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What type of product will the therapist use on the patient's skin during the massage?
What type of product will the therapist use on the patient's skin during the massage?
- Oil
- Lotion (correct)
- Butter
- Cream
What position will the patient be in during the treatment?
What position will the patient be in during the treatment?
- Prone (face down)
- Seated
- Side-lying
- Supine (face up) (correct)
How long will the patient be lying on their back for the treatment?
How long will the patient be lying on their back for the treatment?
- Up to 30 minutes
- Up to 45 minutes (correct)
- Up to 60 minutes
- Up to 90 minutes
What area of the patient's body will the therapist be focusing on during the treatment?
What area of the patient's body will the therapist be focusing on during the treatment?
What will the therapist do with the pillow under the patient's head?
What will the therapist do with the pillow under the patient's head?
What will the therapist do if the patient becomes uncomfortable or wants to stop or modify the treatment?
What will the therapist do if the patient becomes uncomfortable or wants to stop or modify the treatment?
What area of the patient's body will the therapist avoid treating?
What area of the patient's body will the therapist avoid treating?
What will the therapist have the patient do before the treatment begins?
What will the therapist have the patient do before the treatment begins?
What will the therapist do to ensure the patient understands the ongoing treatment plan?
What will the therapist do to ensure the patient understands the ongoing treatment plan?
What will the therapist do to determine the appropriate number of treatments for the patient's condition?
What will the therapist do to determine the appropriate number of treatments for the patient's condition?
What is the primary concern being addressed in the initial treatment?
What is the primary concern being addressed in the initial treatment?
Which techniques will be used to warm up the muscles before the main treatment?
Which techniques will be used to warm up the muscles before the main treatment?
How will the unaffected/compensatory side be treated?
How will the unaffected/compensatory side be treated?
Which area may require the therapist to place their hands into the underarm region?
Which area may require the therapist to place their hands into the underarm region?
What is the purpose of removing clothing during the treatment?
What is the purpose of removing clothing during the treatment?
What does the sample script suggest regarding the order of presenting the treatment elements?
What does the sample script suggest regarding the order of presenting the treatment elements?
According to the script, how often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
According to the script, how often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
After the initial 3-week period, what is the next step in the treatment plan?
After the initial 3-week period, what is the next step in the treatment plan?
If the condition is improving, what is the suggested treatment frequency after the initial 3-week period?
If the condition is improving, what is the suggested treatment frequency after the initial 3-week period?
What is the recommended treatment frequency once the condition is fully resolved?
What is the recommended treatment frequency once the condition is fully resolved?
What is the duration of each treatment session mentioned in the script?
What is the duration of each treatment session mentioned in the script?
What is the cost of a 45-minute treatment session, including tax?
What is the cost of a 45-minute treatment session, including tax?
According to the script, can the patient make changes or stop the treatments at any point?
According to the script, can the patient make changes or stop the treatments at any point?
What should the therapist do if the patient has additional questions about the treatment plan?
What should the therapist do if the patient has additional questions about the treatment plan?
When should the therapist ask the patient to sign the sensitive areas consent form, if needed?
When should the therapist ask the patient to sign the sensitive areas consent form, if needed?
What should the therapist do before leaving the room for the patient to undress and get on the treatment table?
What should the therapist do before leaving the room for the patient to undress and get on the treatment table?
The candidate should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own ______.
The candidate should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own ______.
I will be starting the treatment with some myofascial releases to your upper pec region followed by a general neck, shoulder and upper chest massage to warm up the ______.
I will be starting the treatment with some myofascial releases to your upper pec region followed by a general neck, shoulder and upper chest massage to warm up the ______.
I will first treat your unaffected/compensatory side briefly with a few more specific techniques before targeting your left pectoral muscle with some deeper techniques to release the tension in the ______.
I will first treat your unaffected/compensatory side briefly with a few more specific techniques before targeting your left pectoral muscle with some deeper techniques to release the tension in the ______.
I may also be using some techniques that will require me to place my hands into your ______ region if you are comfortable with that.
