Questions in practical - answers reqd - help please!
Hi, these are some of the questions that may be asked in the practical that I would appreciate some forumers feedback.
Why do you have a towel under the knees?
Why wouldn’t you massage the feet with the client in the prone position?
What are the advantages of massaging a well toned body?
Cheers,
Neko (Kat)
Answers to other questions that may arise
Why do you start massaging on the back?
The nerves forming the spinal cord branch off to form the spinal nerves which extend through small openings between the vertebrae. Beginning the massage on the back is an excellent method or relaxing or stimulating nerves and targeting relaxation of the whole body.
Explain Erythema?
Erythema is an abnormal redness of the skin due to dilation of the superficial capillaries of the skin. Simple erythema can be caused by cold or heat.
Name 3 total contraindictions of massage
Fever
Contagious or infectious diseases
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Name 3 medical contraindictions of massage
Arthritis
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Name 3 partial contraindictions of massage
Varicose Veins
Cuts & Bruises
Cancer (unless in terminal stages)
What joints are in the .. (lots of detail posted here, doubt this will be asked
shoulder, hip, etc joints will probably be asked, just to see if we know if they are fixed, cartilaginous or synovial.)
Back:
Intervertebral discs – slightly moveable / cartilaginous
Pads of white fibrocatrilage between the bones act as shock absorbers
zygapophyseal joint – Synovial (freely movable) Joint - small joint between the articular processes of adjacent vertebrae
What joints are in the Thorax?
Sternocostal joints – Synovial (freely movable) Joint
(ribs 2-10), ribs 8-10 gliding synovial articulations
Articulations that connect the costal cartilages with the sternum
What joints are in the Pelvis?
Lumbosacral joint - articulation between the L5 vertebral body and the body of the first sacral segment
Pubic Symphysis –Fixed / Fibrous Joint
Midline joint uniting the superior rami of the two pubic bones
Sacroiliac joint – synovial joint
articulation between the ala of the sacrum and the auricular surface of the ilium
What joints are in the Upper Limb?
Acromioclavicular joint – Plane Synovial Joint
Between the distal end of the clavicle and the acromion of the scapula
Carpometacarpal joint, finger - Synovial plane joint
Articulation between the distal carpal bones and the proximal ends of the metacarpal bones of the hand
Carpometacarpal joint, thumb - Synovial saddle (sellar) joint
Articulation between the trapezium and the proximal end of the metacarpal bone of the thumb
Elbow joint - Synovial hinge joint between the distal humerus and the proximal radius and ulna
Intermetacarpal joint - Synovial plane join
Articulation between the adjacent sides of the proximal ends of metacarpal bones 2-5
Interphalangeal joints - Synovial hinge joint
Metacarpophalangeal joint Synovial condyloid (or ellipsoid) joint
Midcarpal joint - series of Synovial plane joints
Shoulder joint - Synovial ball and socket joint
Sternoclavicular joint - Synovial joint
Wrist joint - Synovial ellipsoid joint
Ankle joint - Synovial hinge joint
Articulation between the distal tibia, the medial malleolus of the tibia, the lateral malleolus of the fibula and the talus
Hip joint - Synovial ball and socket joint
Articulation between the os coxae and the head of the femur
Interphalangeal joints - Synovial hinge joint
Proximal and middle phalanges or the middle and distal phalanges articulations
Knee joint - synovial hinge joint
Articulation between the femoral condyles and the tibial condyles
Metatarsophalangeal joint - synovial condyloid (or ellipsoid) joint
Articulation between the head of a metatarsal and the base of a proximal phalanx
Tarsometatarsal joints - gliding synovial joints
Articulations between the distal row of tarsal bones and the proximal ends of the metatarsal bones
What joints are in the Head & Neck?
Coronal suture – Fixed / Fibrous joint
Articulation between the frontal bone and the two parietal bones
Intermaxillary suture– Fixed / Fibrous joint
Articulation between the palatine processes of the right and left maxillae
Lambdoidal suture–
RE: Questions in practical - answers reqd - help please!
Hi
Not sure about the other 2, but you have a towel under the knees when the client has a bad back or back pain, it helps alleviate the pressure a little.
As for a client having a toned body, the massage is going to be deeper and more defined because you are working against the muscles and tissues, rather than layers of fat.
HTH
Indigo :>)
RE: Questions in practical - answers reqd - help please!
Ta for that. For why wouldn't you massage a client in a prone position - talked with my tutor and she said you can massage in the prone position if you lift the foot but can say perhaps it wouldn't be as good for the client.
Questions I was asked
How does massage on the abdomen aid digestion
What would I do if a client fainted
Other people asked questions about location of muscles (part the legs) benefits of strokes, how massage would help oedema, contraindications etc.
One thing our examiner said is that we asked too much 'are you ok, is that comfortable etc), think our group may have overcompensated but still a tad annoying that we would have got marked down on client care for something we were advised by our tutor to do.
Also we had timed our massage for 1 hour as advised by our tutor but the examiner wondered why we had all taken so long as she said it was only 45 minutes!
Hitches aside happily all our class passed, there were only a couple of credits given in the class though and a few people only just scraped a pass! Beware of shiny happy sweet examiners who are hard as nuts underneath!!
Doing this exam beginning of June and would appreciate any past exam paper questions from anyone who's gone through this? Thanks.
ITEC Holistic massage 19th may
Q1. which of the following is not a cause of oedema?
A. toxaemia
B. Kidney disease
C. Liver disease
D. Torticollis
Q2. Bach flower remedies are defined as:
A. Infusions of plants with water and alcohol to treat emotional problems
B. Minute dose of bacteria or substances tht reflect clients condition
C. A trad. meth using plants nd herbs
D. insertion of needles
Q3. Homeopathy is defined as the use of:
A. Vits and minerals
B. Riboflavins
C. minute doses of bacteria or virus
D. oils
Q4. A healthy client with menopausal symptoms wud like a massage wht action do u take?
light massage using effleurage only
general massage
deep massage request doctors permission
Q5 when massaging the front of the legs where wud u place support?
under knees
under ankles
Offer none
Under back
Q6 a client receiving palative care is referred by his/her doctor to receive a massae, which is not a psychological benefit
reduction in isolation and fear
contro, of disomfort
control of circulation
reduction in disorientation and confusion
Q7 A client with a varicose vein in her right lower leg would like an hoilstic massage. wud action wud u take?
massage under the varicose vein
massage over he vein
massage above the vein
massage he whole body including the leg
Q8 Which specific massage movement would most benefit a client with tension in the tibialis anterior?
Tapotement
Petrissage
Cupping
Hacking
Q9 How does stress affect the respiratory system?
It cause the breathing rate to increase
It cause the breathing rate to decrease
it causes blockages in the bronchioles
it causes friction in the pleural cavity
Q10 What type of massage would u give a healthy client suffering from insomnia?
Stimulating
Invigorating
Relaxing
Toning
Q11 a healthy client presents with lower back pain. during your holistic massage you would concentrate on :
vibrations in the gluteal region
cupping in the gluteal region
petrissage in the lumbar region
hacking in the cervical region
Q12 What after care advice would you offer your client after an holistic massage?
go for a long walk
eat a good meal
have a relaxing bath
go for a swim
Q13 what is the most appropriate client care during an holistic massage?
to tell the client the procedure is the same for each client
to only explain to the client if he/she asks
it is not necessary to expalin the procedure to the client
to explain how the massage procedure will be adapted to suit the individual needs
Q14 What procedure wd u follow if ur client reacted to the massage medium u were using?
conrtinue the treatment
stop the treatment and place a cool damp cloth over the area
stop the treatment and wipe the area with sugical spirit
stop the treatment and put some heat on the area
Q15 Where did ayurvedic start?
India
Japan
Greece
Rome
Q16 What do the japenese call their massage?
Shiatsu
Ayuravedic
Holas
massein
Q17 when breaking down toxins where would you drain to?
the nearest major muscle
the nearest endocrine gland
the nearest joint
the nearest lymph node
Q18 What does physiological treat?
The mind
The mind body and soul
The body
Q19 which of the following is a negative factor of integral biology?
time management
lack of fresh air
8 hours sleep a night
balanced diet
Hope these help
RE: ITEC Holistic Massage Exam
Q1. which of the following is not a cause of oedema?
