Foundations of Therapeutic Modalities Practice Quiz

In the visible light spectrum, what are the characteristics of red when compared to violet? (check all that apply).

Low Energy, Low Frequency, Long Wavelengths

The application of therapeutic modalities results in an accelerated healing process.

False

The following is an example of thermal energy transfer by conduction:

Hot Pack

____________ energy modalities produce the greatest therapeutic penetration to deep tissues because it moves easily through homogeneous tissue.

Sound/Acoustic

Therapeutic modalities are the most important component of the injury treatment program.

False

The ______________ principle/law states that each time the distance from the energy source is doubles, the intensity of the energy decreases by a factor of __________. (check the two that apply)

4; Inverse Square Law

________ states that no changes or reactions can occur in the tissues unless the amount of energy absorbed is sufficient to stimulate the absorbing tissues.

Arndt-Schultz Principle

The _____________ states, the smaller the angle between the propagating ray and the right angle, the less energy that is reflected and the more energy that is absorbed.

Cosine Law

Which of the following types of energy transfer uses photons as an energy carrier?

Electromagnetic

Skin tends to be a very reflective surface.

True