I may also be using some techniques that will require me to place my hands into your ______ region if you are comfortable with that.
You can undress to your comfort level, removing or keeping on any items of clothing that you choose.The reason for removing any clothing would be to allow me access to the areas where you would like me to use ______ contact.
You can undress to your comfort level, removing or keeping on any items of clothing that you choose.The reason for removing any clothing would be to allow me access to the areas where you would like me to use ______ contact.
The sample script for the Procedure combines the various essential elements in a way that may or may not be natural to a candidate. Remember, these items do not need to be presented in a particular order as long as they are all ______.
The sample script for the Procedure combines the various essential elements in a way that may or may not be natural to a candidate. Remember, these items do not need to be presented in a particular order as long as they are all ______.
The therapist will use a hypoallergenic ______ directly on your skin.
The therapist will use a hypoallergenic ______ directly on your skin.
The sheet will be securely tucked around your upper ______.
The sheet will be securely tucked around your upper ______.
The focus of this treatment is on your left pectoral ______.
The focus of this treatment is on your left pectoral ______.
During the treatment, the therapist will be checking in with you about the pressure and your ______ level.
During the treatment, the therapist will be checking in with you about the pressure and your ______ level.
The therapist will not be treating below a certain ______ on your chest.
The therapist will not be treating below a certain ______ on your chest.
The candidate should inform the patient that it can often take more than one treatment to resolve a primary ______.
The candidate should inform the patient that it can often take more than one treatment to resolve a primary ______.
The therapist should present a fee ______ to the patient.
The therapist should present a fee ______ to the patient.
The candidate should check in with the patient to ensure that the number of treatments being proposed and the fee schedule is ______ for the patient.
The candidate should check in with the patient to ensure that the number of treatments being proposed and the fee schedule is ______ for the patient.
The candidate must ask the patient if they have understood everything proposed for the ongoing treatment ______.
The candidate must ask the patient if they have understood everything proposed for the ongoing treatment ______.
The therapist will have the patient read over a consent form for the treatment of sensitive ______.
The therapist will have the patient read over a consent form for the treatment of sensitive ______.
The candidate should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own ______.
The candidate should ensure that they modify these script suggestions for their own ______.
To start, it would be best to expect to come in for 1 treatment a week for the next 3 ______.
To start, it would be best to expect to come in for 1 treatment a week for the next 3 ______.
If the condition is getting better, we can decide if one more weekly treatment would be ______.
If the condition is getting better, we can decide if one more weekly treatment would be ______.
Once the condition is fully resolved, it’s best to come in for occasional maintenance treatments every month or every two ______.
Once the condition is fully resolved, it’s best to come in for occasional maintenance treatments every month or every two ______.
A 45-minute treatment is $90, including ______.
A 45-minute treatment is $90, including ______.
If at any point throughout today's treatment or the ongoing treatments in the future you want to make any changes or stop the treatments, you have the right to ______ so.
If at any point throughout today's treatment or the ongoing treatments in the future you want to make any changes or stop the treatments, you have the right to ______ so.
Provided that the patient has confirmed they have understood everything discussed, and they have no further questions (as all patient questions must be answered to gain full informed consent), the candidate must ask the patient if they ______ to today’s treatment.
Provided that the patient has confirmed they have understood everything discussed, and they have no further questions (as all patient questions must be answered to gain full informed consent), the candidate must ask the patient if they ______ to today’s treatment.
Do you approve of or agree with the approach to today's ______?
Do you approve of or agree with the approach to today's ______?
Do I have your ______ to go forward with the treatment I have proposed for you?
Do I have your ______ to go forward with the treatment I have proposed for you?
The candidate should ask the patient if they require assistance with undressing or getting onto the ______.
The candidate should ask the patient if they require assistance with undressing or getting onto the ______.
What is the primary focus of the initial treatment?
What is the primary focus of the initial treatment?
What is the purpose of removing clothing during the treatment?
What is the purpose of removing clothing during the treatment?
