So glad that one is over with, Just the practical to go[&:]
Just to show how much I love you guys, I have not even put the kettle on for a cuppa yet;)
Here goes,
questions reffered to medial and lateral, not inside outside edge, so learn medial and lateral if you hav'nt already.
What do clammy feet indicate, only answer I could see was nervous client, but you will have to make up your own mind on that.
Direct reflex for diverticulitis
Why work the knee reflex
what kind of contraindication applies to flu
Questions on
Shiatsu
Alexander
Iridology
Were are reflexes for Pancreas and liver and kidney, Ileo cecal valve
Gall bladder is connected to?
Where is Thyroid reflex, this was a dodgy one think it was medial proximal phalange
What do high arches indicate
What do swollen ankles indicate
Who discovered aneasthatizing affect of pressure, Think that was Fitzgerald
A pressure point is indicated by
What reflexology could stimulate in person with psycotic disorder
Where is shoulder reflex
how is hypotension contraindicated, i.e total, g.p or local
Associated reflex for varicose veins
also acne rosacea
Homeopathy
Nail ridges
What condition would be the cause of little sensation in feet
Why might feet be rigid
or blue
Associated reflex for diabetes mellitis
How many longitudinal zones
Where is Thymus
Where is Prostate,,,,,, they spelt it prostrate:D
Associated for kidney stones
reflex for eyes and ears
well thats all I have, as you can see there were plenty of alterative therapy questions and associated reflexes, now just have to sit back and wait.
Good luck when you do your exam, I have to say it was not as hard as I expected;)
RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
Hi LTA,
Mines the other way round. Just did the practical which we all passed and have the theory on the 18th.
Our examiner was great and put us at ease and asked us pretty simple questions. What have you learnt from the consultation, what have you niticed from reading the feet and what have you noticed from the treatment compared to the consultation?
Then questions about contra-indications etc.
Remember, they are there to pass you not to catch you out.
Best of Luck,
Russell
RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
crikey it only seems like yesterday that you 3 were starting out on your courses! havent you all come a long way :o)
RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
Yep, we did it at West Sussex on 8th June and questions the same
RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
ORIGINAL: ro§ie
crikey it only seems like yesterday that you 3 were starting out on your courses! havent you all come a long way :o)
Aaww thanks Rosie.
RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
:DHi Rosie!
Yes the time has flown by, and I have to say I think we have all three of us at some point wondered what on earth we have gotten ourselves into, but it's all beggining to come together now.
I don't know about Russ or Loopy Lass but I had times when I wanted to give up. So glad I didn't. I feel so much more positive now and have plans for what I want to do in the future, I enjoyed my Massage course last year, but once it was over did not know what direction to take, this year is different, I have big plans, and fingers crossed I have made a usefull contact. One of my case studies is a practice manager, large surgery, five doctors, nurses and health care workers etc, she has been so impressed with Reflexology, mention has been made of a room for therapies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! now I'm not silly enough to get all excited about this (No wait a minute,[sm=bouncy.gif] [sm=jump2.gif][sm=jump3.gif][sm=dance.gif]yeah I am) But who knows? it might just happen.
Good luck to Russ and Loopy in the rest of your exams, and any more Ideas on oral questions would be very welcome.
RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
Well Done Sis !! We know you have done well and will make a success of all that hard work and stress........so proud of you 
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RE: Did ITEC reflexology theory today
Thanks Sar;)
It's helped a lot this year having you along for the ride, albeit in a different course.
I am proud of you too, you have worked sooo hard and are so goood at what you do!
I just know there is a distinction on the horizon for you.
Errrm Any chance of a leg wax next week?;)
xxxxxxx;)
ITEC Reflexology exam questions 2006
Took my ITEC Reflexology exam yesterday (phew thank God it's over!).
Here are as many questions from it as i can remember. I can't remember all the options on some of the questions but just having the question will hopefully help with revision.
1 Would a client under the influence of alcohol be
a Locally contraindicated
b Discretion of the therapist
c Totally contraindicated
d with medical permission
2 A small cut on the foot is
a Treatable with Gp permission
b Locally contraindicated
c Not contraindicated
d ?
3 Who believed that massaging the feet would bring mental, spiritual and physical wellbeing?
a Japanese
b American Indians
c Chinese
d Egyptians
4 On the hand what reflex is direct above the fallopian tube in zone 4?
a Knee
b Arm
c Sacro-illiac
d Sciatic nerve
5 Are the lymphatics on the hand
a On the top
b In the wrist
c In the little fingers
d ?
6 Where is the Cerebral reflex?
a Big toe
b Little toes
c ?
d ?
7 What year did Doreen Bailey bring Reflexology to Britain?
a 1956
b 1962
c 1974
d 1966
8 What kind of doctor was Fitzgerald?
a Surgeon
b Paediatrician
c Ear nose and throat specialist
d ?
9 Which area has 4 reflexes overlapping?
a Neck
b Pancreas
c ?
d ?
10 Which therapy would build up your immunity?
a Reiki
b hot stone therapy
c Homeopathy
d ?
11 Which reflex is on the right foot, in zone 1 only above and below the waist line?
A Duodenum
B Pancreas
C ?
D ?
12 Which of these is not a Transverse zone?
a Waist
b Head
c Pelvic
d Shoulder
13 How many reflexology treatments does it take to flush toxins out?
A 1-3 treatments
B 4-6 treatments
C 7-9 treatments
D 10-12 treatments
14 What is a bony growth under the heel?
A Heel fissure
B Heel spur
C Corn
D ?
