NCBTMB Client Assessment and Treatment 2

Question 1

During a postural assessment, a client displays elevated right shoulder and a lowered left hip. This pattern most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

Scoliosis

Answer

Lordosis

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Kyphosis

Answer

Flat back

Question 2

A client reports pain that worsens with activity and improves with rest. This pain pattern is most characteristic of:

Accepted Answer

Mechanical pain

Answer

Neuropathic pain

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Visceral pain

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Referred pain

Question 3

Which assessment technique involves the therapist passively moving the client's joint to evaluate end-feel and range of motion?

Accepted Answer

Passive range of motion

Answer

Active range of motion

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Resisted range of motion

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Functional range of motion

Question 4

A client discloses they are taking anticoagulant medication. Which massage technique should be avoided or used with extreme caution?

Accepted Answer

Deep friction massage

Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Petrissage

Answer

Passive stretching

Question 5

What does the acronym SOAP stand for in clinical massage documentation?

Accepted Answer

Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan

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Situation, Observation, Action, Progress

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Subjective, Observation, Analysis, Procedure

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Symptoms, Outcomes, Approach, Protocol

Question 6

A client presents with edema in the lower extremities following a long flight. Before proceeding, the therapist should most importantly:

Accepted Answer

Ask if the client has a history of deep vein thrombosis

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Apply deep petrissage to reduce swelling

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Elevate the legs and begin effleurage immediately

Answer

Refer to a lymphatic drainage specialist only

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a local contraindication for massage?

Accepted Answer

Active herpes outbreak on the lower back

Answer

Uncontrolled hypertension

Answer

Fever above 100°F

Answer

Recent myocardial infarction