Which of the following statements about therapeutic massage is TRUE?
a. A back rub administered by a nurse in the hospital is not considered to be therapeutic massage.
b. Localized massage should be considered for clients with varicose veins, phlebitis, or thrombus.
c. Many states do not have licensing require-ments for massage practitioners.
d. Massage should be used with caution in clients with certain illnesses and disease processes in which increased circulation may be harmful.
D
Therapeutic massage is the application of pressure and motion by hands and involves kneading, rubbing, and the use of friction to improve client well-being. Nurses use massage techniques such as back rubs to provide comfort, to improve circulation, and to provide relief from pain or musculoskeletal stiffness. Massage therapists may require licensure in some states.
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