15 Which of these is a direct reflex for Gall stones?
A Solar plexus
B Liver
C Colon
D Stomach
16 Would a client with Hypotension be contraindicated
a Totally
b With Gp permission
c Only if they were on medication
d ?
Answers)
1C 2B 3B 4C 5? 6? 7D 8C 9A 10 C 11A 12B 13? 14B 15B 16?
Here are some other questions that were also on in the paper but I cant remember the options – But they would be good to have a look at I’m sure.
Why are the soothers important at the end of the treatment?
Where are the reflexes for the pelvic muscles?
What are the associated reflexes for Diabetes mellitus?
Why would someone with a psychosis be contraindicated?
What would red shiny area on the left foot indicate?
What are the associated reflexes for epilepsy?
Which of these is an associated reflex for a duodenal ulcer?
What do damp and sweaty feet indicate?
____________________________________
Good luck to all with exams coming up. Thats me done for a while
Jenny
RE: ITEC Reflexology exam questions 2006
Jenny many thanks for taking the time to write all these out for us.. it's appreciated.. past papers are like golddust here and you've probably helped several people up their grades by posting. Thanks again!
RE: ITEC Reflexology exam questions 2006
Is this ethical? Are there really people out there who are only qualifying because they have good short term memory? Some of this knowledge looks pretty essential for a therapist to me...........
Presumably theres an assessment by the course tutor too?
Sharon
RE: ITEC Reflexology exam questions 2006
hi sharon,
i am beginning to think the same actually.
when i first started to see the "sample" question papers posted here, i thought it was a tremendous resource. as a student, it would have been great to have had sample papers to practise on and get a feel for the type of questions. mind you, when i did the exams, the answers were essay style, so very different.
imo, multiple choice isnt necessarily the best method of exam, although of course, far easier for marking.
now i am a tutor, and having met with ITEC representatives and discussing this situation, i have to say...
students, you are doing yourselves a diservice by supplying the questions and answers... especially from what could be a currently circulatiing papers. true, maybe the chances of someone reading these papers getting the same questions is slim, but even so... "YOU" worked hard to do the exam and now "YOU" are giving someone else the answers... someone perhaps less able than yourself and therefore perhaps, who is not yet ready to be out there practising?
as a tutor, having sample questions is great to show students what may be asked... and for assessment, but i am thinking, generally publishing current papers is maybe not a good thing.
just my opinion, of course. 
RE: ITEC Reflexology exam questions 2006
With ITEC you (currently) have to do 10 Case studies and loads of coursework all of which have to acheieve a pass mark before you even get to sit the exams. You then get asked questions by the examiner whilst you are doing your practical exam. There is no way in my opinion that having some exams questions is going to be enough to qualify as a Reflexologist.
It may up your marks a little.
I did think about it before posting the questions and felt comfortable with it.
jenny
RE: ITEC Reflexology exam questions 2006
Hi All,
I am currently studying ITEC Reflexology.
At first i thought that these sample questions were a bit too good to be true but i feel that these actually got me through my A&P as it is a totally different way of revising and this is the way that best suits me, it is not a question of remembering the answers, it is a question of having a go at the question, looking at the answer to see if it is whatI thought then going through my notes/text books to check that the answer is correct. As i cant revise by reading a book and then try to remember exactly everything that i have just read.
Most of the questions that I practiced last year appeared on the paper and i could actually visualise the answer, tis a good feeling when you actually know the answer before looking at the choices and not through cheating but by revising
I have got my exams in May/June and I have got 40 case studies to hand in by May 15th it has been a hard slog so far but i am determined to ace it!! I thought massage was hard enough but this course really pushes you to the limit![:@]
Good luck to all who are in the same boat and hopefully there will be some qualified Reflexologists amonst us!!!
Marie
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ITEC Reflexology MCQ - Test 1
