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Which of the following is a primary benefit of massage therapy?
A. Increased blood pressure
B. Decreased circulation
C. Muscle relaxation
D. Increased inflammation
C. Muscle Relaxation
Which client should avoid massage on the lower extremities?
A. Client with varicose veins
B. Client with anxiety
C. Client with muscle cramps
D. Client with osteoarthritis
A. Client with varicose veins
Which of the following is a contraindication for massage therapy?
A. Hypertension
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. Open wounds
D. Muscle tension
C. Open Wounds
Which massage technique involves long, gliding strokes and is often used at the beginning and end of a session?
A. Petrissage
B. Tapotement
C. Effleurage
D. Friction
C. Effleurage
What is the LPN’s role in massage therapy?
A. Diagnose pain sources
B. Prescribe massage therapy
C. Assess patient tolerance
D. Perform deep tissue massage
C. Assess patient tolerance
Which client would most likely benefit from massage therapy?
A. A client with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
B. A client experiencing chronic back pain
C. A client with a recent fracture
D. A client with cellulitis
B. A client experiencing chronic back pain
Which condition requires caution during massage therapy due to risk of bleeding?
A. Anemia
B. Leukemia
C. Thrombocytopenia
D. Hypertension
C. Thrombocytopenia
Which of the following should the LPN assess before a client receives massage therapy?
A. Sleep schedule
B. Skin integrity
C. Body temperature
D. Respiratory rate
B. Skin Integrity
Which massage method uses kneading to increase circulation and muscle tone?
A. Friction
B. Tapotement
C. Petrissage
D. Effleurage
C. Petrissage
During a massage session, the client reports dizziness. What is the LPN’s immediate action?
A. Encourage the client to continue
B. Document the client’s response and finish the session
C. Help the client to a lying position and monitor vitals
D. Apply heat packs
C. Help the client to a lying position and monitor vitals
Massage therapy can help manage which of the following symptoms in cancer patients?
A. Tumor size
B. Metastasis
C. Nausea and fatigue
D. White blood cell count
C. Nausea and fatigue
The nurse should avoid deep tissue massage in which condition?
A. Chronic fatigue
B. Recent surgery
C. Fibromyalgia
D. Muscle stiffness
B. Recent surgery
Before initiating massage therapy, which client condition would require the LPN to notify the nurse or provider before proceeding?
A. Mild muscle soreness
B. History of anxiety
C. Presence of a red, warm, swollen area on the leg
D. Reported fatigue
C. Presence of a red, warm, swollen area on the leg
Which massage technique involves rhythmic tapping or percussion to stimulate circulation?
A. Friction
B. Tapotement
C. Effleurage
D. Compression
B. Tapotement
An LPN is caring for a patient receiving palliative care. Why might massage therapy be beneficial?
A. To treat infection
B. To improve appetite
C. To promote comfort
D. To stimulate immunity
C. To promote comfort
A client reports anxiety and insomnia. Massage therapy is recommended. What is the primary purpose in this case?
A. Pain reduction
B. Increase muscle tone
C. Promote relaxation
D. Improve mobility
C. Promote relaxation
A client with a fever requests a massage. What is the appropriate nursing action?
A. Provide a gentle massage
B. Notify the healthcare provider
C. Delay until the fever subsides
D. Apply cold compresses after massage
C. Delay until the fever subsides
A client requests massage therapy for lower back pain. Which question should the LPN ask first?
A. “Do you have any allergies to massage oils?”
B. “Have you ever had massage therapy before?”
C. “Have you had any recent injuries or surgeries?”
D. “What type of pressure do you prefer?”
C. “Have you had any recent injuries or surgeries?
Which massage technique is best used to break down scar tissue and adhesions?
A. Effleurage
B. Petrissage
C. Friction
D. Tapotement
C. Friction
What is the primary role of the LPN when a client is scheduled for massage therapy?
A. Diagnose the client's musculoskeletal issues
B. Perform deep tissue massage
C. Monitor the client’s response and report concerns
D. Prescribe frequency of massage sessions
C. Monitor the client’s response and report concerns
Massage therapy can stimulate which part of the nervous system to promote relaxation?
A. Sympathetic nervous system
B. Central nervous system
C. Parasympathetic nervous system
D. Somatic nervous system
C. Parasympathetic Nervous System
Massage therapy should be avoided during which trimester of pregnancy without provider approval?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. All trimesters
A. First
During assessment before massage therapy, the LPN notes a client taking warfarin. What is the priority action?
A. Continue with deep tissue massage
B. Report the finding to the RN or provider
C. Instruct the client to stop the medication
D. Proceed with massage to the extremities only
B. Report the finding to the RN or provider
After massage therapy, a client reports mild soreness. What should the nurse recommend?
A. Cold compress
B. Bed rest
C. Pain medication
D. Warm bath
D. Warm bath
Before a massage therapy session, what is the nurse’s responsibility?
A. Perform the massage
B. Assess for contraindications such as skin breakdown or DVT
C. Select the massage technique
D. Instruct the client to take analgesics
B. Assess for contraindications such as skin breakdown or DVT