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Chapter 3
Tools of the Trade
Study Guide
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1. What is the primary advantage of having and using portable massage tables?
Convenience and relative ease of transport 2. What is an advantage of purchasing massage equipment from reputable, well-established manufacturers?
Their equipment tends to hold its value longer and bring higher resale price 3. What agency determines the standard for massage table and chair manufacturers to use when deter-mining weight ratings?
None, there is no national standard 4. What best describes the ability of table foam pads to return to their original height after being com-pressed?
Memory 5. What fabrics is most often used on high-quality massage tables?
Polyurethane 6. What products should be avoided when cleaning table fabrics because they may degrade the fabrics?
Citrus oil-based products/ alcohols 7. When should massage table fabrics be disinfected?
Only disinfect when need be and when it comes into contact with unidentifiable substances and body fluids. 8. What is the recommended solution ratio of household bleach to water used to disinfect contaminated massage table fabric?
1:10
9. What best describes a massage table accessory that allows a client’s neck to remain relatively straight while the client lies prone or face-down?
Face rest
10. What is a massage table accessory used while the client is lying supine, or face-up?
Knee bolster 11. What conditions are decreased by placing a bolster behind the client’s knees while he or she is lying supine?
Lordosis 12. What types of massage linens are recommended for visually impaired clients?
Contrasting colored top and bottom sheets 13. What type of material should be avoided as a table drape or as a drape over accessories such as bolsters because it can leave the skin pitted from compression?
Terrycloth 14. What should be added to wash water and laundry detergent when linens become contaminated?
Household bleach 15. What is the primary purpose for using massage lubricants?
To reduce friction 16. What should be avoided because it can clog pores and deplete skin nutrients and because it may be carcinogenic?
Mineral oil 17. From what are butters derived?
Fruits, grains, and minerals
18. What are the most common butters used in massage lubricants?
Cocoa, jojoba, shea
19. From what are oils and gels usually derived?
Vegetables, nuts, and seeds
20. What massage lubricants should be avoided if your client has a latex allergy?
Shea butter
21. What best describes a product that has undergone lengthy testing during which the majority of test subjects did not experience allergic reactions?
Hypoallergenic
22. What products is thought to mimic the hormone estrogen, which may play a role in breast cancer development?
Parabens 23. What of the following best describes the transfer of harmful microorganisms from one source
to an-other by unclean containers or products or during improperly performed procedures?
Cross-contamination
24. What is the best way to prevent cross-contamination of massage lubricant?
Container with a pump mechanism 25. 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?
18 months 26. What sources of light is ideal for a massage room?
Ambient 27. What is the most comfortable temperature range for a massage room?
68F-75F
28. What are considered “warm” colors?
Red, yellow, orange 29. What are considered “cool” colors?
Blue, violet, green 30. What best promotes a safe and accessible treatment facility?
Checking and tightening loose knobs on massage tables before each business day
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