Massage therapy for a client with irritable bowel syndrome:

a. Is contraindicated
b. Focuses on relaxation and stress management while avoiding the abdomen if sen-sitive
c. Requires deep abdominal massage
d. Is indicated only after symptoms have subsided


ANS: B

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