Question 1

Which term means the transfer of harmful microorganisms from one source to another?

Accepted Answer

A)  Infection control 
B)  Cross-contamination 
C)  Universal precautions 
D)  Single-usage 
A)  Infection control 
B)  Cross-contamination 
C)  Universal precautions 
D)  Single-usage B

Question 2

How often are sheets and accessory covers used before needing to be laundered?

Accepted Answer

A)  Once 
B)  Twice 
C)  For a week 
D)  Until they smell rancid 
A)  Once 
B)  Twice 
C)  For a week 
D)  Until they smell rancid A

Question 3

Which type of product is thought to mimic the hormone estrogen, which may play a role in breast cancer development?

Accepted Answer

A)  Parabens 
B)  Eucalyptus 
C)  Mineral oils 
D)  Alcohol 
A)  Parabens 
B)  Eucalyptus 
C)  Mineral oils 
D)  Alcohol A

Question 4

Which factor is part of a massage therapist's professional appearance?

Accepted Answer

A)  Clean hair that hangs around the face 
B)  Nails that are trimmed once a month 
C)  Wearing unscented personal hygiene products 
D)  Explaining to clients the meaning of personal tattoos 
A)  Clean hair that hangs around the face 
B)  Nails that are trimmed once a month 
C)  Wearing unscented personal hygiene products 
D)  Explaining to clients the meaning of personal tattoos

Question 5

How wide are most massage tables?

Accepted Answer

A)  25-27 inches 
B)  28-30 inches 
C)  30-31 inches 
D)  33-34 inches 
A)  25-27 inches 
B)  28-30 inches 
C)  30-31 inches 
D)  33-34 inches

Question 6

Which fabric is most often used on high-quality massage tables?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cordura 
B)  Polyvinyl 
C)  Gore-Tex 
D)  Polyurethane 
A)  Cordura 
B)  Polyvinyl 
C)  Gore-Tex 
D)  Polyurethane

Question 7

Which feature is an advantage of portable massage tables?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thickness of padding on 
B)  Relative ease of transport 
C)  Strength of frame material 
D)  Available accessories to use 
A)  Thickness of padding on 
B)  Relative ease of transport 
C)  Strength of frame material 
D)  Available accessories to use

Question 8

When should chlorine bleach be used on the massage table?

Accepted Answer

A)  At the beginning of a three-month calendar period 
B)  When table linens are thrown away and replaced with new ones 
C)  When the table needs to be disinfected 
D)  Before the start of each workday and before each massage therapy session 
A)  At the beginning of a three-month calendar period 
B)  When table linens are thrown away and replaced with new ones 
C)  When the table needs to be disinfected 
D)  Before the start of each workday and before each massage therapy session

Question 9

Which method is the most effective way to prevent cross-contamination of a thin massage lubricant?

Accepted Answer

A)  An open jar used for multiple clients 
B)  A container with a pump mechanism 
C)  An open jar that sits in a massage holster 
D)  A container on the floor near the client 
A)  An open jar used for multiple clients 
B)  A container with a pump mechanism 
C)  An open jar that sits in a massage holster 
D)  A container on the floor near the client

Question 10

What type of material should be avoided as a drape the client is positioned over because it can leave compression marks on the skin?

Accepted Answer

A)  Flannel 
B)  Cotton 
C)  Polyester 
D)  Terrycloth 
A)  Flannel 
B)  Cotton 
C)  Polyester 
D)  Terrycloth

Question 11

From what are butters derived?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fruits, grains, and minerals 
B)  Petroleum-based products 
C)  Vegetables, nuts, and seeds 
D)  Extracts of medicinal herbs 
A)  Fruits, grains, and minerals 
B)  Petroleum-based products 
C)  Vegetables, nuts, and seeds 
D)  Extracts of medicinal herbs

Question 12

A knee bolster increases client comfort by decreasing which condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lower back strain 
B)  Abdominal distention 
C)  Cervical extension 
D)  Pectoral strain 
A)  Lower back strain 
B)  Abdominal distention 
C)  Cervical extension 
D)  Pectoral strain

Question 13

Which massage table accessory is used while the client is lying supine?