A. toxaemia
B. Kidney disease
C. Liver disease
D. Torticollis
Q2. Bach flower remedies are defined as:
A. Infusions of plants with water and alcohol to treat emotional problems
B. Minute dose of bacteria or substances tht reflect clients condition
C. A trad. meth using plants nd herbs
D. insertion of needles
Q3. Homeopathy is defined as the use of:
A. Vits and minerals
B. Riboflavins
C. minute doses of bacteria or virus
D. oils
Q4. A healthy client with menopausal symptoms wud like a massage wht action do u take?
light massage using effleurage only
general massage
deep massage request doctors permission
Q5 when massaging the front of the legs where wud u place support?
under knees
under ankles
Offer none
Under back
Q6 a client receiving palative care is referred by his/her doctor to receive a massae, which is not a psychological benefit
reduction in isolation and fear
contro, of disomfort
control of circulation
reduction in disorientation and confusion
Q7 A client with a varicose vein in her right lower leg would like an hoilstic massage. wud action wud u take?
massage under the varicose vein
massage over he vein
massage above the vein
massage he whole body including the leg
Q8 Which specific massage movement would most benefit a client with tension in the tibialis anterior?
Tapotement
Petrissage
Cupping
Hacking
Q9 How does stress affect the respiratory system?
It cause the breathing rate to increase
It cause the breathing rate to decrease
it causes blockages in the bronchioles
it causes friction in the pleural cavity
Q10 What type of massage would u give a healthy client suffering from insomnia?
Stimulating
Invigorating
Relaxing
Toning
Q11 a healthy client presents with lower back pain. during your holistic massage you would concentrate on :
vibrations in the gluteal region
cupping in the gluteal region
petrissage in the lumbar region
hacking in the cervical region
Q12 What after care advice would you offer your client after an holistic massage?
go for a long walk
eat a good meal
have a relaxing bath
go for a swim
Q13 what is the most appropriate client care during an holistic massage?
to tell the client the procedure is the same for each client
to only explain to the client if he/she asks
it is not necessary to expalin the procedure to the client
to explain how the massage procedure will be adapted to suit the individual needs
Q14 What procedure wd u follow if ur client reacted to the massage medium u were using?
conrtinue the treatment
stop the treatment and place a cool damp cloth over the area
stop the treatment and wipe the area with sugical spirit
stop the treatment and put some heat on the area
Q15 Where did ayurvedic start?
India
Japan
Greece
Rome
Q16 What do the japenese call their massage?
Shiatsu
Ayuravedic
Holas
massein
Q17 when breaking down toxins where would you drain to?
the nearest major muscle
the nearest endocrine gland
the nearest joint
the nearest lymph node
Q18 What does physiological treat?
The mind
The mind body and soul
The body
Q19 which of the following is a negative factor of integral biology?
time management
lack of fresh air
8 hours sleep a night
balanced diet
Hope these help
RE: ITEC Holistic Massage Exam
Sat my holistic massage exam tonight.
These are some questions came up that I can remember.
1. What was the name of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists previously. (Society of Trained Masseuses, Chartered Society of Massage etc)
2. What was massage used for during the two world wars? (Improve circulation, to treat nerve injury, to treat bullet wounds etc)
3. System of the body which has an indirect benefit of massage (nervous, digestive, respiratory etc)
Can't remember any others at the mo - my head is still trying to recover. Some of the questions our class felt there was 2 possible answers. Lots of qustions regarding muscles and tension in muscles. Plus questions that have appeared on the site previously
Hope this helps
RE: ITEC Holistic Massage Exam
Posted by Lala November 2004
Hol mass
Definition of kneading
Petrissage is - a compression movement
Purpose of kneading
Why causes osteoporosis
What is a contra indication - reason not to treate
Definition of homeopath, bach flower remedies accupressure and shiatsu
When was first recorded use of massage 4kbc 3kbc 2kbc 1kbc didn't know the answer
Effects of massage on respiratory system
What movement most beneficial around patella, for a client with lumbar problems
Massage has what long term effect on the skin - increase elasticity i think
Massage on variose veins - massge above veins
What type of massage for menopausal but healthy client - just said general
wEird one an example of good after care advice would be go for a walk go for a swim eat a good meal take a warm bath - guessed bath
What effect does tapotement have
Client with insomnia what type of treatment - relaxing
What stroke for client with sore shoulders - petrissage trapezius
Whats the first thing you do for client who is stressed but healthy - complete consulation card
They pyschological effect on a mentally tired client - increase of energy
What would you do if client reacted to the medium you were using
Why did the greeks use massage - diet part of marriage ceremony general health
Swedish massage is - treatment of whold body using talc
Where would you drain to when breaking down toxins - nearest lymph node
Hacking is performed - with the sides fo the hands
Effects of stress on muscle system
Rosies Q&A
i'll have a pop at these... bearing in mind i did my exams 7 years ago and think most of these questions are questions for questions sake... oh how can we pad out our exams and make them thnink they are getting there money's worth!
Client presents with aching feet - do u use : frictions , petrissage , tapotment , kneading .?
why do they ache? been walking/ standing too long? tapotement wont do anything... i'd knead, effleurage, bit of friction... i love doing the feet!!
How often should electrical equipment be checked in a busy salon ?
once a month , every 6 mths , once a year , every 2 yrs . ?
once a year
Personal injuries to an employee should be reported to -
employer g.p. , employee g.p. , local hospital , local enforcement officer ?
your own GP? if it happened at work... put it in the accident book? (but they dont give you that do they...) where is an employer? candie???
Which is unprofessional behaviour - to wear :
nail polish , lipstick , flat shoes , wedding band ?
polish for hygienic reasons.
Client becomes embarrassed during consultation - do you :
carry on consult but avert your eyes
carry on and keep up eye contact
stop consult and proceed with massage
stop consult and ask client if they would prefer to arrange to come back another time
4
What is the correct procedure when you discover a lump in the clients left calf during a massage ?
Massage over the lump
Stop and refer client to doctor
Continue with mass. but avoid left leg and refer to doctor
Carry on regardless
3
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1. Describe the procedures of how to judge the effectiveness of body massage?
2. Give 3 examples on each of the following on aftercare advice for:
a. Home Excercise to correct postural defects.
b. Postural Postitions to Prevent Postural Defects.
c. Relaxation
3. Describe the principles and procedures for obtaining meaningful feedback from the client and state why this is important?
4.State the commercial timing allowed for treatment evaluationa and aftercare?
5. A Client has dry skin requires homecare advice. State which products a client could use at home for this condition?
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Posted by chiufrances
1. The first recorded use of massage is 3kbc.
2. How long after starting work must an employee have a contract of empolyment - shouldn't it be 1 month?
3. Massage for menopausal but healthy client - shouldn't give her a light body massage using only effleurage movements?
4. Purpose Greeks use massage in ancient times - I thought 'as part of everyday exercise and fitness'?
Posted by MPM June 04
Holistic massage
1. A client with varicose veins in her right lower leg would like an holistic massage. What action would you take?
A. Massage under varicose vein
B. Massage over the vein
C. Massage above the vein
D. Massage whole body, including leg
2. Which of the following is an effect that massage has on the respiratory system?
A. Toning the abdominal muscles - Think it's A
B. Removal of lactic acid
C. Aid peristaltic action
D. Relaxation of abdominal muscles
3. Which massage movement is the most beneficial for stimulating the area around the patella?
A. Kneading -
B. Effleurage
C. Vibrations
D. Frictions - think it's D
4. Which of the following is a physiological effect of kneading?
A. To soothe nerve endings
B. To prevent muscle fatigue - think it's B
C. To decrease joint mobility
D. To decrease circulation
5. When breaking down toxins where would you drain to?
A. The nearest major muscle
B. The nearest endocrine gland
C. the nearest joint
D. the nearest lymph node - Think its D
6. A stressed but healthy client has tension in her abdomen. What would you do initially?
A. Refer her to a doctor
B. Proceed with an abdomen massage only
C. Proceed with a full body massage
D. Complete a consultation card - think it's D
7. A healthy client with menopausal symptoms would like an holistic massage. What action would you take?
A. Give her a light body massage using only effleurage movements
B. Give her a general massage - think it's B.
C. Give her a deep massage incorporating lots of percussion movements
D. Request a doctors permisssion before proceeding.
8. A client with general lower back pain would like an holistic back massage. Which specific massage movement would be the most beneficial?
