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Question 1

Which best describes mitosis?

ACell division

BCell death

CMuscle infection

DInflammation

Answer : A

Mitosis is part process of cellular division in which a cell replicates its chromosomes and nucleus and divides them evenly into an identical cell.

Question 2

Which two tendons comprise the anatomical snuff box?

AExtensor pollicus lonqus and extensor pollicus brevis

BExtensor carpi ulnaris and flexor digitorum lonqus

CExtensor diqiti minimi and flexor carpia radial

DExtensor digitorum and extensor retinaculum

Answer : A

The term anatomical snuff box or rather, ''snuff box'' was coined by using the space between the tendons of the extensor pollicus longus and the extensor pollicus brevis (and the abductor pollicus longus) as a place to hold snuff tobacco.

Question 3

A client calls a massage therapist to purchase a gift certificate for his wife who happens to be a regular client as well. The husband has a tendency to be chatty during his massage sessions. This occasion is no different than usual and he asks how his wife is doing with her massage therapy. Which of the following is the best response?

AEnd the conversation abruptly

BSuggest that the client talk to his wife directly

CShare some but not

DGo into detail about the client's wife

Answer : B

Speaking about a client to another client, a client's friend, or even the client's family member is a violation of confidentiality. However, we do not need to be rude to maintain our professionalism. Simply suggesting that your client speak to his wife is a perfectly acceptable response.

Question 4

What is known as the ''molecular unit of currency ''?

AActin

BATP

CT cells

DGamma qlobulins

Answer : B

The ''molecular unit of currency'' is often used to describe the importance of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) to cellular functions within the body.

Question 5

A protrusion of the intestine thru the inguinal canal is referred to as ____________.

Adiverticulum

Bexophthalmos

Chernia

Dbulqaria

Answer : C

A hernia occurs when an organ, or the surrounding fascial tissue of the organ, protrudes through the wall or membrane that contains it. Hernias can occur at various points within the body and are often named by their location. This question deals with an inguinal hernia. Hernias are classified as either reducible hernias or irreducible hernias. Reducible hernias can be manually reversed by applying direct pressure whereas irreducible hernias need surgery to reverse the condition.

Question 6

Which is the correct order of anatomical organization in the human body, from the most basic to the more complex?

ACell, organ, tissue

BCell, tissue, organ

CTissue, cell, organ

DOrgan, cell, tissue

Answer : B

The cell is the basic building block of all living things. Cells are organized into tissues having specialized properties and functions. Tissues are further organized into organs (and organ systems).

Question 7

A regular client who has been going thru a divorce has begun to share emotional details about their experience. They are staying later after their treatment and now routinely show up late for their appointment. They state they are having a difficult time and really need a friend. What can be said about the relationship between the client and therapist?

AThe client is still learning how to be responsible.

BEverything is okay. The client will eventually recover.

CThe client is testing the boundaries of the therapeutic relationship.

DThe client is experiencing a tough time and is allowed special treatment.

Answer : C

A client who routinely presses the structure of the practice, like in this case, is testing the boundaries on what is acceptable. Regardless of a client's situation, it is the therapist's responsibility to set appropriate boundaries to ensure all participants feel safe and comfortable within the therapeutic environment.

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