A&P
This type of muscle tissue is found in internal organs and is involuntary
What is smooth muscle
This type of joint allows movement in one plane, like the elbow.
What is a hinge joint?
This condition involves inflammation of a tendon, often caused by overuse.
What is tendinitis?
This principle requires therapists to keep client information private.
What is confidentiality/HIPAA
This suffix means “pain."
What is -algia
These are the tiny air sacs in the lungs are where gas exchange occurs.
What are alveoli?
This muscle is the primary mover for elbow flexion
What is the biceps brachii?
This condition involves decreased bone density and increased fracture risk.
What is osteoporosis?
This principle means “do no harm.”
What is nonmaleficence
This prefix means “below” or “under.”
What is sub-
This division of the nervous system controls involuntary actions like heart rate and digestion.
What is the autonomic nervous system
This muscle action occurs when the muscle shortens while producing force
What is a concentric contraction?
This condition is caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist.
What is carpal tunnel syndrome
This law requires reporting suspected neglect or abuse in certain cases.
What is mandatory reporting
This term means “difficulty breathing.”
What is dyspnea
This valve prevents backflow of blood between the left atrium and left ventricle.
What is the mitral (bicuspid) valve
This stabilizing muscle lies deep in the abdomen and supports posture.
What is the transverse abdominis?
This infection causes inflammation of the liver.
What is hepatitis?
This occurs when a client depends emotionally on a therapist.
What is transference
This term refers to a slow/slowing of the heart rate.
What is bradycardia
This structure connects the two hemispheres of the brain.
What is the corpus callosum?
This muscle assists in both flexion of the hip and extension of the knee.
What is the rectus femoris
This condition involves degeneration of joint cartilage.
What is osteoarthritis
This principle requires honesty in advertising massage services and credentials.
What is veracity
This suffix means “surgical repair.”
What is -plasty