1. Yellow skin colour on the feet may indicate that the client has
a. poor circulation
b. lymphatic problems
c. liver or gallbladder problems
d. digestive problems
2. The common name for Tinea Pedis is
a. ringworm
b. verucca
c. bunion
d. athlete’s foot
3. When reading the feet you would recognize a heel spur by observing:
a. extra bone growth in the heel
b. poor muscle tone
c. lack of oxygen to the feet
d. good circulation
4. Flabby feet may indicate
a. good muscle tone
b. poor muscle tone
c. lack of oxygen to the feet
d. good circulation
5. In reflexology how many longitudinal zones exist on the body
a. 5
b. 10
c. 15
d. 20
6. The reflex area of the sinuses are situated
a. at the tip of the big toe only
b. in the tip of the toes
c. in the balls of the feet
d. below the diaphragm line
7. Where is the reflex area for the Solar Plexus
a. on the centre of the diaphragm line
b. on the edge of the diaphragm line
c. just above the diaphragm line
d. just below the diaphragm line
8. Total contraindications to reflexology include
a. fever
b. during menstruation
c. arthritis
d. diabetes
9. Contraindications to reflexology include
a. phlebitis
b. acne
c. fatigue
d. insomnia
10. Define the meaning of crystals in relation to reflexology treatment
a. lumps in tissues contraindicated to treatment
b. stones used to enhance the atmosphere in the treatment room
c. congested areas of tissue
d. stones held by client to aid decongestion of tissues
11. In reflexology the method of thumb and/or finger walking is known as
a. snail walking
b. beetle walking
c. slug walking
d. caterpillar walking
12. Reflexology was brought to Britain in the 1960’s by an English nurse called
a. Eunice Ingham
b. Dwight Byers
c. Ann Gillanders
d. Doreen Bayly
13. The reflex for the shoulder is
a. on the outside of the sole at the base of the little toe
b. on the outside of the sole at the base of the big toe
c. on the outside edge of the heel
d. on the inside of the sole at the base of the little toe
14. Which of the following is not correct aftercare advice?
a. do not drink any alcohol
b. drink plenty of water
c. eat a large heavy meal
d. relax for the rest of the day
15. The earliest recording of a therapy in the form of reflexology was found:
a. amongst the primitive tribes of Africa
b. in a European museum in the 1500s
c. in an Egyptian tomb drawing dated 2330BC
d. in China in the 1920s
16. Why is it important to observe the client’s face during treatment.
a. to maintain eye contact
b. to make sure the client remains alert
c. to make sure the client remains asleep throughout the treatment
d. to gauge the effect of your pressure
17. Relaxation techniques include
a. professional and tactful consultation
b. effleurage, petrissage and tapotement
c. effleurage, petrissage and joint mobilization
d. a means of dispersing the medium before treatment
18. During treatment a client’s palms may sweat do to
a. extreme mental fatigue
b. stimulation of the lymphatic system
c. release of nervous tension
d. elimination in the digestive system
19. Which of the following is NOT a contraindication to reflexology
a. tinea unigium
b. verucca
c. impetigo
d. psoriasis
20. The following are nerves of the leg
a. tibial, peroneal and sciatic
b. ulnar, median and radial
c. posterior and anterior humerus
d. buccal, sural and femoral.
ANSWERS
1c, 2d, 3a, 4b, 5b, 6b, 7a, 8a, 9a, 10c, 11d, 12d, 13a, 14c, 15c, 16a, 17c, 18c, 19d, 20a
Posted by Angelfish - ITEC Reflexology – Test 2
1.Which of the following conditions would you consider to be a total contraindication to treatment.
a. asthma
b. epilepsy
c. under the influence of drugs or alcohol
d. bruising
2.How would you approach someone with Tinea Pedis
a. perform a foot reflexology treatment
b. don’t treat because it is a total contraindication
c. treat the feet but avoid the area involved
d. treat the feet with GP consent
3. Medical permission is needed to treat which of the following?
a. cardiovascular conditions
b. fever
c. bruising
d. menopause
4.How would you explain the term “contraindication”?
a. a curable condition
b. a condition that makes treatment more effective
c. a condition that makes treatment undesirable or impractical
d. a condition that is terminal
5. Which of the following would you classify as a localized contraindication?
a. diabetes
b. epilepsy
c. bruising
d. arthritis
6. The reflex area for the spleen is found
a. on the plantar surface of the right foot
b. on the plantar surface of the left foot
c. on the dorsal surface of the right foot
d. on the dorsal surface of the left foot
7. In which zone would you find the neck reflex
a. 5
b. 1
c. 2
d. 4
8. Which associated or helper reflexes would you work for Gout?
a. thyroid, liver, kidney
b. adrenal, liver, pancreas
c. solar plexus, kidney, adrenal
d. pancreas, kidney, thyroid
9. The bladder is situated in which of the following zones
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 5
10. If a client presented with heartburn, apart from your usual treatment, which direct reflex would you stimulate?
a. stomach
b. solar plexus
c. oesophagus
d. trachea
11. On the hands, the shoulder reflex is found
a. on the little finger
b. at the base of the little finger
c. at the base of the little toe
d. on the lateral aspect of the hand
12. On the hands, the transverse colon is found:
a. on the dorsal side of the right hand
b. on the palmar side of the right hand
c. on the dorsal side of both hands
d. on the palmar side of both hands
13. In hand Reflexology, if you were unable to work around the wrists, what other area could you work as a corresponding reflex?
a. knees
b. ankles
c. hips
d. elbows
14. A client of yours has gall stones, which reflexes would you work on?
a. gall bladder, adrenal glands and spinal nerves
b. gall bladder, diaphragm, parathyroid
c. gall bladder, stomach, thyroid
d. gall bladder, liver and all of the digestive tract
15. The reflex point of the ileo-caecal valve is
a. on the left foot
b. adjacent to the spleen reflex
c. below the waist line
d. above the waist line
16. How would you recognize the condition Hallux Rigidus
a. the top joint of the toe is curled under
b. the bones in the big toe are fused creating a stiff joint
c. inflammation and swelling of the big toe
d. a metabolic disorder causing painful swelling of toe joints
17. The condition Pes Planus is recognized as:
a. flat feet
b. high arches
c. enlarged toes
d. webbed feet
18. Plantar warts are caused by which of the following
a. fungal infection
b. bacterial infection
c. viral infection
d. a streptococcal infection
19. Tinea Pedis is
a. flaking and discoloured toe nails
b. a non-infectious fungal condition
c. an infectious fungal condition
d. an infectious viral condition
20. Rheumatoid arthritis is
a. caused by wear and tear on the joints
b. caused by excessive exercise
c. caused by an auto-immune condition
d. caused by trauma to the joint
21. The talus bone
a. is a carpal
b. is next to the scaphoid bone
c. forms the whole plantar aspect of the foot
d. joins with the tibia
22. Extensor carpi ulnaris
a. extends the wrist
b. extends the fingers
c. flexes the wrist
d. adducts the ulna
23. The action of the soleus muscle is to
a. flex the wrist and forearm
b. dorisflex the foot and heel
c. plantarflex the ankle and knee
d. invert the foot
24. Swollen feet could indicate
a. lymphatic problems
b. urinary problems
c. thyroid problems
d. digestive problems
25. Which of the following bones are found in the feet?
a. metacarpals, carpals and phalanges
b. capitate, carpals and phalanges
c. calcaneum, navicular and talus
d. cuboid, scaphoid and cuneiform
26. This therapy uses plants to treat both physical and psychological conditions
a. Bach flower remedies
b. Herbalism
c. Phytotherapy
d. Homeopathy
27. Kinesiology can be described as:
a. the use of herbs
b. deep relaxation
c. diagnosis by muscle testing
d. diagnosis by reading the eye.
