Reflexology is the application of appropriate pressure to specific points. TRUE OR FALSE?
TRUE
100
What year was the beginning of discussions in print about the connection of life force and points and areas on the feet?
1000 BC
100
Which body system does Reflexology primarily work in?
a) Circulatory System
b) Nervous System
c) Respiratory System
d) Endocrine System
B) Nervous System
200
Name two areas of the body that you can apply appropriate pressure on.
Feet, Hands, Ears
200
Reflexology is thought to be passed down by
a) Oral tradition
b) Email
c) TV broadcast
d) Body language
A) oral tradition
200
You need to have a specific license or certification to practice reflexology as a nurse. TRUE OR FALSE
FALSE
300
How does reflexology work in the nervous system?
The nervous system is stimulated to increase the body’s healing toward an injured area by releasing toxins causing the harm.
300
William Fitzgerald, MD noted that there was a decrease in post-operative pain when pressure was applied
a) to the stomach
b) to the head
c) to the hands and feet
d) nose
C ) to the hands and feet
300
Name one way you that you can teach a patient to help improve their general level of well being.
-Hold appropriate finger on either hand
-Imagine negativity disappearing
-Imagine physical symptoms easing
400
Reflexology may a) Increase anxiety b) Complement cancer treatment c) Improve headaches d) Cure infections e) Enhance overall being
SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
B, C, E
400
Who was the founder of modern reflexology in the West?
a) William Fitzgerald
b) Eunice Ingham
c) Shelby Riley
d) Paul Nogier
B) Eunice Ingham
400
When should you avoid Reflexology? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
a) Acute or infectious illness
b) Cancer
c) Pacemaker precautions
d) Gallstones or kidney stones
e) Pregnant