Deck 2: Treatment Planning

Question 1

Which should the massage therapist avoid doing when interviewing a client?

A)Using both open-ended and closed-ended questions
B)Staying focused on what is being said
C)Indicating that a response is right, wrong, or interesting
D)Listening intently and signaling interest

Answer 1

Indicating that a response is right, wrong, or interesting

Question 2

The term for presence of a disease or physical condition that makes it impossible or undesirable to treat a particular client in the usual manner is:

A)assessment.
B)subacute.
C)contraindication.
D)diagnosis.

Answer 2

contraindication.

Question 3

Which is assessment through touching with purpose and intent?

A)Physical contact
B)Tactile stimulation
C)Palpation
D)Inspection

Answer 3

Palpation

Question 4

Internally rotated shoulders with head forward posture is an example of:

A)objective data.
B)subjective data.
C)palpation results.
D)morbidity.

Question 5

Which type of form is filled out by a health care provider to authorize massage therapy treatment?

A)Intake
B)Informed consent
C)Medical release
D)Referral

Question 6

Which should the massage therapist do when assessing a client's pain?

A)Determine the original cause because it is essential.
B)Ask the client questions using the acronym OPPQRST.
C)Accept only the terms mild, moderate, or severe to describe the quality of pain.
D)Ignore the use of analgesics and narcotics.

Question 7

Which term refers to data that is measurable and verifiable?

A)Subjective data
B)Informed consent
C)Objective data
D)Scope of practice

Question 8

If the client mentions an area of pain that was not part of the original treatment goal, the massage therapist should:

A)stick to the goals outlined in the original treatment plan.
B)tailor the session to the client's symptoms on that day.
C)suggest that it be revisited after the primary complaint is resolved.
D)tell the client that the new area of pain cannot be addressed in the allotted time.

Question 9

On an intake form, if the writing is the massage therapist's and not the client's, the massage therapist should:

A)use a different color pen.
B)write it in pencil so it can be erased.
C)place initials next to the entry.
D)highlight the information.

Question 10

Which should the massage therapist do if he or she wants to make recommendations for joint mobilizations, stretches, or strengthening exercises?

A)Demonstrate the activity and ask the client to mirror it to be sure it is performed correctly.
B)Have the client sign a release stating that he or she understands the activity.
C)Understand that making suggestions about these activities is outside scope of practice.
D)Have the client perform the activity only if it is approved by a health care provider.

Question 11

In general, the initial period of treatment consists of:

A)sessions only once per month to avoid overtreating.
B)frequent sessions that taper off as symptoms subside.
C)daily sessions until the client is ready to be released.
D)frequent sessions for as long as the client is willing.

Question 12

What process involves evaluating a client's condition based on subjective reporting and objective findings?

A)Countertransference
B)Progress report
C)Documentation
D)Assessment

Question 13

If the initial treatment plan is unsuccessful, the massage therapist should:

A)reevaluate the techniques being used and revise them as needed.
B)refer the client to the massage therapists health care provider.
C)suggest another approach, such as chiropractic or acupuncture.
D)refer the client to a massage therapist with advanced training.

Question 14

Which situation is an absolute contraindication for massage?

A)The condition is the result of an injury that occurred 4 days prior.
B)The client has a fever.
C)An abnormal lump was noted on the right posterior wrist.
D)The left great toe is inflamed.

Question 15

Which term refers to information learned from the client?

A)Informed consent
B)Subjective data
C)Palpation assessment
D)Objective data

Question 16

Ruling out conditions for which massage may have harmful effects is essential because it:

A)may help the massage therapist schedule other clients.
B)requires communication with the client's health care provider.
C)is the duty and obligation of the massage therapist.
D)determines the fee structure of the sessions.

Question 17

When performing the treatment plan, the massage therapist should:

A)follow it to the letter, even if the client's goals change.
B)realize 50% improvement in function is insufficient.
C)accomplish complete freedom from pain for the client.
D)realize 100% function and pain relief may be unachievable.

Question 18

Which question is considered open-ended?

A)"On a scale from 1 to 5, what is your level of pain today?"
B)"Does your shoulder still hurt?"
C)"Did you feel any pain in the area that was treated in the last session?"
D)"What can you tell me about your pain level today?"

Question 19

Which part of the massage session is based on the client's health history, the interview, and other assessments?

A)Intake form
B)Treatment plan
C)Informed consent
D)Referral form

Question 20

Because lubricant sensitivity cannot always be predetermined, the massage therapist should have:

A)talcum powder available.
B)gloves available.
C)the option of using a hypoallergenic lubricant.
D)the ability to massage the fully clothed client.

Question 21

Which guideline is part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

A)Assign passwords to those who access electronic client files.
B)Obtain verbal permission from clients to send them marketing materials.
C)Store client files in an unlocked cabinet.
D)Obtain verbal consent from each client prior to treatment.