28. This therapy incorporates three aspects dating back 4000 years and aims to achieve harmony between body, mind and spirit
a. Physiotherapy
b. Yoga/meditation
c. Reiki/spiritual healing
d. Homeopathy
29. Which therapy uses pressure to stimulate points along the meridians
a. Shiatsu
b. Acupuncture
c. Reiki
d. Bowen technique
30. A manipulative therapy using soft tissue techniques and the first complementary therapy officially recognized in law. Which of the following fits this description?
a. chiropractic
b. kinesiology
c. reiki
d. osteopathy
31. What aftercare advice would you give a client who was stressed and smoked and drank coffee to excess?
a. stop smoking and reduce coffee intake
b. stop smoking and cut out all coffee
c. reduce coffee intake gradually and try to cut down or stop smoking
d. carry on smoking and drinking coffee
32. Why do we advise clients to relax and take it easy after a treatment
a. to enhance the effects of the treatment
b. because they may feel tired after the treatment
c. so that the client feels they have had value for money
d. because you always give this advice
33. What is a healing crisis?
a. the client feels an immediate healing energy
b. the client’s symptoms immediately disappear
c. the client experiences a worsening of symptoms after treatment
d. the client feels no different after treatment
34. During a reflexology treatment your client begins to cry. Do you:
a. immediately stop the treatment
b. worry that you have upset the client
c. reassure the client that this is a normal reaction
d. refer them back to their GP for further treatment
35. A client has an extreme reaction to a particularly sensitive reflex. They are concerned about this; what would you tell your client:
a. there is a major problem in that area
b. most people do not react in this way
c. accuse the client of not disclosing their full medical history
d. explain that this happens occasionally and is nothing to worry about
36. The word holistic comes from the
a. Chinese
b. Greek
c. Roman
d. Sanskrit
37. What do you understand by the term informed consent?
a. Informing the client they need to consent to treatment
b. Explaining what the treatment entails before the client consents to treatment
c. The client needs to sign that they consent to treatment
d. Telling the client nothing about the treatment
38. Modern reflexology is based on techniques developed by:
a. Per Henrik Ling
b. Ankhamor
c. The Reflexology council
d. Dr William Fitzgerald
39. Reflexology was brought to Britain in the 1960s by an English nurse called:
a. Eunice Ingham
b. Dorothy Bailey
c. Doreen Bayly
d. Ann Gillanders
40. In Zone Therapy, zone 1 is
a. from thumb to big toe
b. from little to little finger
c. from shoulder to shoulder
d. from little finger to big toe
41. Greeting the feet is
a. performed while deep breathing
b. the introduction of the therapist’s hands to client’s feet
c. a good chance to check for contraindications
d. important to build a professional rapport
42. Why is it good practice for the client to be in an upright position during treatment
a. so that they don’t fall asleep
b. so that the client’s facial expression can be observed
c. so that they can watch the clock
d. so that they can talk to the therapist
43. During a treatment a client’s palms may sweat. This is due to:
a. extreme mental fatigue
b. stimulation of the lymphatic system
c. release of nervous tension
d. elimination in the digestive system
44. When working on a client with Osteoarthritis would you:
a. perform a basic sequence only
b. avoid the parathyroids
c. pay particular attention to the digestive system
d. give extra attention to the adrenals and joints affected.
45. A client consults you because of persistent headaches. As well as giving a standard reflexology treatment do you:
a. refer them to their GP for investigation
b. reassure them that reflexology will help their condition
c. don’t mention the headaches again
d. refer them to another complementary therapist
46. Which of the following is not a benefit of reflexology
a. improved digestion
b. relaxation of mind and body
c. mending a fractured bone
d. relief of stress symptoms
47. What are the primary reflex points to work for someone who has Hiatus Hernia
a. adrenals, parathryoids
b. stomach and oesophagus
c. solar plexus and heart
d. lungs and diaphragm
48. How long should you allow for a follow-up reflexology appointment?
a. ½ hour
b. ¾ hour
c. 1 hour
d. 1 ¼ hour
49. When new clients ask how often they should have a treatment, do you answer:
a. every day
b. every week
c. every month
d. as often as they can afford
50. Reflexology seeks to help clients regain full health and vitality by:
a. treating the client’s symptoms
b. allowing them to unwind and relax
c. the physical effects of foot massage
d. treating them holistically thus enabling homeostasis to be restored.
Answers
1c, 2b, 3a 4c, 5c, 6b, 7b, 8c, 9a, 10a, 11b, 12d, 13b, 14d, 15c, 16b, 17a, 18c, 19c, 20c, 21d, 22c, 23c, 24a, 25c, 26b, 27c, 28b, 29a, 30d, 31c, 32a, 33c, 34c, 35d, 36b, 37b, 38d, 39c, 40a, 41b, 42b, 43c, 44d, 45a, 46c, 47b, 48c, 49b, 50d.
