PMC Safety Rules 2

Question 1

Which of the following is considered an absolute contraindication for prenatal massage during any trimester?

Accepted Answer

Placenta previa

Answer

Placenta previa is an absolute contraindication because massage could trigger hemorrhage or premature labor.

Question 2

When a pregnant client arrives and reports sudden severe headache and visual disturbances, what is the appropriate therapist response?

Accepted Answer

Discontinue session and refer to emergency care immediately

Answer

Sudden severe headache with visual changes are warning signs of preeclampsia requiring immediate emergency referral.

Question 3

How should a therapist position a client who is 28 weeks pregnant and reports dizziness when lying supine?

Accepted Answer

Place a wedge under the right hip to tilt left

Answer

Left lateral tilt with a wedge under the right hip relieves aortocaval compression and prevents supine hypotensive syndrome.

Question 4

Which lymphatic area must be avoided during deep tissue massage in pregnancy due to risk of dislodging blood clots?

Accepted Answer

Inner thigh and popliteal fossa

Answer

The inner thigh and popliteal fossa carry increased DVT risk in pregnancy; deep work there could dislodge a thrombus.

Question 5

A prenatal massage therapist notices significant pitting edema in both ankles accompanied by protein in urine (as reported by client). The correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Postpone session and advise client to contact her OB immediately

Answer

Pitting edema with proteinuria is a sign of preeclampsia; the session must be postponed and the client referred to her OB urgently.

(PMC) Prenatal Massage Certification Practice Test

(PMC) Prenatal Massage Certification Practice Test

PMC Safety Rules 2