A. Vibrations
B. Petrissage - think it's B
C. Cupping
D. Hacking
9. What would you do if you discovered a lump on your client's thigh?
A. Massage as normal
B. Continue the massage and make a note of your observations on the record card
C. Complete the massage avoiding the area mentioning it to your client in passing and advise to have it checked - think it's C
D. Stop the massage and advise your client to see a doctor
10.What procedure would you follow if your client reacted to the massage medium you were using? - B or C???
A. Continue the treatment
B. Stop the treatment and place a cool damp cloth over the area
C. Stop the treatment and with the area with surgical spirit
D. Stop the treatmetn and put some heat on the area
11. During the massage you discover a lump in your client's left calf. What action would you take?
A. Continue the massage avoiding the lump
B. Continue the massage avoiding the left lower leg
C. Continue the massage ignoring the lump
D. Stop the massage and advise your client to seek medical attention
12 Chiropractic is defined as diagnosis and treatment of mechanical problems in the
A. Musculo-skeletal system - think is A
B. whole of the skeletal system
C. Muscular system
D. Nervous and spinal column
13. What is the main physiological effect of thumb frictions around the patella?
A. To increase the flow of synovial fluid - think it's A
B. To decrease the flow of lymph
C. To increase the heart rate
D. To aid in the removal of oxygen
14. What would be the most beneficial massage movement to use around the ankle for general stiffness?
A. Vibrations
B. Frictions - think it's B
C. Cupping
D. Kneading
15. Which massage movement would be most beneficial for a stressed but healthy client with thight gastrocnemius muscles?
A. Kneading - Think it's A
B. Cupping
C.Hacking
D. Tapotement
16. Which massage movement would be the most beneficial for a client suffering from mild constipation?
A. Hacking
B. Deep effleurage - think it's B
C. Light cupping
D. Vibrations
17. A pianist suffering from stiff hands and fingers presents for an holistic massage. Which specific massage movement would you use?
A. Tapotement
B. Hacking
C. Vibrations
D. Frictions - Think it's D?
18. You have a doctor's permission to give a full body massage to a client with hypertension. Would you:
A. Give a light massage - think it's A
B. Give a 10 minute massage
C. Give a vigorous massage
D. Give a deep massage
19. In general what should be the correct height of hte couch for the therapist?
A. The couch should reach the therapist's hip - think it's A
B. The couch should reach the therapists knee
C. The couch should reach the tip of the therapists fingers when they are at the side of his/her body
D. The couch should reach the therapist's waist.
Professional Conduct and Bus. Awareness
1. An employer is obliged to inform the employee in writing of any change in terms of employment within
A. Six months of the change
B. Three months of the changes
C. One month of the change - think it's C
D. One week of the change
2. When giving First Aid to a person suffering from heat exhaustion, the water and salt solution should consist of:
A. One teaspoon of salt per 1 litre of water - think it's A
B. Half a teaspoon of salt per 1 litre of water
C. Two teaspoons of salt per 1 litre of water
D. One tablespoon of salt per 1 litre of water
3. What is a toxin?
A. A poison of bacterial origin? - think it's A
B. The science of muscular disease
C. A poison of fungal origin
D. The science of viral disease
4. What of these is an example of bacterial infection?
A. Psoriasis
B. Eczema
C. Warts
D. Boils - think it's D
5. When should a therapist/practitioner wear disposable gloves?
A. When a client presents with erythema
B. When a client presents with couperose
C. When there is a possibility of exchange of body fluids - think it's C
D. When the skin on the therapist's / practitioner's hands is rough to the touch
6. The Consumer Protection Act is an act that:
A. Safeguards the consumer from unsafe treatments
B. Safeguards the consumer from unsafe products
C. Ensures that treatement prices should be displayed in the treatment rooms
D. Investigates consumer complaints - think it's D
7. The correct First Aid for a nose bleed is to:
A. PInch the bridge of the nose for 10 mins and aks the client to lean back. If bleeding does not stop call for medical assistance -think it's A.
B. Pinch bridge of nose for 10 mins and ask the client to lean forward. If bleeeding does not stop call for medical assistance
C. PInch the tip of the nose for 10 mins and ask client to lean back. If the bleeding does not stop call for medical assistance
D. PInch the tip of the nose for 10 mins and ask the client to lean forward. If the bleeding does not stop call for med. assistance
8. First Aid for an electrical burn is:
A. Place a clean fluffy material over the burn and dial for an ambulance
B. Flood the injury with cold water, place a clean non fluffy material over the burn and call for an ambulance
C. Flood the injury with warm water, place a clean non fluffy material over the burn and call for an ambulance
D. Flood the injury with cold water and place an adhesive dressing over the burn, call for an ambulance
9. The effects of ultra violet cabinet are:
A. To sterilize
B. To destroy fungi only
C. To store previously sterilized equpment - think it's C but this is not an effect but it's purpose?... Are they trying to catch us out with this one?
D. To destroy bacteria only
RE: ITEC Holistic Massage Exam
Coxy
1) C ( you must not massage on varicose veins so start above where vein has ended)
2) D (did this one in class so know its the right answer!)
3) D I think
4) B
5) D
6) not sure if its C or D???
7) B
8) B
9) C
10) B - did this one in class too!
11) A or B?
12) A or D?
13) A
14) B
15) A
16) B
17) D?
18) A or D???
19)A
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By Hugo Cornwall
Prof Conduct and Bus Awareness
Consumer Protection Act: The answer would be C, as it applies to 'services',
quote:
Part III of the [1987] Act regulates price indications for goods, services, accommodation, or facilities. Businesses must not give consumers misleading price indications. A Code of Practice for Traders on Price Indications has been published by the Department of Trade and Industry, as a guide to good standards. Compliance with the Code may give a trader a defence to a prosecution for a misleading indication.
If you are supplying a 'product', which tends to be regarded by the Act as a material good, the service element being, in my experience virtually unenforcable under the act as it stands, then answer would be B, with a secondary importance on C... The question is unbelievably badly worded, since the Act is summarised commonly as follows:-
quote:
Provides for liability for damage caused by defective products
Provides for the protection and safety of consumers by enabling Regulations/Orders to be made controlling consumer goods
Prohibits the supply of unsafe goods
Provides powers for seizing and forfeiture of unsafe goods
Provides powers to suspend the sale of suspected unsafe goods
Provides powers to require persons to publish notices warning consumers of unsafe goods previously supplied
Prohibits misleading price indications.
Ah, BCS Code of Conduct, Professional Ethics and Legal Requirements... a marvellous thing!
So, what is it... taking the prima facie question, I'd say tell 'em its B and be damned
Anatomy / Physiology and Massage
1. Define referral procedures:
a. Referring to the correct products for the treatment
b. Referring the client to his/her doctor or other complementary therapist
c. Referring to treatment notes to ensure correct treatment
d. Referring to client’s record card2. The effects of massage on the skin include:
a. Improve elasticity
b. Aid peristalsis
c. Help in the removal of lactic acid
d. Reduce stiffness3. The effects of massage on the digestive system includes:
a. Toning
b. Desquamating
c. Aids peristalsis
d. Warming4. A client presents with poor muscle tone. Which 2 specific massage movements would be most effective?
