Safety, Contraindications & Precautions Flashcards
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Which condition is an ABSOLUTE contraindication to infant massage?
Answer: Active fever above 100.4°F (38°C)
Active fever is an absolute contraindication because massage increases circulation and can raise body temperature further, worsening the child's condition.
A child with a diagnosed bleeding disorder such as hemophilia should receive massage only:
Answer: With physician clearance and extremely light pressure
Children with bleeding disorders require physician clearance and only the lightest, most superficial techniques to prevent internal bleeding or bruising.
Massage over a healing fracture site is contraindicated until:
Answer: The bone is fully healed and physician clearance is obtained
Direct massage over a fracture site is contraindicated until the bone is fully healed and a physician gives clearance to avoid disrupting healing callus.
Which skin condition requires a therapist to AVOID the affected area but does NOT contraindicate massage of other body regions?
Answer: Localized impetigo
Localized impetigo requires avoidance of the infected skin area, but massage of unaffected areas is permissible with appropriate hygiene precautions.
Infant massage is contraindicated within how many hours of a vaccination injection at the injection site?
Answer: 24 hours
Massage should be avoided at the vaccination injection site for at least 24 hours to prevent increased inflammation and potential vaccine dispersal.
A child with uncontrolled epilepsy presents for massage. The therapist should:
Answer: Obtain physician clearance and have a seizure response plan in place
Children with uncontrolled epilepsy require physician clearance and a documented emergency seizure response plan before any massage session.