Question

this exam is closed - book. before starting, make sure you have studied all of the questions on your previous ct quizzes. these questions will come from the ct quizzes in courses ansc 1011 (introduction to veterinary tech), ansc 1111 (patient mgmt and nutrition), ansc 1201 (vet assist clinical sciences), ansc 1301 (vet assist applications), and ansc 1401 (this course - emergency crit care/end of life). question 104 1 pts when direct pressure is applied over an area of maximal tenderness of a taut muscle band or knot, the tissue becomes ischemic (blood is pushed out of the tissue), and when the pressure is removed, the tissue becomes hyperemic (blood quickly infiltrates the tissue). this massage techniques is called
○ trigger - point massage.
○ acupressure.
○ ischemic massage.
○ effleurage.

Explanation:

Trigger - point massage involves applying pressure to a tender area in a muscle band or knot causing ischemia, and then upon pressure release, hyperemia occurs. Acupressure is based on traditional Chinese medicine points. Ischemic massage is not a standard term for this. Effleurage is a long - stroking massage technique.

Answer:

A. trigger - point massage