What area might the therapist need to place their hands into during the treatment?
What area might the therapist need to place their hands into during the treatment?
How often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
How often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
What will the therapist do with the patient before starting the treatment?
What will the therapist do with the patient before starting the treatment?
What type of technique will be used to warm up the muscles before the main treatment?
What type of technique will be used to warm up the muscles before the main treatment?
What is the therapist's approach to draping during the treatment?
What is the therapist's approach to draping during the treatment?
What will the therapist place under the patient's knees for comfort?
What will the therapist place under the patient's knees for comfort?
What is the main focus of the treatment mentioned in the text?
What is the main focus of the treatment mentioned in the text?
How will the therapist ensure patient comfort during the treatment?
How will the therapist ensure patient comfort during the treatment?
What does the therapist mention about modifying or stopping the treatment?
What does the therapist mention about modifying or stopping the treatment?
What is the therapist's primary concern regarding treatment frequency?
What is the therapist's primary concern regarding treatment frequency?
What will the therapist present to the patient regarding ongoing treatments?
What will the therapist present to the patient regarding ongoing treatments?
In what position will the patient be during most of the treatment?
In what position will the patient be during most of the treatment?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the sample script as part of the closing protocol?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the sample script as part of the closing protocol?
According to the script, what is the recommended treatment frequency once the patient's condition is fully resolved?
According to the script, what is the recommended treatment frequency once the patient's condition is fully resolved?
Which of the following is NOT a technique the therapist will use during the initial treatment session?
Which of the following is NOT a technique the therapist will use during the initial treatment session?
What is the primary concern being addressed in the initial treatment session?
What is the primary concern being addressed in the initial treatment session?
What is the cost of a 45-minute treatment session, including tax?
What is the cost of a 45-minute treatment session, including tax?
According to the script, how often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
According to the script, how often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
What is the purpose of removing clothing during the treatment?
What is the purpose of removing clothing during the treatment?
What will the therapist do if the patient becomes uncomfortable or wants to stop or modify the treatment?
What will the therapist do if the patient becomes uncomfortable or wants to stop or modify the treatment?
What will the therapist do to determine the appropriate number of treatments for the patient's condition?
What will the therapist do to determine the appropriate number of treatments for the patient's condition?
What is the duration of each treatment session mentioned in the script?
What is the duration of each treatment session mentioned in the script?
The initial treatment sample script suggests starting with myofascial releases to the upper pec region followed by a specific focus on the right pectoral muscle.
The initial treatment sample script suggests starting with myofascial releases to the upper pec region followed by a specific focus on the right pectoral muscle.
The therapist may require placing their hands into the patient's underarm region during the treatment.
The therapist may require placing their hands into the patient's underarm region during the treatment.
The therapist will perform general neck, shoulder, and upper chest massages before treating the unaffected/compensatory side.
The therapist will perform general neck, shoulder, and upper chest massages before treating the unaffected/compensatory side.
The candidate should modify the sample script suggestions for their own purposes but must present them in the exact order provided.
The candidate should modify the sample script suggestions for their own purposes but must present them in the exact order provided.
The patient is advised to remove clothing during the treatment to allow for skin-on-skin contact.
The patient is advised to remove clothing during the treatment to allow for skin-on-skin contact.
The therapist will start by treating the affected side with deeper techniques before moving on to the unaffected/compensatory side.
The therapist will start by treating the affected side with deeper techniques before moving on to the unaffected/compensatory side.
The ongoing treatment plan in the sample script recommends coming in for 2 treatments a week for the next 3 weeks.
The ongoing treatment plan in the sample script recommends coming in for 2 treatments a week for the next 3 weeks.
If the patient's condition is worsening after the next three weeks of treatment, the script suggests reevaluating together to determine the next best course of action.
If the patient's condition is worsening after the next three weeks of treatment, the script suggests reevaluating together to determine the next best course of action.
Once the patient's condition is fully resolved, the script recommends coming in for occasional maintenance treatments every week.
