The height of the client

                b.            The height of the massage therapist

                c.            The length of the massage therapist’s arm

                d.            The amount of linens used

7.            Which of the following is the most appropriate lighting and will enhance client comfort?

                a.            red light

                b.            blue light

                c.            darkness

                d.            soft natural light

8.            _________________________ degrees Farenheit is the most appropriate temperature for   patient comfort in a massage room.

                a.            90

                b.            85

                c.            75

                d.            65

9.            The width of a massage table should be around _____inches wide.

                a.            22

                b.            25

                c.            30

                d.            19

10.         Which is the best length of a massage table that can also accommodate tall clients?

                a.            68 inches

                b.            70 inches

                c.            72 inches

                d.            76 inches  

11.          All of the following are reasons for client draping except:

                a.            comfort

                b.            client modesty

                c.             warmth

                d.            to establish rapport

12.          Which method of draping requires use of a full sized double flat sheet with a minimum width of at least 80 inches?

   a.                     Diaper draping

   b.                      Top cover method

   c.                       Gait assessment

   d.                        Full sheet draping

13.          Which of the following is not used in the draping process?

                a.            small flat sheet for the table covering

                b.            full double flat sheets

                c.            beach sized towels

                d.            clothes

14.          What does the “C” in R.I.C.E. stand for?

                a.            continue

                b.            compression

                c.            complete

                d.            cold

15.          Which of the following is not an effect of R.I.C.E. treatment?

                a.            prevention of further trauma

                b.            absorption of lymph

                c.            decrease in cell metabolism

                d.            vasodilation

16.          An HIV positive client has several oozing, weeping lesions on his back probably from a form of dermatitis.  What sanitary procedure should be used to protect the bodywork therapist from acquiring infection?

                a.            use of oil

                b.            use of lotions

                c.            use of latex gloves

                d.           know the location of all the office locations to wash     hands before doing massage

17.          Why is it important for all massage therapy practice employees to know the location of all the office exits?

                a.            to guide clients to them in case of fire

                b.            for garbage disposal

                c.            to keep them open when the facility gets too warm

                d.            to ensure nobody opens them under any circumstance

18.          Toilets in a massage facility bathroom should be sanitized:

                a.            at least once per day

                b.            once per week

                c.            once per month

                d.            every 3 months

19.          Which of the following is not associated with proper equipment safety precaution in a massage facility?

                a.            check all electrical cords before using a modality

                b.            check all electrical outlets before using a modality

                c.            check all plugs before using a modality

                d.            all employees should know first aid procedures

20.          If confidence is conveyed to the client through professional touch, ________ will usually follow.

                a.            client anxiety

                b.            client trust

                c.            client resistance

                d.            client anger

21.          Which of the following is true regarding chair massage?

                a.            It requires linens and towels just like a massage table

                b.            The client must remove their clothes.

                c.            Oil is usually not used.

                d.            Lotion is usually used.

22.          Which type of touch is considered inappropriate by a massage therapist?

                a.            erotic

                b.            respectful

                c.            compassionate

                d.            responsible

23.          Wearing clothes that are neat and clean is directly addressed in which standard of practice pertaining to the massage profession?

                a.            confidentiality

                b.            professionalism

                c.            business ethics

                d.            ethical and legal requirements

24.          A client is very seductive and direct towards his massage therapist.  The female massage therapist is very uncomfortable with his behavior.  What has resulted from this situation is considered a:

                a.            dual role

                b.            standard of practice violation

                c.            professional boundary issue

                d.            breach of confidentiality

25.          How many bath sized towels are needed for diaper draping of a female client?

                a.            1

                b.            2

                c.            3

                d.            4