By Angelfish - ITEC REFLEXOLOGY – TEST 3
1. The direct reflexes for emphesema are
a. sinuses, lungs
b. lungs, bronchi
c. bronchi, head
d. bronchi, sinuses
2. The reason for working the duodenal reflex is to:
a. encourage excretion of sweat
b. improve digestion
c. improve circulation
d. improve lymphatic drainage
3. The direct reflex for IBS is
a. large intestine
b. liver
c. bladder
d. gall bladder
4. In which zone would you expect to find the pituitary gland
a. 5
b. 3
c. 2
d. 1
5. In which zone would you expect to find the gall bladder
a. 5
b. 4
c. 3
d. 1
6. A client has a raised temperature with no known cause, what do you do?
a. foot reflexology
b. hand reflexology
c. explain why you cannot treat the client today
d. perform a light treatment
7. What treatment would you give a client who has bruising over a large area of one foot.
a. decline to treat until the bruising has gone
b. request GP consent
c. treat the feet, but avoid the bruising
d. treat the hands instead
8. Total contraindications to reflexology include:
a. contagious and infectious diseases
b. pregnancy
c. hypertension
d. osteoporosis
9. Flat feet could indicate that the client may have:
a. heart problems
b. liver or gall bladder problems
c. spine and digestive problems
d. poor circulation
10. An acetone smell from a client’s feet may indicate
a. excess energy
b. glandular imbalance
c. constipation
d. urinary system out of balance
11. Hammer toes could indicate
a. head, face, teeth problems
b. sinus problems
c. ear problems
d. migraine
12. Which of the following is not correct aftercare advice
a. do not drink any alcohol
b. drink plenty of water
c. eat a large heavy meal
d. relax for the rest of the day
13. Aftercare advice is important in order to:
a. give value for money
b. maintain the effects of the treatment
c. ensure your commission on sales
d. control infections
14. The importance of drinking water after a treatment is:
a. to quench thirst
b. aid detoxification
c. aid digestion
d. to induce perspiration
15. Which of the following skin diseases is bacterial and contagous
a. Psoriasis
b. Folliculitis
c. Impetigo
d. Herpese simplex
16. Who introduce zone therapy as a science
a. Dr Edwin Bowers
b. Dr Henry Head
c. Dr William Fitzgerald
d. Dr Joseph Riley
17. What effect does free flow of energy have on the body.
a. stress
b. disease
c. weight loss
d. balance
18. What does homoeostasis mean
a. same time
b. same state
c. same part
d. same face
19. What do you understand by term contraindication
a. a condition that can be treated
b. a condition that makes treatment more effective
c. a condition that makes treatment undesirable
d. a condition that is terminal
20. Why are the feet most commonly used for reflexology
a. size, location and shape
b. length width and colour
c. position and action
d. stronger smelling to detect imbalance
21. What is the collective name for the bones of the ankle
a. carpals
b. metacarpals
c. tarsals
d. metatarsals
22. Which movement may be classified as a pressure movement
a. hook and back up
b. shaking
c. joint manipulation
d. effleurage
23. The tomb of Ankhamor dates back to
a. 1897AD
b. 2330BC
c. 1050BC
d. 70AD
24. Reflexology arrived in Britain in
a. 1925
b. 1870
c. 1980
d. 1966
25. Flexor carpi ulnaris
a. extends the wrist
b. extends the fingers
c. flexes the wrist
d. adducts the ulna
26. The position of the brachioradialis is
a. posterior arm crossing the elbow
b. posterior lower leg
c. beneath biceps
d. lateral anterior forearm
27. Pitting in the nail bed may be caused by:
a. viral infection
b. a bacterial infection
c. psoriasis
d. parasite infection
28. Hallux valgus is also known as:
a. heel spur
b. corn
c. hammer toe
d. bunion
29. When treating a client with Acne Vulgaris, the direct reflex is:
a. the pituitary gland
b. the thyroid gland
c. the face
d. the digestive system
30. The knee reflex is found
a. on the medial side of the foot
b. on the lateral side of the foot
c. on the plantar aspect of the foot
d. on the dorsal aspect of the foot.
