CIBTAC A&P and Massage past papers

Heya

I have a few questions which may come in handy, they are a total mixture of cibtac subjects

Osteoarthritis will normally effect which joints:
1 Shoulders
2, Knees
3. Elbow
4. Hip
5. Wrist


Alternatives:
a. 1&3
b.2&4
c. 1.3.5
d. 1.2.4
e. 2.3.5


Q2. Asthma is a disorder of the:
A. bronchi
b. Immune system
c. nasal sinuses
d. sciatic nerve

Q3. Which of the following skin disorders would NOT contra-indicate manual massage?
a. urticaria
b. impetigo
c. vitiligo
d. tinea corporis

Q4. Which of the following pre-heating treatments would not be suitable for a rather shy client with muscle fatigue of the trapezius?
a. steam bath
b. a sauna
c. infra red
a paraffin wax bath

Q5. The Papyrus manunscripts recording the use of medical herbs are which early cilvilisation?
a. Chinese
b. Greek
c. Egyptian
d. Roman

Q6. In order to maintain quality: essential oils should be stored:
1. in clear glass container
2. in tinted glass
3. in a cool place
4 at room temperature

Alternatives:
a. 1.3
b. 2.4
c. 2.3
d. 1.4

Q7. Which of the following classical massage movements is most effective in easing tension nodules?
a Effleurage
b. Petrissage
c. Tapotement
d. Vibrations

Q8. Friction Massage movements may be described as:
a. Small deep movement across soft tissue and muscle
b. light pressure point movements
c. quick rhythmic striking movements
d. circular compression of tissues

Q9. The liver stores :
1. vitamins A & D
2. the anti anaemic factor
3. iron
4. glycogen

Alternatives:
a. 2.3
b.3.4
c.1.2.3.
d.1.3.4.
e. all of the above

Q10. Which of the following statements correctly describes the process of internal respiration ?
a. Oxygen diffuses out of the blood into the tissue and carbon dioxide diffuses from the tissue into the blood.
B. Oxygen is breathed into the lungs and carbon dioxide is breathed out.
C. Oxygen diffuses into the blood from the aveoli and carbon dioxide diffuses from the blood into the aveoli.
D Oxygen is breathed out of the lungs and carbon dioxide is taken in.

Q11. Which of the following statements are characteristic of the functions of the central nervous system?
1. It controls all the movement of the voluntary muscle
2. It is responsible for all sensation
3. It supplies the nerves to all the internal organs
4. It enables the body to respond to strong emotions

Alternatives:
a. 1.2
b. 1.4
c. 3.4
d. 2.3.4
e. all of the above

Q12. The endocrine gland situated in the front of the neck is the:
a. Pituitary
b. Thyroid
c. Adrenal
d. Thymus

Q13. The luteinsing hormone stimulates the development of the:
a. ovarian follicle
b. reproductive organs
c. corpus luteum
d, ovule

Q14. The function of the pulmonary veins is to carry:
a. o2 blood from the lungs to the left atrium
b. o2 blood from left ventricle to all parts of the body
c. co2 blood from the left ventricle to the lungs
d. co2 blood from the body to the left atrium.

Q15. The average heart beat is:
A. 60 BPM
b. 70 BPM
c. 90 BPM
d. 110 BPM

Q16. The digestion of protein begins in the:
A. mouth
b. duodenum
c. ileum
d. stomach

Q17. Which enzyme is responsible for the conversion of fats into fatty acids and glycerol ?
a. lipase
b. amylase
c. maltase
d. lactase

Q18. The conversion of glucose to glycogen is controlled by the hormone:
A. oxytoxin
b. thyroxin
c. insulin
d. adrenalin

Q19.Excess fluid and waste products from cell metabolsim enter the lymphatic system via lymphatic:
a. Capillaries
b. vessels
c. ducts
d. nodes

Q20. The posistion of the transverus muscle is in the:
a. abdomen
b. pelvic region
c. lower back
d. upper thigh

Q21. The growth in lenght of a long bone takes place from the:
a. epiphyseal cartilage
b. osteocyte cells
c. medullary canal
d. cancellous bone

Q22. Which of the following bones would be classified as a f

 

RE: CIBTAC A&P and Massage past papers

As I promised ! Better late then never...................

Q1. One of the effects of vibrations when used in manual massage is:
a. an improvement in venous return
b. atightening of the skin
c. a reduction in pain and muscular fatigue
d. an increase in desquamation

Q2. It is important, when performing a massage to:
1. relax the client with gentle conversation
2. maintain an even rhythm
3. establish the correct rate of movement
4. use the hands in an attractive manner
5. keep the hands flexable

Alternatives:
a. 2.3
b. 1.2.3
c. 2.3.5
d. 2.3.4.5
e. all of the above

Q3. Each descriptive sentence can be used once:

Skin diseases:
Impetigo
Herpes Simplex
Rosacea

Description
A. Begins with an ich follwed by erthema and vesicles
B. A red flushed appearance on the centre of the face with pustules and papules
C. Weeping vesicles which dries to form a honey coloured crust
D. Soft soggy skin which flakes between the toes.

Q4. What function is performed by he sudoriferous glands?
A. maintenance of the elasticity of the skin
B. Elimination of waste via perspiration
C. Protection of skin from UV rays
D. lubrication of hair and skin

Q5. True or false

A. Warts are caused by a fungus
B. Herpes Zoster is caused by a virus
C. AIDS is caused by bacteria
D. Impetigo is caused by a insect infestation

Q6. Hepatitis B is caused by:
A. fungus
B. Bacteria
C. Parasite
D. Virus

Q7. A pair of muscles having opposite action are known as:
A. Antagonists
B. Synergists
C. Fixators
D. Protagonists

Q8. The action of the quadratus lumborum muscle is to:
A. Flex the trunk laterally
B. Rotate the trunk
C.Extend the trunk
D. Fles the trunk vertically

Q9. The end of a muscle which normally remains stationary during movement is called the:
A. Origin
B. flixator
C. Insertion
D. Aponeurosis

Q10. Which is the only moveable bone in the head?
A. Mandible
B. Maxilla
C. Nasal
D. Frontal

Q11. The bones running across the centre of the hand are called:
A. Tarsals
B. Metacarpals
C. Phalanges
D. Carpals

Q12. The name of the bone in the upper arm is:
a. Ulna
b. femur
c. Radius
D. humerus

Q13. Which specific massage movement would you use on a clinet presenting with tension in the shoulders?
A. Vibrations
b. petrissage
c. hacking
d. cupping

Q14. The benefits of vibrations include :
A. stimulates localised nerve endings
b. promotes relaxation
c. soothes the stratum corneum
d. produces heat

Q15. The importance of drinking water after a treatment is:
a. to quech thirst
b. flush out toxins
c. aid digestion
d. to induce perspiration

Q16. The physiological effects of kneading include:
A. Soothes lymph flow
B. decreases joint mobility
C. Prevents fatigue by removing latic acid
D. decreases circulation

Q17. When should you cleanse your hands?
A. Before a treatment
B. Only after touching a client
C. After a treatment
D. Before and after a treatment

Q18. The trachea is made up of :
A. Incomplete ring of yellow elastic tissue
B. Incomplete rings of hyaline cartilage
C. Complete rings of yellow elastic tissue
D. Complete rings of hyaline cartilage

Q19. The knee joint is:
A. Pivot joint
B. Full hinge joint
C. Gliding joint
D. Partial hinge joint

Q20. Oxygen is carried in the blood by:
A. Leucocytes
B. Thrombocytes
C. Erythrocytes
D. Lymphocytes


Hope these are of some help.
Best of luck


RJ.