a. Effleurage and petrissage
b. Effleurage and vibrations
c. Vibrations and frictions
d. Deep kneading and tapotement5. Temporary contra indications to massage include:
a. Varicose veins, septic focae
b. Vitiligo, pregnancy
c. Epileptics, diabetics
d. Tinea pedis, sunburn6. Total contra indications include:
a. Varicose viens. Broken bone
b. Epileptics, diabetics
c. Sprained ankle, fractured bone
d. Tinea pedis, sunburn7. Contra indications to massage requiring medical approval include:
a. Epilepsy
b. Sunburn
c. Bruising
d. Dermatitis8. Define holistic massage:
a. Treatment involving the use of essential oils
b. Treatment involving the body, mind and spirit
c. Treatment involving massage of the whole body including the hands and feet
d. Treatment involving massage of the whole body excluding the face9. The effects of massage of the respiratory system includes:
a. Toning of the abdominal muscles
b. Removal of lactic acid
c. Aids peristalsis
d. Relaxing of the abdominal muscles10. The effects of massage on the nervous system include:
a. Stimulating
b. Increased metabolism
c. Removal of lactic acid
d. Decreased metabolism11.The wrist bones include:
a. Tarsals
b. Carpals
c. Metacarpals
d. Metatarsals12.The causes of Addison’s Syndrome are:
a. Hyposecretion of adrenocortical hormones
b. Hypersecretion of adrenocortical hormones
c. Hyposecretion of the female sex hormones
d. Hypersecretion of the female sex hormones13. Oxygen is carried in the blood by:
a. Leucocytes
b. Thrombocytes
c. Erythrocytes
d. Lymphocytes14. The tongue plays an important part in:
a. Digestion, mastication, swallowing
b. Mastication, elimination, swallowing
c. Ingestion, taste, digestion
d. Swallowing, mastication, taste15. The action of the infraspinatus muscle is
a. rotates the arm inwards
b. rotates the arm outwards
c. adducts the arm
d. abducts the arm16. The effects on the digestive system by the parasympathetic nervous system include:
a. increase in secretion of pancreatic juices, micturation, delay in digestion
b. increase in digestion, increase in excretion of pancreatic juices, micturation
c. delay in digestion, inhibition of secretion of digestive juices, inhibition of micturation
d. increase in digestion, inhibition of micturation, decrease in secretion of pancreatic juices17. The knee joint is
a. a pivot joint
b. gliding joint
c. full hinge joint
d. partial hinge joint18. Define cystitis
a. inflammation of the urethra
b. inflammation of the ureter
c. inflammation of the kidney
d. inflammation of the bladder19. The enzime trypsin can be found in the:
a. juices from the pancreas
b. juices from the stomach
c. bile from the gall bladder
d. bile from the liver20. The trachea is made of
a. incomplete rings of yellow elastic tissue
b. complete rings of yellow elastic tissue
c. incomplete rings of hyaline cartilage
d. complete rings of hyaline cartilage21. Define code of ethics
a. a code stating how a business will be run
b. a code stating that practitioners must undertake continual professional development and training
c. a code of conduct set down by professional organisations for their members
d. a code stating acceptable cost of treatment22. Define referral procedures
a. referring to correct products for the treatment
b. referring to case histories
c. referring to the client’s consultation records
d. referring the client to his/her doctor of other therapist23. After care advice if important in order to:
a. give more value for money
b. ensure your commission on sales
c. maintain the effects of the treatment
d. control infections24. When dealing with negative feedback do you:
a. tell the client it was not your fault
b. listen to the client and them give him/her your opinion
c. listen to what the client tells you, discuss the problem with him/her, offer an alternative treatment
d. tell the client he/she is incorrect in their statement25. Define public liability insurance:
a. protects against claims arising from a product sold in the salon/clinic
b. protects the employer against claims brought by an employee injured in the salon/clinic
c. protects against claims arising from a client being injured in the salon/clinic
d. protects against claims arising from negative feedback26. Define limited company:
a. a business that can be set up without any legal formalities
b. a company where one person controls finance and decisions
c. a company whereby any business debts are limited to the amount put in
d. a business that is formed without registering27. Define sole trader
a. a business that can be set up without any legal formalities
b. a company where one person controls finance and decisions
c. a company whereby any business debts are limited to the amount put in
d. a business that is formed without registering28. The purpose of a petty cash book is to
a. keep a record of all major cash transactions
b. to record all salary transactions
c. to keep a record of all minor cash transactions
d. to keep a record of all money owed29. The information recorded in a petty cash book would include:
a. salary of each employee, date paid
b. paye number, date
c. amount of cash used, date and reason for the transaction
d. amount of money owed, date invoice received30. Define gross profit
a. the final profit made after all deductions have been made
b. the profit made before all deductions have been taken off
c. money that can be offset against the next invoice
d. a method of checking credit worthiness
........
RE: ITEC Holistic Massage Exam
ITEC A&P&M Multi Choice Questions
1) Compare and contrast Swedish massage and Holistic Massage (6)
List 4 Total contra-indications and why they are (4)2) Describe the massage techniques you would use and why for the following conditions:
(i) Pre menstrual syndrome
(ii) Someone with neck and back pain
(iii) Stress3) What are the following:
(i) Nephritis (5 diseases - 2 marks each)4) What would you do if a client was suffering from:
a) (i) Asthma attack (ii) Heat exhaustion (2 marks each)
b) can’t remember this question?!, but it was worth 2 marks
c) Describe:
(i) Bacteria (ii) Fungi (2 marks each)5) Explain the importance of:
Personal Hygiene
Positive Body language
Explaining the treatments available
Good communication
Keeping record cards6) Explain the following hormones functions and malfunctions (2 marks each)
(i) Vasopressin (ii) Insulin (iii) Melatonin (iv) Thyroxin (v) Progesterone7)
a) Describe what effect stress has on the respiratory system and the effect this would have on the circulatory system (5marks)
b) Describe what stress does to the respiratory system and the effect this would have on the skin (5 marks)
c) Describe what stress does to the nervous system and how this will affect the endocrine and digestive systems (10 marks)8) Draw the position of and describe the action of the following: (2 marks each)
(a) friction around the patella
(b) effleurage on the biceps femoris
(c) palmar kneading on the tibialis anterior
(d) kneading on the trapezius
(e) friction on the external obliques
(f) vibration on the erector spinae
(g) kneading on the rectus femoris
(h) beating on the vastus lateralis
(i) effleurage over the abdominals
(j) kneading on the extensor carpi radialis
A&P&M ITEC
Exam taken last nite.....here goes (what I can remember!)
Effects of massage on-respiratory & skin
5 points each
Define
Toxin
Bacteriacide
1 other?
2 marks each
Describe following treatments and when you might recommend them-
Iridology
Aromatherapy
Kinesiolgy
Chiropractor
Bach Flower
2 marks each
Someone sprains ankle in salon-what would u do?
6 marks
Define/explain importance of personal hygiene.
4 marks
Describe/what are the causes of 5 diseases of the endocrine system. 2 marks each.
List 4 of each/where they are/what they do, muscles that- flex,rotate,extend,abduct,adduct.
4 marks each
Describe effects of stress on- Respiratory,skin,lymph and blood,muscles + 1 more
5 marks each
Describe autonomic nervous system. 10 marks
ITEC A&P&M Old Style Mock Questions
DRAW,LABEL,EXPLAIN FUNCTIONS AND ACTIONS OF RESPIRATORY SYSTEM.DISCUSS GASEOUS EXCHANGE.
15 POINTS TOTAL
DRAW AND LABEL ENDOCRINE SYSTEM.EXPLAIN WHAT EACH DOES/HOW IT AFFECTS THE BODY. 10 POINTS
GIVE DETAILS/EFFECTS OF 4 DISEASES AND DISORDERS (2 WERE ADDISONS AND CUSHINGS SYNDROME)5POINTS
ON PICTURE PROVIDED,LABEL AND EXPLAIN THE WORKINGS OF 5 MUSCLES;ERECTOR SPINAE,SUPRASPINITUS,FLEXOR CARPI ULNARIS+ 2 OTHERS (FORGOT-SORRY!) 10 POINTS
NAME AND GIVE EXAMPLES OF 4 MAIN MASSAGE MANIPULATIONS.DISCUSS PHYSICAL AND PHYSCOLOGICAL EFFECTS. 10 POINTS
GIVE DETAILS/DISCUSS HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUES TO BE CONSIDERED IF OWNING A 'SALON'. 10 POINTS
DISCUSS 5 CONSIDERATIONS WHEN OPENING YOUR OWN BUSINESS,
WHAT IS REQUIRED/PROBLEMS OCCURING ETC.
