PMC Positioning & Draping Techniques 2

Question 1

When a pregnant client is positioned in the lateral recumbent (side-lying) position, which body part should be supported with a pillow FIRST to maintain spinal alignment?

Accepted Answer

The top knee and hip

Answer

Supporting the top knee and hip with a pillow prevents the pelvis from rotating forward and maintains neutral spinal alignment.

Question 2

A client at 30 weeks gestation reports dizziness and nausea after being repositioned to a semi-reclined position. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Supine hypotensive syndrome from partial aortic compression

Answer

Even a semi-reclined position can compress the aorta and inferior vena cava in late pregnancy, reducing cardiac output and causing supine hypotensive syndrome.

Question 3

Which draping material is generally LEAST appropriate for prenatal massage clients who frequently experience temperature sensitivity?

Accepted Answer

Polyester microfiber sheets

Answer

Polyester microfiber is less breathable and can trap heat, making it uncomfortable for clients experiencing pregnancy-related heat sensitivity.

Question 4

During a side-lying massage, the therapist wants to work on the client's upper trapezius. What draping adjustment is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Fold the sheet down to expose only the shoulder and upper back while keeping the rest covered

Answer

Folding the sheet to expose only the targeted area maintains modesty while providing the therapist adequate access to the upper trapezius.

Question 5

What is the primary reason prenatal bolster systems use an open center or cutout design for the abdominal area?

Accepted Answer

To allow the abdomen to hang freely without compression

Answer

The cutout design suspends the abdomen in free space, eliminating any direct pressure on the uterus while allowing a prone-like position.

(PMC) Prenatal Massage Certification Practice Test

(PMC) Prenatal Massage Certification Practice Test

PMC Positioning & Draping Techniques 2