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Questions # 61:

A client with a valgus deformity is also described as being ____________.

Options:

knock kneed

pigeon toed

hump backed

double jointed

Answer

Explanation

A valgum deformity is an outward angulation of the distal segment of a joint or bone. In other words, the knees will be angled medially and the feet will be angled laterally. Reverse this scenario to laterally angled knees and medially angled feet and you will see a varum deformity also known as bow legged.

Questions # 62:

ABCDE is used as a guideline to detect changes in the _______________.

Options:

eyes

muscles

skin

mouth

Answer

Explanation

ABCDE refers to irregularities in skin. A - asymmetrical shape of skin B - border unevenness C - color variations D - diameter E - evolution Any changes in the ABCDE category is cause for a referral to a dermatologist.

Questions # 63:

Which system is also known as the excretory system?

Options:

Integumentary

Digestive

Urinary

Respiratory

Answer

Explanation

The purpose of the excretory system is to regulate the chemical composition of the body by removing metabolic waste and to monitor the proper amount of water, salts and nutrients. The integumentary, digestive and respiratory system all play a minor role in the excretory system. However, the urinary system is responsible for the excretion of fluid to maintain homeostasis.

Questions # 64:

Which of the following cells are important to blood clotting?

Options:

Erythrocytes

Leukocytes

Phagocytes

Thrombocytes

Answer

Explanation

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.

Questions # 65:

Malpractice insurance is a requirement by Federal law.

Options:

TRUE

FALSE

Answer

Explanation

Malpractice insurance is not required by Federal law. Regulations on massage vary from state to state. However, to adhere to sound business practices and for the protection of yourself and your clients, malpractice insurance is considered a necessity within the massage community.

Questions # 66:

What do the terms systole and diastole refer to?

Options:

Kidney process

Breathing cycle

Heart beat

Immune function

Answer

Explanation

Systole and diastole refer to the contraction (systole) and relaxation (diastole) phase of a heart beat.

Questions # 67:

Which body system does the thymus belong to?

Options:

Digestive

Endocrine

Immune

Nervous

Answer

Explanation

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.

Questions # 68:

Where would stratified transitional epithelium be located?

Options:

Available Choices (select all choices that are correct)

Skin Muscle

Bladder

Tendon

Answer

Questions # 69:

Tennis elbow affects the flexor muscles of the forearm.

Options:

TRUE

FALSE

Answer

Explanation

Tennis elbow affects the extensor muscles of the forearm and is attributed to the tearing of flexor muscles during impact of a back hand swing.

Questions # 70:

What do the levator scapulae, trapezius (upper fibers), biceps brachii, subscapularis and soleus all have in common?

Options:

Act on the shoulder

Phasic muscles

Postural muscles

Fast twitch muscle

Answer

Explanation

ABCDE

All the muscles listed in the question are examples of postural muscles. Postural muscles are slow twitch and highly susceptible to hypertonicity in over-use and under-use scenarios.

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