10 POINTS
A 35 YEAR OLD M.D. RETURNING TO WORK AFTER MATERNITY LEAVE COMES TO YOU WITH NECK,BACK AND SHOULDER PROBLEMS AND GENERAL FATIQUE. DISCUSS HER BACKGROUND,CASE STUDY,TREATMENT REC'(DURATION AND MANIPULATIONS)AFTERCARE AND HOME CARE ADVICE AND FREQUENCY OF APPT'S. 20 POINTS.give 4 main massage manipulations
Anatomy / Physiology and Massage
1. Define referral procedures:
a. Referring to the correct products for the treatment
b. Referring the client to his/her doctor or other complementary therapist
c. Referring to treatment notes to ensure correct treatment
d. Referring to client’s record card2. The effects of massage on the skin include:
a. Improve elasticity
b. Aid peristalsis
c. Help in the removal of lactic acid
d. Reduce stiffness3. The effects of massage on the digestive system includes:
a. Toning
b. Desquamating
c. Aids peristalsis
d. Warming4. A client presents with poor muscle tone. Which 2 specific massage movements would be most effective?
a. Effleurage and petrissage
b. Effleurage and vibrations
c. Vibrations and frictions
d. Deep kneading and tapotement5. Temporary contra indications to massage include:
a. Varicose veins, septic focae
b. Vitiligo, pregnancy
c. Epileptics, diabetics
d. Tinea pedis, sunburn6. Total contra indications include:
a. Varicose viens. Broken bone
b. Epileptics, diabetics
c. Sprained ankle, fractured bone
d. Tinea pedis, sunburn7. Contra indications to massage requiring medical approval include:
a. Epilepsy
b. Sunburn
c. Bruising
d. Dermatitis8. Define holistic massage:
a. Treatment involving the use of essential oils
b. Treatment involving the body, mind and spirit
c. Treatment involving massage of the whole body including the hands and feet
d. Treatment involving massage of the whole body excluding the face9. The effects of massage of the respiratory system includes:
a. Toning of the abdominal muscles
b. Removal of lactic acid
c. Aids peristalsis
d. Relaxing of the abdominal muscles10. The effects of massage on the nervous system include:
a. Stimulating
b. Increased metabolism
c. Removal of lactic acid
d. Decreased metabolism11.The wrist bones include:
a. Tarsals
b. Carpals
c. Metacarpals
d. Metatarsals12.The causes of Addison’s Syndrome are:
a. Hyposecretion of adrenocortical hormones
b. Hypersecretion of adrenocortical hormones
c. Hyposecretion of the female sex hormones
d. Hypersecretion of the female sex hormones13. Oxygen is carried in the blood by:
a. Leucocytes
b. Thrombocytes
c. Erythrocytes
d. Lymphocytes14. The tongue plays an important part in:
a. Digestion, mastication, swallowing
b. Mastication, elimination, swallowing
c. Ingestion, taste, digestion
d. Swallowing, mastication, taste15. The action of the infraspinatus muscle is
a. rotates the arm inwards
b. rotates the arm outwards
c. adducts the arm
d. abducts the arm16. The effects on the digestive system by the parasympathetic nervous system include:
a. increase in secretion of pancreatic juices, micturation, delay in digestion
b. increase in digestion, increase in excretion of pancreatic juices, micturation
c. delay in digestion, inhibition of secretion of digestive juices, inhibition of micturation
d. increase in digestion, inhibition of micturation, decrease in secretion of pancreatic juices17. The knee joint is
a. a pivot joint
b. gliding joint
c. full hinge joint
d. partial hinge joint18. Define cystitis
a. inflammation of the urethra
b. inflammation of the ureter
c. inflammation of the kidney
d. inflammation of the bladder19. The enzime trypsin can be found in the:
a. juices from the pancreas
b. juices from the stomach
c. bile from the gall bladder
d. bile from the liver20. The trachea is made of
a. incomplete rings of yellow elastic tissue
b. complete rings of yellow elastic tissue
c. incomplete rings of hyaline cartilage
d. complete rings of hyaline cartilage21. Define code of ethics
a. a code stating how a business will be run
b. a code stating that practitioners must undertake continual professional development and training
c. a code of conduct set down by professional organisations for their members
d. a code stating acceptable cost of treatment22. Define referral procedures
a. referring to correct products for the treatment
b. referring to case histories
c. referring to the client’s consultation records
d. referring the client to his/her doctor of other therapist23. After care advice if important in order to:
a. give more value for money
b. ensure your commission on sales
c. maintain the effects of the treatment
d. control infections24. When dealing with negative feedback do you:
a. tell the client it was not your fault
b. listen to the client and them give him/her your opinion
c. listen to what the client tells you, discuss the problem with him/her, offer an alternative treatment
d. tell the client he/she is incorrect in their statement25. Define public liability insurance:
a. protects against claims arising from a product sold in the salon/clinic
b. protects the employer against claims brought by an employee injured in the salon/clinic
c. protects against claims arising from a client being injured in the salon/clinic
d. protects against claims arising from negative feedback26. Define limited company:
a. a business that can be set up without any legal formalities
b. a company where one person controls finance and decisions
c. a company whereby any business debts are limited to the amount put in
d. a business that is formed without registering27. Define sole trader
a. a business that can be set up without any legal formalities
b. a company where one person controls finance and decisions
c. a company whereby any business debts are limited to the amount put in
d. a business that is formed without registering28. The purpose of a petty cash book is to
a. keep a record of all major cash transactions
b. to record all salary transactions
c. to keep a record of all minor cash transactions
d. to keep a record of all money owed29. The information recorded in a petty cash book would include:
a. salary of each employee, date paid
b. paye number, date
c. amount of cash used, date and reason for the transaction
d. amount of money owed, date invoice received30. Define gross profit
a. the final profit made after all deductions have been made
b. the profit made before all deductions have been taken off
c. money that can be offset against the next invoice
d. a method of checking credit worthiness
ITEC APM
1. Explain the importance of following when maintaining professional standards:a) towel draping
b) hygiene
c) referral procedure
d) ethics (2.5 pts each)2. Draw a diagram of central nervous system. (10 pts)
3. Stating the reason explain contraindications to massage:
a) total
b) localised
c) temporary4. Interdependency of digestive and circulatory system.
5. Considerations when setting up room.
6. Detail explanation of function of bone.
Classification of bones.
Type of joints with example.
Spinal curvatures.7. Classical movements of massage.
Physiological and psychological effects of each movement.Considering everything give advice and massage:
a) general muscular tension
b) poor circulation8. Draw and label diagram of anterior and posterior view of the body.
1. What is:
a) Alexander Technique
b) Bowen technique
c) Bach flower remedies
d) Homeopathy
e) Kinesiology2. Describe 5 functions of the cell.
3. Clear diagram of muscles:
a) brachialis
b) gastro-seminus
c) teres major
d) illio – psoars
e) triceps
f) teres minor4. Give 5 precautions to infra red and give reasons.
Give 5 contraindications to infra red.5. Explain the following skin functions:
a) vasodilation
b) vasoconstriction
c) vitamin D formation
d) melanin production
e) secretion6. Explain necessity for having accident book, first aid book.
Explain why it is necessary to create rapport with medical profession.7. Describe in detail the autonomic nervous system.
Define what axon is.
Define what dendrites are.
Define grey matter.
2 diseases of nervous system.8. Using a hypothetical case, list 5 relevant questions you will ask to establish the problem of the person.
Describe the holistic treatment you will give to that person and the psychological and physiological effects.1. Describe using diagrams the structure and function of the organelles:
a) vacuoles
b) endoplasmic reticulum
c) mitochondria
d) centrioles
e) nucleus (DNA)2. Describe effects of massage on:
a) vascular system
b) muscular system3. Explain the cause and effect of the following:
a) fibrocitis
b) osteoporosis
c) IBS
d) Cushing’s syndrome
e) Addison syndrome
f) Tinea pedis4. Define on diagram, show the position and label and state the action of the following muscles:
a) ceratis anterior
b) abdominus transversalis
c) extensor carpinalis
d) adductor longus5. Define the following term:
a) Bactericide
b) Aseptic
c) Fungicide
d) Bacteristat
e) PathogenicList the way in which you maintain high standard of hygiene:
6. Explain the mechanism of respiration.
7. Define what is Swedish massage, Holistic massage, Infrared.
List 2 total contraindication to massage.
List 2 total contraindications to infra red.
Using hypothetical case adapt your massage to suit your client needs (headaches)7. Describe the structure and function of the brain and spinal cord.