Once the patient's condition is fully resolved, the script recommends coming in for occasional maintenance treatments every week.
The total cost of a 45-minute treatment session is $90 including tax in the sample script.
The total cost of a 45-minute treatment session is $90 including tax in the sample script.
If at any point throughout today's treatment or future treatments the patient wants to make changes or stop the treatments, they do not have the right to do so according to the script.
If at any point throughout today's treatment or future treatments the patient wants to make changes or stop the treatments, they do not have the right to do so according to the script.
The ongoing treatment plan requires 30-minute treatments for each session.
The ongoing treatment plan requires 30-minute treatments for each session.
The ongoing treatment plan script suggests that if there has been no change after the next three weeks, a decision will be made without including the patient.
The ongoing treatment plan script suggests that if there has been no change after the next three weeks, a decision will be made without including the patient.
The sample script mentions that it's best to expect to come in for 1 treatment a week for the following 2 weeks.
The sample script mentions that it's best to expect to come in for 1 treatment a week for the following 2 weeks.
The script does not mention that patients can withdraw their consent at any time during treatment.
The script does not mention that patients can withdraw their consent at any time during treatment.
The therapist will not leave the room to give privacy to the patient during undressing according to the sample script.
The therapist will not leave the room to give privacy to the patient during undressing according to the sample script.
The therapist will only be undraping the areas they are treating during the massage.
The therapist will only be undraping the areas they are treating during the massage.
The therapist will place a pillow under the patient's knees for comfort and to keep their low back in a neutral position.
The therapist will place a pillow under the patient's knees for comfort and to keep their low back in a neutral position.
The patient will have to read over a consent form for the treatment of sensitive areas and sign it before the session.
The patient will have to read over a consent form for the treatment of sensitive areas and sign it before the session.
The therapist will treat below the patient's clavicle and underarm areas during the massage.
The therapist will treat below the patient's clavicle and underarm areas during the massage.
The therapist will check in with the patient about pressure and comfort level only at the beginning of the treatment.
The therapist will check in with the patient about pressure and comfort level only at the beginning of the treatment.
The therapist must present a fee schedule to the patient but does not need to ensure it is feasible for the patient.
The therapist must present a fee schedule to the patient but does not need to ensure it is feasible for the patient.
The patient has no right to modify or terminate the treatment plan once it has started.
The patient has no right to modify or terminate the treatment plan once it has started.
The therapist will use oil instead of lotion during the treatment due to its hypoallergenic properties.
The therapist will use oil instead of lotion during the treatment due to its hypoallergenic properties.
The patient will be lying face-down on the table for up to 45 minutes during the treatment.
The patient will be lying face-down on the table for up to 45 minutes during the treatment.
The therapist may use occasional maintenance treatments every month or every two months after the condition is fully resolved.
The therapist may use occasional maintenance treatments every month or every two months after the condition is fully resolved.
What should the patient do once the therapist leaves the room to provide privacy?
What should the patient do once the therapist leaves the room to provide privacy?
How will the therapist ensure patient comfort during the treatment preparation phase?
How will the therapist ensure patient comfort during the treatment preparation phase?
What action should the therapist take before re-entering the room after leaving for privacy?
What action should the therapist take before re-entering the room after leaving for privacy?
What is recommended for patient comfort during the treatment?
What is recommended for patient comfort during the treatment?
What should be done if the patient has additional questions before leaving?
What should be done if the patient has additional questions before leaving?
During the treatment, the therapist will be checking in with you about the pressure and your ______ level.
During the treatment, the therapist will be checking in with you about the pressure and your ______ level.
The therapist will not be treating below a certain ______ on your chest.
The therapist will not be treating below a certain ______ on your chest.
What should be done if the patient has additional questions before leaving?
What should be done if the patient has additional questions before leaving?
According to the script, how often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
According to the script, how often is the patient initially recommended to come in for treatment?
The reason for removing any clothing would be to allow me access to the areas where you would like me to use ______ contact.
The reason for removing any clothing would be to allow me access to the areas where you would like me to use ______ contact.