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Massage Therapist Practice Exam

Category - Pathology<br />

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If your client is taking prescription medications, how should the massage proceed?
  1. Proceed without worries
  2. Make sure they haven’t taken any before the massage
  3. Ask if they have consulted with their doctors before receiving massage
  4. Try the prescription yourself to make sure it is safe
Explanation
Answer: C Make sure your client has consulted with their doctor before receiving a massage if they happen to be taking prescription medications. Massaging mixed with certain medications increases risk of bruising, GI stress, abdominal bleeding, fragile tissues, decreased sensation of pain and/or temperature, and much more.
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