Accepted Answer

A)  Face rest 
B)  Arm shelf 
C)  Knee bolster 
D)  Ankle bolster 
A)  Face rest 
B)  Arm shelf 
C)  Knee bolster 
D)  Ankle bolster

Question 14

Which massage table accessory allows a client's neck to remain relatively straight while the client lies prone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Face rest 
B)  Arm shelf 
C)  Cervical pillow 
D)  Covered bolster 
A)  Face rest 
B)  Arm shelf 
C)  Cervical pillow 
D)  Covered bolster

Question 15

How long can massage lubricant remain blended and unrancid after being purchased if it is stored in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 month 
B)  6 months 
C)  18 months 
D)  36 months 
A)  1 month 
B)  6 months 
C)  18 months 
D)  36 months

Question 16

Which substance should be avoided because it can clog pores and may be carcinogenic?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aloe vera 
B)  Cornstarch 
C)  Mineral oil 
D)  Cocoa butter 
A)  Aloe vera 
B)  Cornstarch 
C)  Mineral oil 
D)  Cocoa butter

Question 17

Which type of product should be used if the massage therapist is unsure which is the safest for the client?

Accepted Answer

A)  Coconut oil 
B)  Shea butter 
C)  Scented 
D)  Hypoallergenic 
A)  Coconut oil 
B)  Shea butter 
C)  Scented 
D)  Hypoallergenic

Question 18

Which temperature range is the most comfortable range for a massage room?

Accepted Answer

A)  57$\degree$ to 60$\degree$ F 
B)  65$\degree$ to 70$\degree$ F 
C)  68$\degree$ to 76$\degree$ F 
D)  80$\degree$ to 86$\degree$ F 
A)  57$\degree$ to 60$\degree$ F 
B)  65$\degree$ to 70$\degree$ F 
C)  68$\degree$ to 76$\degree$ F 
D)  80$\degree$ to 86$\degree$ F

Question 19

Which reason is an advantage of purchasing massage equipment from reputable, well-established manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Customer service is consistent among all massage manufacturers 
B)  Massage table and massage chair warranties a less than one year 
C)  Most manufacturers avoid offering a trial period for purchases 
D)  Their equipment tends to hold its value and bring a higher resale price 
A)  Customer service is consistent among all massage manufacturers 
B)  Massage table and massage chair warranties a less than one year 
C)  Most manufacturers avoid offering a trial period for purchases 
D)  Their equipment tends to hold its value and bring a higher resale price

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of using massage lubricants?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reduce friction 
B)  Hydrate the skin 
C)  Test for skin allergies 
D)  Increase client relaxation 
A)  Reduce friction 
B)  Hydrate the skin 
C)  Test for skin allergies 
D)  Increase client relaxation

Exam 3: Tools of the Trade: Massage Tables, Table Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, and the Treatment Room

Which term means the transfer of harmful microorganisms from one source to another?

How often are sheets and accessory covers used before needing to be laundered?

Which type of product is thought to mimic the hormone estrogen, which may play a role in breast cancer development?

Which factor is part of a massage therapist's professional appearance?

How wide are most massage tables?

Which fabric is most often used on high-quality massage tables?

Which feature is an advantage of portable massage tables?

When should chlorine bleach be used on the massage table?

Which method is the most effective way to prevent cross-contamination of a thin massage lubricant?

What type of material should be avoided as a drape the client is positioned over because it can leave compression marks on the skin?

From what are butters derived?

A knee bolster increases client comfort by decreasing which condition?

Which massage table accessory is used while the client is lying supine?

Which massage table accessory allows a client's neck to remain relatively straight while the client lies prone?

How long can massage lubricant remain blended and unrancid after being purchased if it is stored in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight?

Which substance should be avoided because it can clog pores and may be carcinogenic?

Which type of product should be used if the massage therapist is unsure which is the safest for the client?

Which temperature range is the most comfortable range for a massage room?

Which reason is an advantage of purchasing massage equipment from reputable, well-established manufacturers?

What is the primary purpose of using massage lubricants?

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