PMC Trimester-Specific Protocols 2

Question 1

During the second trimester, which position is generally considered safest for prone massage?

Accepted Answer

Prone with a specially designed pregnancy bolster cutout

Answer

A pregnancy bolster with an abdominal cutout allows second-trimester clients to lie prone safely without compressing the uterus.

Question 2

Which of the following symptoms, if reported by a first-trimester client, is a contraindication requiring immediate physician clearance before massage?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal bleeding or spotting

Answer

Vaginal bleeding in any trimester is a red flag that requires medical evaluation before massage can safely proceed.

Question 3

Why is deep abdominal massage contraindicated throughout all trimesters of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

It risks direct pressure on the uterus and developing fetus

Answer

Deep abdominal work can apply harmful direct pressure to the uterus and fetus, making it contraindicated throughout pregnancy.

Question 4

When working with a second-trimester client in left lateral recumbent position, what is the primary benefit of this positioning?

Accepted Answer

It prevents supine hypotensive syndrome by relieving aortic compression

Answer

Left lateral recumbent positioning relieves compression of the inferior vena cava and aorta, preventing supine hypotensive syndrome.

Question 5

A third-trimester client reports sharp, shooting groin pain when turning over on the table. Which structure is most likely responsible?

Accepted Answer

Round ligament

Answer

Round ligament pain is common in the third trimester and is triggered by sudden movements that stretch this ligament.

(PMC) Prenatal Massage Certification Practice Test

(PMC) Prenatal Massage Certification Practice Test

PMC Trimester-Specific Protocols 2