1. Describe in diagram where appropriate the following structure of the cells and functions:
a) centrosome
b) Golgi apparatus
c) Cytoplasm
d) Protoplasm
e) Nucleus2. Explain the following terms:
a) towel draping
b) client care
c) professionalism
d) client modesty
e) hygiene3. Diagrams, show the position and action of the following muscles:
a) seratus interior
b) abdominus transversalis
c) vastius literalis
d) illiacus
e) extensor carpinarilis
f) adductos longus
g) erectus femoris
h) brachalis4. Define what is artery, vein, capillaries, erythrocytes, leucocytes
5. Effects of massage on the following conditions:
a) constipation
b) stiff joints
c) muscle fatigue
d) headache
e) hyperactivity6. Define the following terms:
a) bactericide
b) fungicide
c) pathogenic
d) aseptic
e) cross infectionList 5 ways in which you would maintain high standard of hygiene in the clinic.
7. Client presents with muscular tension in the thoracic-cervical region of the back.
a) list 5 key questions to give massage
b) movements of massage you’d use8. Draw and label diagram structure of the skin including the layers of the epidermis.
Explain the function of the following:
a) sebacenous glands
b) appocrine gland
c) melanocyte
d) ergosterol
e) sensory nerve endings
f) accrine gland
g) papilla
h) erector pilli
Define psiorasis and dermatitis.
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ITEC A&P&M Old Style
1)Describe: Holistic Massage, Swedish Massage and Infra-Red
2)Give 5 total contraindications and explain why
3)Give 5 GP referrals and explain why
4)Explain the importance of the following legislation in regard to Massage and Infra Red.
Electricity Act
Health & Safety Act
Data Protection Act
5)Describe the structure of
Spleen
Kidney
Lungs
Gallbladder
6)Explain the importance of sterilisation and hygeine in a clinical setting
7)Describe the function of two hormones in the pituitary gland
8)What massage strokes would be most beneficial for... and explain the psychological and physiological effects.
A highly strung person
An overweight person trying to loose weight
A person with tense erector spinae muscles
A person with tense, fatigued quadriceps
9) What aftercare advise would you give the above
10) Draw & Label on a diagram
2 muscles that dorsiflex the foot
2 muscles that flex the hip
4 muscles that flex the trunk
2 muscles that flex the wrist
2 muscles that adduct the humerus
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A&P&M??? Not sure which board
1. Define referral procedures:
a. Referring to the correct products for the treatment
b. Referring the client to his/her doctor or other complementary therapist
c. Referring to treatment notes to ensure correct treatment
d. Referring to client’s record card
2. The effects of massage on the skin include:
a. Improve elasticity
b. Aid peristalsis
c. Help in the removal of lactic acid
d. Reduce stiffness
3. The effects of massage on the digestive system includes:
a. Toning
b. Desquamating
c. Aids peristalsis
d. Warming
4. A client presents with poor muscle tone. Which 2 specific massage movements would be most effective?
a. Effleurage and petrissage
b. Effleurage and vibrations
c. Vibrations and frictions
d. Deep kneading and tapotement
5. Temporary contra indications to massage include:
a. Varicose veins, septic focae
b. Vitiligo, pregnancy
c. Epileptics, diabetics
d. Tinea pedis, sunburn
6. Total contra indications include:
a. Varicose viens. Broken bone
b. Epileptics, diabetics
c. Sprained ankle, fractured bone
d. Tinea pedis, sunburn
7. Contra indications to massage requiring medical approval include:
a. Epilepsy
b. Sunburn
c. Bruising
d. Dermatitis
8. Define holistic massage:
a. Treatment involving the use of essential oils
b. Treatment involving the body, mind and spirit
c. Treatment involving massage of the whole body including the hands and feet
d. Treatment involving massage of the whole body excluding the face
9. The effects of massage of the respiratory system includes:
a. Toning of the abdominal muscles
b. Removal of lactic acid
c. Aids peristalsis
d. Relaxing of the abdominal muscles
10. The effects of massage on the nervous system include:
a. Stimulating
b. Increased metabolism
c. Removal of lactic acid
d. Decreased metabolism
11.The wrist bones include:
a. Tarsals
b. Carpals
c. Metacarpals
d. Metatarsals
12.The causes of Addison’s Syndrome are:
a. Hyposecretion of adrenocortical hormones
b. Hypersecretion of adrenocortical hormones
c. Hyposecretion of the female sex hormones
d. Hypersecretion of the female sex hormones
13. Oxygen is carried in the blood by:
a. Leucocytes
b. Thrombocytes
c. Erythrocytes
d. Lymphocytes
14. The tongue plays an important part in:
a. Digestion, mastication, swallowing
b. Mastication, elimination, swallowing
c. Ingestion, taste, digestion
d. Swallowing, mastication, taste
15. The action of the infraspinatus muscle is
a. rotates the arm inwards
b. rotates the arm outwards
c. adducts the arm
d. abducts the arm
16. The effects on the digestive system by the parasympathetic nervous system include:
a. increase in secretion of pancreatic juices, micturation, delay in digestion
b. increase in digestion, increase in excretion of pancreatic juices, micturation
c. delay in digestion, inhibition of secretion of digestive juices, inhibition of micturation
d. increase in digestion, inhibition of micturation, decrease in secretion of pancreatic juices
17. The knee joint is
a. a pivot joint
b. gliding joint
c. full hinge joint
d. partial hinge joint
18. Define cystitis
a. inflammation of the urethra
b. inflammation of the ureter
c. inflammation of the kidney
d. inflammation of the bladder
19. The enzime trypsin can be found in the:
a. juices from the pancreas
b. juices from the stomach
c. bile from the gall bladder
d. bile from the liver
20. The trachea is made of
a. incomplete rings of yellow elastic tissue
b. complete rings of yellow elastic tissue
c. incomplete rings of hyaline cartilage
d. complete rings of hyaline cartilage
21. Define code of ethics
a. a code stating how a business will be run
b. a code stating that practitioners must undertake continual professional development and training
c. a code of conduct set down by professional organisations for their members
d. a code stating acceptable cost of treatment
22. Define referral procedures
a. referring to correct products for the treatment
b. referring to case histories
c. referring to the client’s consultation records
d. referring the client to his/her doctor of other therapist
23. After care advice if important in order to:
a. give more value for money
b. ensure your commission on sales
c. maintain the effects of the treatment
d. control infections
24. When dealing with negative feedback do you:
a. tell the client it was not your fault
b. listen to the client and them give him/her your opinion
c. listen to what the client tells you, discuss the problem with him/her, offer an alternative treatment
d. tell the client he/she is incorrect in their statement
25. Define public liability insurance:
a. protects against claims arising from a product sold in the salon/clinic
b. protects the employer against claims brought by an employee injured in the salon/clinic
c. protects against claims arising from a client being injured in the salon/clinic
d. protects against claims arising from negative feedback
26. Define limited company:
a. a business that can be set up without any legal formalities
b. a company where one person controls finance and decisions
c. a company whereby any business debts are limited to the amount put in
d. a business that is formed without registering
27. Define sole trader
a. a business that can be set up without any legal formalities
b. a company where one person controls finance and decisions
c. a company whereby any business debts are limited to the amount put in
d. a business that is formed without registering
28. The purpose of a petty cash book is to
a. keep a record of all major cash transactions
b. to record all salary transactions
c. to keep a record of all minor cash transactions
d. to keep a record of all money owed
29. The information recorded in a petty cash book would include:
a. salary of each employee, date paid
b. paye number, date
c. amount of cash used, date and reason for the transaction
d. amount of money owed, date invoice received
30. Define gross profit
a. the final profit made after all deductions have been made
b. the profit made before all deductions have been taken off
c. money that can be offset against the next invoice
d. a method of checking credit worthiness
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More mind boggling questions... ITEC Holistic Massage
Hi
I’m just going through a mock Holistic Massage (ITEC) paper that was set by my college and wonder if anyone can shed light as to how to get to the ‘correct’ answer on the following questions:
1. Temporary contraindications to holistic massage include:
a) heart conditions
b) diabetes
c) broken leg
d) fever
Answer: c
I put d) and got it wrong, and I’m not sure how to work out how to choose between c) and d), which are both ‘temporary’ conditions. Anyone got any clues?
2. Contraindications to holistic massage include:
a) whiplash
b) sunburn
c) bruising
d) dermatitis
Answer: a
Again any of these answer could be correct – any idea why the correct answer is a)?
They appear to be typical ITEC trick questions…..
