Massage Therapist Practice Exam Notes

Anatomy and Physiology

Cervical Pain Location

• Question: A client presents with cervical pain. Where is the pain located?

• Options:

  • a. Mid-back region

  • b. Hip region

  • c. Head region

  • d. Neck region

• Correct Answer: d. Neck region

• Explanation: Cervical refers to the neck region of the spine. Therefore, cervical pain is located in the neck.

Arm Abduction

• Question: A client is asked to abduct her arms. Which of the following accurately describes her arm movement?

• Options:

  • a. She moves her arms away from her trunk.

  • b. She moves her arms toward her trunk.

  • c. She rotates her arms at the wrists while holding them toward her feet.

  • d. She crosses her arms over her abdomen.

• Correct Answer: a. She moves her arms away from her trunk.

• Explanation: Abduction is the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

Root Word "lapar/o"

• Question: The root word lapar/o means:

• Options:

  • a. Chest

  • b. Skull

  • c. Abdomen

  • d. Neck

• Correct Answer: c. Abdomen

• Explanation: The root word lapar/o refers to the abdomen. This root is commonly used in medical terminology related to abdominal procedures or conditions.

Arthroplasty Definition

• Question: What is an arthroplasty?

• Options:

  • a. A replacement of a joint

  • b. The removal of a joint

  • c. Joint movement

  • d. The replacement of skin tissue

• Correct Answer: a. A replacement of a joint

• Explanation: Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to replace a joint. It is often performed to relieve pain and restore function in a joint damaged by arthritis or injury.