ANSWERS
1b, 2b, 3a, 4d, 5b, 6c, 7d, 8a, 9c, 10d, 11a, 12c, 13b, 14b, 15c, 16c, 17d, 18b
19c, 20a, 21c, 22a, 23b, 24d, 25c, 26d, 27c, 28d, 29c, 30b
1)What is the main bone in upper arm
a)Ulna b)femur c)humerus d)radius
2.what disease/disorder would you have if you had excess cysts on uterus
a) Amedorrhoea b) ectopic pregnancy c) Polycystic ovarian syndrome d)dysmenorrhoea
3)where are the tonsils
a)pharinx, b) trachea c) thyroid d) cant remember
3. what separates the right and left sides of the hart
a) septum, supeerior vena carva c) pulmonary valved) pulmonary valve
4)what stage does spindle fibres disintegrate
a0metaphase, anaphase,telephase,prophase
5. in what does only half the number of chromosomes appear
a)zygote b) embryo c) gamete d)meiosis
6.where would you not find connective tissue
a)blood b)nervesc)lymphoid d)bone
7.what is not found in the epidermis
a) hair shaft b)pours c) melanocytes d) melanin
8.what disease disorder would you have with over production of white cells
a)leukaemia b)haemophilia c) arteriosclerosis d)anaemia
9)what part of the brain is responsible for emotions
a)cerebrum b)cerebellum c) midbrain d)hypothalamus
10.where is the tear duct located
a)nasal b)lacrimal c)zygomatic d) maxilla
11.how many pairs of ribs
a)12 b)4 c)8 d)10
12.how many pairs of nerves in the thoracic
a)12 b)5 c)8 d) 10
13. How many pairs of cranial nerves
a)10 b)5 c)8 d)12
14.where is urine produces
a) kidneys b)urethra ) ureters d)bladder
15.what disease/disorder often affects the big toe
a)gout b)oseo-arthritisc)cant remember
Posted by Allie
1. A client presenting with a small cut on the sole of his/her foot would be contra-indicated to reflexology:
a. totally
b. without medical approval
c. locally
d. would not be contra-indicated to treatment
2. A healthy pregnancy is contra-indicated to treatment during the:
a. whole pregnancy
b. firth 5 months
c. first 8 months
d. first 3 months
3. Contra-indications to reflexology include:
a. phlebitis
b. acne
c. fatigue
d. insomnia
4. Why is a client suffering from psychosis contra-indicated to reflexology?
a. the treatment may cause headaches
b. the treatment may stimulate circulation
c. the treatment may trigger emotional stability
d. the treatment may trigger emotional instability
5. If the big toe was contra-indicated to treatment which area would you work as an alternative?
a. the little toe
b. the thumb
c. the knuckle
d. between the toes
6. Where are the reflex areas for the sinuses situated?
a. below the diaphragm line directly below the forth toe
b. in the tip of the big toe only
c. in the balls of the feet
d. in the tip of the toes
7. The reflex for the shoulder is:
a. on the outside of the sole at the base of the little toe
b. on the outside of the sole at the base of the large toe
c. on the outside edge of the heel
d. on the inside of the sole at the base of the small toe
8. The reflex area for the face is:
a. at the base of the little toe
b. on the ball of the foot
c. at the base of the second, third, and fourth toe
d. at the top of the big toe, around the base of the nail and down to the base of the toe
9. The reflexes for the adrenal glands are:
a. on the soles of both feet slightly above the waistline below the gap between the big toe and 2nd toe
b. on the soles of both feet slightly above the waistline between the 3rd and 4th toe
c. below the big toe and slightly over the ball of the foot
d. on the sides of both feet on the neck of the big toe
10. The pancreas reflex:
a. extends across both feet
b. is on the right foot only
c. is on the left foot only
d. is between the toes on both feet
11. Where is the reflex area for the uterus?
a. on the ball of each foot
b. on the outside of the foot on the midpoint of a diagonal from the ankle bone to the back of the heel
c. on the inside of the foot, on the midpoint of a diagonal between the ankle bone and the back of the heel
