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. raynauds 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 bodys 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 clients 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 1500s
c. in an Egyptian tomb drawing dated 2330 BC
d. in China in the 1920s
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 clients 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