RE: More mind boggling questions... ITEC Holistic Massage
Hi Eagle
This would be my logic..................
For the first question, a heart condition or diabetes are both GP referral, so they're out, & fever is a total contraindication, which leaves the broken leg, which on this occision ITEC choose to refer to as 'temporary', & I think that's why the answer is C.
For the second question, sunburn, bruising and dermatitis - assuming they are restricted to one part of the body - are all local contraindications so you could feasibly go ahead with the treatment avoiding the area, whereas whiplash being an injury would require GP referral and would be contraindicated to treatment.
As you say, it is pretty typical ITEC, but that would be my best guess as to how they've worked it out.
All the best for your exam
RE: More mind boggling questions... ITEC Holistic Massage
Hi Claudette
Thanks for your reply. To get the answer for these questions, it's almost like spotting the odd one out and ignoring the actual wording of the question because 'temporary contraindication' and 'contraindication' don't seem to be giving all the information in order to provide the exact answer that ITEC are looking for.
RE: More mind boggling questions... ITEC Holistic Massage
Hi Eagle,
Yes I agree with much of Claudette's reasoning.
With the contraindications you really have to learn ITEC's subdivisions of contraindications (either through their syllabus or through the Tucker books) and what they put under total, medical and local contraindications. Fever is total, diabetes and heart conditions are medical, which leaves the broken leg. However I have never come across the 'temporary' category before. Did your tutor get the paper from ITEC or make up the questions themself? Because one could presumably treat the broken leg as a local contraindication (you couldn't massage over a plaster cast anyway) and massage the rest of the body if it was comfortable for the client to lie on a couch. HOWEVER, it's probably best to stick by the letter of the ITEC syllabus and not engage in too much lateral thinking.
The second question is very oddly worded. I wonder if it should be which is NOT a contraindication... Only because whiplash is not specifically mentioned by Louise Tucker. You would of course be very cautious about treating someone with whiplash and would more than likely have to get medical approval. But in some cases massage can be of benefit to a client suffering from whiplash - the ongoing effects can last for years. I put some bumph on whiplash into the appendices of my case studies and found some useful information on .
As a group my class often commented that life is difficult enough learning all the massage and A&P theory without having to double-guess what ITEC are getting at. And as for the double-negative questions... well just don't get me started!! [:@] When it's just revision then I guess it's quite useful because it really does make you think, and research, and look things up - but when it's in the exam it's just not funny!
Aldebaran
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RE: More mind boggling questions... ITEC Holistic Massage
Hi Aldebaran
Thanks for your reply. I'll check out that website. Yeah, whiplash was only mentioned in class as a total contraindication - I haven't seen anything in LT or ITEC syllabus (that I recall!) about whiplash.
And I think these are ITEC questions, rather than my tutors.
Ok, back to the revision!
Eagle
RE: ITEC Holistic Massage Exam
Hi all
I am unsure the answers for the following questions from ITEC holistic massage paper, can anyone help?
1. Per Henrik Ling was made president of which massage establishment in Sweden?
A. The Swedish Chartered Society of Physiotherapists
B. The Swedish Central Institute of Massage
C. The Swedish Central Institute of Gymnastics
D. The Swedish Association of Masseuses
2. For what purpose was massage used during the two world wars?
A. For treating broken bones
B. For treating circulation problems
C. For treating nerve injuries
D. For treating bullet wounds
3. A client presents with tension in the biceps muschle. What could be the cause?
A. Lifting heavy objects too suddenly
B. Sharply jerking the arm forwards
C. Twisting the arm behind the back
D. Throwing an object with excessive force
4. A client presents with tension in the levator scapulae muscles. What could be the cause?
A. Lifting a heavy object suddenly
B. Painting the ceiling
C. Waving the arms too much
D. Carrying a heavy bag
5. A client presents complaining of tension in her back when brushing the back of her hair. Which muscle would be causing this?
A. Supraspinatus
B. Infraspinatus
C. Teres major
D. Subscapularis
6. Which of the following conditions would generally not benefit from head and neck massage?
A. Earache
B. Alopecia
C. Eyestrain
D. Tight jaw
7. A client presents with a back ache which appeared after lifting a heavy object. Which of the following muscles could be causing this pain?
A. External obliques
B. Rhomboid major
C. Erector spinae
D. Levator scapulae
8. A client presents with a back that is slightly rounded restricting expansion of the chest. Which muscle would be the cause of this?
A. Rhomboid major
B. Pectoralis major
C. Serratus anterior
D. Trapezius
9. A client presents with tension in the abdominal area from coughing. Which muscle would cause this?
A. Pectoralis major
B. External obliques
C. Internal obliques
D. Rectus tranversalis
10. A client presents with tension in the gastocnemius muscle. What could be the cause?
A. Constant wearing of high heeled shoes
B. Walking up the stairs
C. Excessive jumping onto hard surfaces
D. Walking on uneven surfaces
11. When massaging the back of a large breastsed woman, where would you place the support?
A. Under the ankles and shoulders
B. Under the knees and hips
C. Under the head
D. Undert the shoulders and abdomen
12. When massaging the sbdomen where should you place the pillows for comfort?
A. Under the small of the back
B. Under the ankles
C. Under the shoulder blades
D. Under the knees
Thanks in advance.
Regards
chiufrances
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Just had a quick look, will try and answer some more
1. C. The Swedish Central Institute of Gymnastics
2. B. For treating circulation problems
11 D. Undert the shoulders and abdomen
12 A. Under the small of the back
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Dear Stargirl
Thanks and will wait for the balance answers.
Regards
chiufrances
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Hi Chiufrances
Thanks for posting these questions - I have my holistic massage exam next week and these are really useful. There are a lot I don't know the answers to - the ones about the muscle movements in particular - and I don't have the answers in any of my books. I found your questions at the end of someone else's post (not sure if that's where you put them or if they were moved there) and wonder whether it would be worth putting them in a new post to see if anyone else knows the answers as not many people have responded.
Good luck with your exams if you still have them to come!
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Hello Chiufrances
I had quite a number of these questions in my exams. Having checked the muscle questions in Chris Jarmey I think I got quite a few of them wrong in the exam ...
1. Royal Swedish Central Institute of Gymnastics (Louise Tucker Intro to Massage book)
2. "Nerve injury and rehabilitation" Louise Tucker again
3. Tension in biceps = Lifting heavy objects too quickly (Chris Jarmey Concise Book of Muscles)
4. Levator Scapulae = carrying heavy bag (Jarmey again)
5. Brushing hair = Infraspinatus (Jarmey)
6. Wasn't sure about this in the exam - not sure now either!
7. I would guess erector spinae because Jarmey links this one to "lifting without bending the knees"
8. Pectoralis major - rounds back and restricts expansion of chest (Jarmey yet again)
9. This is Transversus Abdominis - I think maybe you made a typo in your answer D??
10. Gastrocnemius = high heels - Jarmey
11. I agree that this would be D under shoulders and abdomen
12. Surely this depends on your client?!? But given those choices I would suggest the small of the back.
Hope this helps - and good luck with the exams!
Aldebaran
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Hi Aldebaran
Thank you for these answers!!!! Much appreciated.
