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  1. Which acupressure point is most commonly cited as contraindicated during pregnancy because of its labor-inducing potential?

    Answer: Both LI4 and GB21

    Both LI4 (located in the hand web space) and GB21 (top of the shoulder) are traditionally avoided due to potential uterine stimulation.

  2. A client at 10 weeks gestation is requesting deep abdominal massage. The therapist should:

    Answer: Decline abdominal work entirely in the first trimester

    Deep abdominal massage is contraindicated throughout pregnancy, and many protocols advise avoiding the abdomen entirely in the first trimester.

  3. What is the primary reason practitioners avoid prone positioning after the first trimester?

    Answer: Compression of the uterus and reduced fetal blood flow

    Prone positioning compresses the gravid uterus, potentially reducing blood flow to the placenta and harming the fetus.

  4. When documenting informed consent for a prenatal massage client, which element is MOST critical to include?

    Answer: Acknowledgment of massage contraindications and risks specific to pregnancy

    Informed consent must document that the client understands pregnancy-specific contraindications and risks before proceeding.

  5. Which of the following best describes 'supine hypotensive syndrome' in a pregnant client?

    Answer: Drop in blood pressure caused by uterine compression of the vena cava when supine

    Supine hypotensive syndrome occurs when the gravid uterus compresses the inferior vena cava, reducing venous return and lowering blood pressure.

  6. Which trimester carries the highest risk of miscarriage, requiring therapists to exercise maximum caution and often obtain physician clearance?

    Answer: First trimester (weeks 1–13)

    The first trimester has the highest miscarriage rate, which is why many therapists require physician clearance before working with clients in this period.

  7. Essential oils should be used with special caution in prenatal massage because some are:

    Answer: Emmenagogues that may stimulate uterine contractions

    Emmenagogue essential oils (e.g., clary sage, jasmine, rose) can stimulate uterine contractions and are contraindicated during pregnancy.