d. at the front of the ankle
12. The reflex area for the solar plexus is:
a. on the centre of the diaphragm line
b. on the edge of the diaphragm line
c. just above the diaphragm line
d. just below the diaphragm line
13. The reflex area for the cervical vertebrae is:
a. the medial aspect of the big toe
b. the start of the inner heel to the middle of the heel
c. the lateral edge of the big toe
d. the arch of the foot
14. Where is the gall bladder reflex?
a. on the plantar aspect of the left foot
b. on the front of the right foot
c. on the lateral edge of the left foot
d. on the plantar aspect of the right foot
15. Where is the duodenal reflex area?
a. on the plantar aspect of the right foot on the medial edge
b. on the plantar aspect of the left foot on the medial edge
c. on the plantar aspect of the right foot on the lateral edge
d. on the heel of the right foot
16. When reading the feet you would recognise a heel spur by observing:
a. extra growth of bone in the heel
b. gradual loss of bone density in the heel
c. calcium deficiency in the bone
d. lateral displacement of the heel
17. Smelly feet may indicate:
a. liver problems
b. allergies
c. kidney problems
d. arthritis
18. Rigid feet may indicate:
a. tinea pedis
b. poor lymph drainage
c. pressure points
d. arthritis
19. When reading the feet tinea pedis is more commonly observed:
a. on the base of the foot
b. on the front of the toes
c. between the toes
d. around the ankle
20. Pinkish coloured skin on the feet indicates:
a. poor circulation
b. good circulation
c. poor muscle tone
d. poor elimination of toxins
21. Flabby feet may indicate:
a. good muscle tone
b. poor muscle tome
c. lack of oxygen to the feet
d. good circulation
22. When reading the feet you would recognise hallux valgus by observing:
a. a viral infection on the skin
b. loss or removal of a toe nail
c. lateral displacement of the big toe
d. ingrowing toenail
23. What do warm feet indicate?
a. infection
b. raynaud’s disease
c. poor circulation
d. good circulation
24. Corns may indicate:
a. kidney problems
b. overworked adrenals
c. stress
d. pressure on the skin from ill fitting footwear
25. Hard or calloused skin on the feet may indicate:
a. poor circulation
b. kidney problems
c. poor muscle tone
d. postural problems
26. Acupressure is defied as:
a. fine needles placed at particular points along energy channels of the body in order to unblock, increase or decrease energy flows
b. use of gentle massage on pain relieving pressure points along the energy channels in the toes
c. use of firm thumb or fingertip massage on pain relieving pressure points along energy channels of the of the body in order to unblock, increase or decrease energy flows
d. diagnosis of treatment of mechanical problems in the skeletal system
27. Kinesiology is defined as:
a. manipulation of the joints of the body
b. using physical exercise, massage and the application of pressure to relieve physical pain and muscular tension
c. treating the body’s imbalances by testing the muscles and energy meridians
d. the use of finger or thumb pressure on points along the energy meridians to help relieve pain
28. Homeopathy is defined as the use of:
a. oils
b. diluted natural substances
c. vitamins and minerals
d. bioflavins
29. Bowen technique is defined as:
a. rebalancing of the body using gentle moves on the tissues
b. the use of plants to make herbal remedies
c. use of essential oils for their therapeutic effects
d. infusions of plants to treat mental and emotional problems
30. Bach flower remedies are defined as:
a. infusions of plants with water and alcohol to treat emotional problems
b. using minute doses of bacteria or substances that reflect the client’s physical condition
c. traditional method of using plants and herbs
d. the insertion of fine needles into the skin to help relieve pain
31. Referral procedures are:
a. reference and cross reference of reflex points
b. referral to another complementary or medical practitioner
c. referring to treating other areas of the body
d. referral to consultation form prior to treatment
32. Home care advice following a reflexology treatment is important in order to:
a. maintain the effects of the treatment
b. give more value for money
c. control infections
d. ensure the client makes a follow up appointment
33. Clients should be advised that between treatments they should:
a. have less energy
b. have more energy
c. feel bad tempered
d. feel no relief of symptoms
34. The importance of drinking water immediately after a treatment is to:
a. calm the client
b. flush out the toxins
c. stop micturition
d. induce perspiration
35. It is important to advise the client that for 24-48 hours after treatment they may notice that they:
a. wish to talk a great deal
b. experience more frequent bowel movements
c. feel bad tempered
d. have the desire to laugh a great deal
36. There are 3 transverse lines/zones. They are:
a. head, chest, knees
b. head, chest, thighs
c. shoulder, waist, pelvic
d. chest, thighs, calves
37. Either side of the midline through the centre of the body there are:
a. 2 zones
b. 5 zones
c. 8 zones
d. 10 zones
38. What are meridian lines?
a. lines that appear on the foot if the circulation is poor
b. age lines
c. energy lines
d. line that appear when footwear is too tight
39. The earliest recording of a therapy in the form of reflexology was found:
a. amongst the primitive tribes of Africa
b. in a European museum in the 1500’s
c. in an Egyptian tomb drawing dated 2330 BC
d. in China in the 1920’s
40. Working on one part of a zone will affect:
a. all the other zones
b. only the part of the zone that you are working on
c. the whole of that zone
d. only the zones on the side of the body
41. The direct reflex for indigestion is:
a. all colon reflexes
b. stomach
c. kidneys
d. adrenal glands
42. Associated reflexes for herpes zoster are:
a. adrenals, rhomboids, spine
b. mouth, adrenals, spine
c. lymphatic system, spleen, solar plexus
d. adrenals, thyroid, pituitary
43. The direct reflex for colitis is:
a. stomach
b. small intestine
c. bladder
d. large intestine
44. The reason for working the kidney reflexes is to:
a. encourage better control of the muscle in cases of incontinence
b. benefit the whole excretion process
c. encourage a sense of well being
d. calm the body
45. Associated reflexes for psoriasis include:
a. cervical spine
b. thoracic spine
c. adrenals
d. pelvic muscles
46. Why is it important to observe the client’s face during treatment?
a. to maintain eye contact
b. to make sure the client remains alert
c. to make sure the client remains asleep throughout the treatment
d. to gauge the effects of your pressure
47. The direct reflex for irritable bowel syndrome is:
a. large intestine
b. liver
c. bladder
d. gall bladder
48. The reason for working the duodenal reflex is to:
a. encourage excretion of sweat
b. improve digestion
c. improve circulation
d. improve lymphatic drainage
49. tender areas indicate:
a. practitioner not in the correct position
b. imbalance of flow of energy and circulation
c. over sensitive client
d. practitioner’ pressure too light
50. The associated reflex areas to be worked for cystitis include:
a. bladder
b. lymphatic system
c. diaphragm
d. ovaries
Answers:
1. C 2. D 3. A 4. D 5. B
6. D 7. A 8. D 9. A 10. A
11. C 12. A 13. A 14. D 15. A
16. A 17. C 18. D 19. C 20. B
21. B 22. C 23. D 24. D 25. D
26. C 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. A
31. B 32. A 33. B 34. B 35. B
36. C 37. B 38. C 39. C 40. C
41. B 42. C 43. D 44. B 45. C
46. D 47. A 48. B 49. B 50. B
Hope they are of help
The book I got them from is:
Title: Sample theory papers, with answers, for ITEC examinations
ISBN: 1-903348-06-4
Posted by Donechy:
Where is the direct reflex for indigestion?
Why would you work the duodenum reflex?
What reflex would you work/is connected to smelly feet?
Indirect reflex for inflammation of the eyes?
Where is the pancreas reflex located?
Which zone is the left kidney in?
Where is the sternum reflex?
What reflex would you work for colitis?
Reflexology - A General idea of the syllabus
1) History of Reflexology, influences, influential people ie. Dr William Fitzgerald, Eunice Ingham, Riley, Bayley etc etc
2) Reflex areas, zones, arches - medial, lateral, longitudinal, dorsal , planter etc etc
3) Ailmets & reflexes used to assist treatment ie - asthma, diverticulitis migraine, menopause etc.