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LOL - I wish! Glad to be of service 😉
Aldebaran
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By Allie
Hi Angel
Here's the sample test from the ITEC book:1. Contra-indications to holistic massage requiring medical approval include:
a. diabetes
b. bruising
c. sunburn
d. dermatitis2. Osteoporosis is a contra-indication to holistic massage and is caused by:
a. deposition of uric acid crystals within the joint capsules and cartilage
b. an auto immune disease that attacks the synovial fluid
c. calcium deficiency
d. excessive tension and subsequent bone deterioration3. A medical contra-indication to holistic massage means there is:
a. a reason to treat without permission
b. a reason not to treat unless permission has been gained
c. an agreement concerning a course of action
d. a disagreement concerning a course of action4. A client presents with a four-month-old post-operative scar on the lumbar area from a serious operation. Do you?
a. give her a back massage
b. give her a full holistic body massage
c. give her an holistic massage avoiding the operative scar
d. obtain a doctor’s written permission before proceeding5. A client presents for a full body holistic massage with varicose veins on both lower legs. Do you give a:
a. full body massage
b. full body massage omitting the lower legs
c. full body massage avoiding the whole of the legs
d. back massage only6. Acupressure is defined as:
a. find needles placed at particular points along energy channels of the body in order to unblock, increase or decrease energy flows
b. use of gentle massage on pain relieving pressure points along the energy channels in the toes
c. use of firm thumb or fingertip massage on pain relieving pressure points along energy channels of the body in order to unblock, increase or decrease energy flows
d. diagnosis of treatment of mechanical problems in the skeletal system7. Kinesiology is defined as:
a. manipulation of the joints of the body
b. using physical exercise, massage and the application of pressure to relieve physical pain and muscular tension
c. treating the body’s imbalances by testing the muscles and energy meridians
d. the use of finger or thumb pressure on points along the energy meridians to help relieve pain8. Swedish massage is a treatment involving:
a. the use of essential oils
b. the body, mind and spirit
c. massage of the whole body using talcum powder
d. gentle movements of the tissues to rebalance the body9. Bach flower remedies is a complementary therapy that uses:
a. infusions of plants with water and alcohol to treat emotional problems
b. minute doses of bacteria or substances that reflect the client’s physical condition
c. traditional methods of using plants and herbs
d. the insertion of find needles into the skin to help pain relief10. Homeopathy is defined as the use of:
a. vitamins and minerals
b. riboflavins
c. minute doses of bacteria or virus
d. oils11. Holistic massage can have the effect of encouraging:
a. inflexibility
b. restriction of oxygen uptake
c. stiffness
d. detoxification12. What is the concept of holistic massage?
a. a treatment which involves the massaging of the body excluding the hands and feet
b. a treatment involving the rubbing of talcum powder all over the body in a systematic way
c. a treatment involving the use of essential oils to cure any ailment
d. a treatment which involves the whole of the mind, body and spirit of the person13. In which country was Ayurvedic medicine found?
a. Greece
b. Japan
c. China
d. India14. The first recorded use of a massage was in which country?
a. Japan
b. India
c. Greece
d. China15. By relaxing the mind with holistic massage you are also:
a. improving circulation
b. relieving stiff joints
c. increasing tension
d. reducing anxiety16. The effects of holistic massage on the lymphatic system include to:
a. relax
b. warm
c. drain
d. soothe17. The physiological effects of kneading include to:
a. prepare the body for massage
b. decrease joint mobility
c. prevent fatigue by removing lactic acid
d. decrease circulation18. The effects of holistic massage on the respiratory system include to:
a. tone the abdominal muscles
b. remove lactic acid
c. aid peristalsis
d. relax the abdominal muscles19. What effect would kneading on the tibialis anterior have?
a. aid in the removal of lactic acid
b. increase heart rate
c. aid peristaltic action
d. increase inhalation20. Hacking is primarily used:
a. for deeper penetration
b. to relax the client
c. to improve muscle tone
d. for very tense clients21. The effect of holistic massage on the muscular system includes:
a. stimulation of the nerves
b. faster removal of oxygen
c. faster removal of hormones
d. improvement of flexibility22. What effect does holistic massage have on the urinary system?
a. encourages better waste disposal
b. improves flexibility
c. encourages peristalsis
d. reduces stiffness23. Which massage movement is the most beneficial for working around the patella?
a. kneading
b. vibrations
c. effleurage
d. frictions24. By improving the skin tone with holistic massage you are also:
a. increasing energy levels
b. causing fatigue
c. removing dead skin cells
d. relaxing the mind25. The effects of effleurage include to:
a. cause perspiration
b. bring waste products to the surface
c. relieve tension in muscles
d. lift the muscles26. Where would you drain to when breaking down toxins during your massage?
a. to the nearest major muscle
b. to the nearest endocrine gland
c. to the nearest joint
d. to the nearest lymph node27. The specific reason for using effleurage over the abdominal area is to aid:
a. desquamation
b. respiration
c. peristalsis
d. reproduction28. The effects of holistic massage on the skeletal system include to:
a. stimulate the bones
b. encourage peristalsis
c. reduce stiffness
d. encourage batter waste removal29. Petrissage is defined as a:
a. light tapping movement
b. stroking movement
c. compression movement
d. shaking movement30. By improving the circulation with holistic massage you are also:
a. encouraging more efficient delivery of nutrients
b. increasing stress
c. encouraging deeper breathing
d. increasing fatigue31. What would circular movements around the temple help to do?
a. desquamate
b. soothe
c. improve muscle tone
d. stimulate32. A healthy client presents with tension in the shoulders. For an holistic massage you would concentrate on:
a. vibrations on the lumbar region
b. petrissage across the trapezius
c. hacking across the rhomboids
d. cupping on the biceps33. During a holistic massage the most beneficial time to use vibrations would be:
a. at the beginning and end of the massage
b. on tight muscles
c. only on the face
d. on relaxed muscles34. A stressed but healthy client presents suffering from insomnia. What type of massage would you give?
a. stimulating
b. invigorating
c. relaxing
d. toning35. Tension in the muscles will present as:
a. soft and pliable
b. blanched area
c. very flexible
d. firm muscle with nodules present36. A healthy menopausal lady presents for an holistic massage, would you:
a. give a light body massage using only effleurage movements
b. give a general massage
c. give a deep massage with lots of hacking and cupping
d. request a doctor’s permission before proceeding37. A client presents for holistic massage with tension in her abdomen and quadriceps. The first action you would take is:
a. refer her to a doctor
b. massage the problem areas only
c. gibe her a full body massage
d. complete a consultation card38. During your massage for a stressed but healthy client with a tense abdomen you would concentrate on:
a. cupping on the abdominal area
b. petrissage on the trapezius
c. hacking on the abdominal area
d. deep effleurage over the abdominal area39. A client presents for holistic massage with stiff hands and fingers. The specific massage movements to relieve this symptom would be:
a. tapotement
b. vibrations
c. hacking
d. petrissage40. Which specific massage movement would you use on a client who is hyperactive?
a. vibrations
b. hacking
c. petrissage
d. effleurage41. The psychological effect felt by a mentally fatigued client after an holistic massage would be:
a. lack of energy
b. stiffness
c. renewed energy
d. increased circulation42. A healthy client presents with lower back pain. During your holistic massage you would concentrate on:
a. cupping in the gluteal region
b. hacking in the gluteal region
c. petrissage in the lumbar region
d. vibrations in the cervical region43. Which specific massage movement would most benefit a client with tension in the semimembranosus muscle:
a. hacking
b. vibrations
c. kneading
d. cupping44. A client with high blood pressure has a doctor’s permission to have an holistic massage. Would you give a:
a. light massage
b. general massage
c. invigorating massage
d. deep massage45. The effect holistic massage has on a stressed person include to:
a. stimulate the sympathetic nervous system
b. stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system
c. stimulate the respiratory system
d. decrease energy levels46. You would ensure your couch was a sterile as possible between clients by wiping down with:
a. a damp cloth
b. disinfectant
c. hot soapy water
d. antiseptic47. The importance of drinking water after an holistic massage treatment is to:
a. flush out toxins
b. induce perspiration
c. cool the body
d. clear the sinuses48. The correct towel management technique to be used for an holistic massage is to:
a. cover the client with the towels and only uncover the area being worked on at any one time
b. use towels to cover the couch only
c. cover the client with towels and work over the towel
d. only cover the area being worked on49. What is the most appropriate client care during an holistic massage?
a. to tell the client the procedure is the same for each client
b. to only explain the procedure to the client if he/she asks you
c. it is not necessary to explain the procedure to the client
d. to explain how the massage procedure will be adapted to suit the individual needs50. What procedure would you follow if your client reacted to the massage medium you were using?
a. continue the treatment
b. stop the treatment and place a cool damp cloth over the area
c. stop the treatment and wipe the area with surgical spirit
d. strop the treatment and put some heat on the areaAnswers:
1. A 2. C 3. B 4. D 5. B
6. C 7. C 8. C 9. A 10. C
11. D 12. D 13. D 14. D 15. D
16. C 17. C 18. D 19. A 20. C
21. D 22. A 23. D 24. C 25. C
26. D 27. C 28. C 29. C 30. A
31. B 32. B 33. B 34. C 35. D
36. B 37. D 38. D 39. D 40. D
41. C 42. C 43. C 44. A 45. B
46. B 47. A 48. A 49. D 50. BHope it helps
Allie
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