4) Anatomy & Physiology
5) Law & Business ie. professional indemnity, negligence, local licencing laws etc.
6) Label diagrams of reflexes & label A&P diagrams
Depending on which board you could be asked about Meridians, Subtle Energy, First Aid etc etc ..
MCQ ITEC Reflexology
Positive: which one of these is a direct reflex for colitis
Negative: which one of these in NOT a direct reflex for colitis
)where is the duodenum reflex
q)Is the pancreas reflex on? ie:left foot, both feet etc
q) direct reflex for colitis
q) Indirect reflex for cystitis
q) 5 or 6 questions on where the points were
q) which area on the foot does the liver cover ie: below midline toes 4&5 left foot, below midline toes 3&4 left foot
what is hallux valgus? ie lateral displacement of big toes,
what is plantar fascitis? Plantar fasciitis is a condition usually linked with flat feet. There is a lot of pain when putting pressure on the soles of the feet. This is caused by ligaments that run the length of the foot becoming stretched and inflamed and sometimes calcifying, leading to another condition called spur heel. I've had both plantar fasciitis and spur heel and this condition was helped by having a biomechanical assessment and orthotics fitted.
Therapywise "I have been told by quite a few people that we need to revise everything from the Louise Tucker book."
Squiggs "We have been working from reflexology a practical approach by Vicki Pitman. "
AShropshireLady "Although the exam was supposed to be two hours long i completed it in about 40 minutes (having gone over and over it). The questions were fairly common sense and simple...........5 questions alone were on other therapies...........which is a massive 10 points. I think you only need 65 to pass. I got 94% without any revising so if you do revise you should easily get 100% (smile). "
By Bombshell
hey guys!! had my ITEC reflexology theory today....was quite tricky. here are some questions that i can remember!!! hope they are of some help!!
- What is the minimum time that must be left for a recent fracture before it can be worked
a) 3 months b) 6 months c) 1 year
-how long would you have to wait before treating someone that has a small scar tissue?
a) 3 months b) 6 months c) 1 year
-What is an associated reflex for hayfever?
a) Ileo-caecal valve B) Adrenals c)Stomach d) face
- What is an associated reflex for duodenal ulcers?
a) stomach B) duodenum C) Small intestine D) liver
- What are the direct reflexes for cystitis?
- what transverse line is just above the tarsals?
- What is a direct reflex for acne?
- What are the associated reflexes for migranes?
the alternative therapies..alexander technique/Reiki/kinesology
- what group of people said that massaging the feet helped to treat physical, spiritual and mental well being?
a)Chinese B)ankmahorese C) American Indians D)Egyptians
- How would you recognise kidney problems through the feet?(i found this quite tricky, and these are the actual options!!! )
A) sweaty feet B) swollen toes C)Pink colouration d)Rigid feet (I said swaety but thought that was for hormonal imbalances!!)
- what would be an indication of a hormonal imbalance on the feet?
-what therapies paved the way for reflexology?
a) acupuncture/acupressure B) shiatsu/kineseology
-where is the appendix located? (in terms of zones both longitudinal and transverse)
_Where is the ileo-ceacal valve located?(same as above ques in terms of location)
what reflex has 4 reflexes crossing over it?
a) Pancreas B)neck C) brain
the pancreas :
A) extends across both feet B) is on the right foot only C0 on the left foot only
What is the position of the gallbladder? (again in terms of longitudinal zones and which foot)
Which of these is located on both feet just above the pelvic line?
a) Bladder B) Kidneys C)adrenals D)shoulder
where are the cervical vertebrae located?
Referral procedures and cross referral areas came up
Where is the sacro iliac joint on the hand?
What is the location of the prostate gland?
What is the location of the duodenum.
Which one of these would not be a local contraindication?
a)parkinsons disease b)haematoma C) small bruise D) Acne
how would you recognise a heel spur?
How would you recognise a corn?
a Person under the influence of alcohol would be contraindicated:
a) locally B) Totally C) depends on their demeanour D) not at all
Hallux valgus is commonly known as what?
By casrclift
We have just done the ITEC Reflexology Practical yesterday and here is some feedback.
The examiner was very very friendly, put us all at our ease and smiled a lot and was very encouraging when asking questions.
Our Tutor rang us last night with our results and we all passed BUT we did get quite a lot of negative feedback.
So - you must sit with your back supported by the chair at all times. You must sit up and not slouch (the person who got this negative criticism gives excellent reflexology treatments !)
Hair must be plastered to head, off forehead and behind ears with not 'fashionable tendrils' falling out if you have it up.
Get up and great your client ! Our examiner was so friendly and relaxed at the start and our clients were all sitting in the front of the salon. The examiner just said ok, go to your therapist now (all jolly and it was almost like a free for all) two of us were using the front couches and our clients were with us before we knew it - apparently we didn't stand up to greet them ! So worth remembering.
The questions : she just spent a short time with each of us, What would you do for hay fever and show me the areas to work
What would you do for whiplash.
What's the importance of consultation and foot reading.
What reactions might you expect to get from your client during a treatment.
Book title - Sample theory papers with answers for ITEC examinations
Hi
I have tried to get a copy of this book but to no avail. Can you advise where you got your copy.
Thanks
Rosie
hi iam sitting the itec reflexology in june am a bit nervious can someone quide me what the questions might be and are they repeat ones? what do the examiner look for practicle test many thanks ajay