Page ii Massage.EliteCME.com Complete Your CE Test Online - Click Here Table of Contents CE for Illinois Massage Therapists This chapter addresses a range of issues of concern to the professional massage therapist and introduces a number of concepts important to the ethical practice of massage therapy. Successful completion of the course will equip you with the basic concepts and rationale for ethical decision- making in your practice, to help to navigate unknown ethical territory, identify questionable behavior, and develop a sense for “red flags” of potential conflict, as well as take steps to resolve these issues. Equally important, it will help you know when to seek professional guidance with a supervisor or mentor, or turn to other appropriate resources for professional assistance. Ethics in Massage Therapy Final Exam Page 9 CHAPTER 2: CONDUCTING A PROFESSIONAL CLIENT INTERVIEW AND MASSAGE THERAPY SESSION Page 10 This course will describe the rationale and method for establishing client rapport. It will also explain the rehabilitative process for clients needing pain relief, explain body positioning, draping, and how to create a setting conducive to client relaxation and comfort. In addition, this course will describe what clients may expect to feel following a massage session. Conducting a Professional Client Interview and Massage Therapy Session Final Exam Page 17 CHAPTER 3: HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN THE UNITED STATES: FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC VICTIMS Page 18 Human trafficking is one of the fastest growing criminal industries prompting academic researchers around the world to work to eradicate this modern form of slavery. In this course you will be able to identify signs that may indicate human trafficking is occuring, and how to tell the difference between human smuggling and human trafficking. Also, this course will provide you with resourses of information to help with intervention, what steps to take if human trafficking is suspected and how to help in the rescue of a person being trafficked. Human Trafficking in the United States: Foreign and Domestic Victims Final Exam Page 31 CHAPTER 4: MEDICATION AND MASSAGE THERAPY: INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY Page 32 Massage is a highly effective treatment for many conditions, but can do considerable harm if applied inappropriately. As a practitioner, awareness of contraindications and endangerment sites related to specific organs and organ systems (for example, avoiding pressure or compression on the heart, liver, spleen, kidneys and lymphatic structures) is critical to the client’s health. If there are any doubts or concerns regarding a specific case, always err on the side of caution. If a physician or other health care professional’s approval is required, do not proceed without explicit permission from the client’s personal physician, specialist or other appropriate health care professional. Medication and Massage Therapy: Introduction to Pharmacology Final Exam Page 51 Final Examination Answer Sheet Page 53 Course Evaluation Page 54 CHAPTER 1: ETHICS IN MASSAGE THERAPY Page 1 What if I Still Have Questions? No problem! We have several options for you to choose from! Online at Massage.EliteCME.com you will see our robust FAQ section that answers many of your questions, simply click FAQ in the upper right hand corner or Email us at office@elitecme. com or call us toll free at 1-866-344-0973, Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, EST. PLUS... Lowest Price Guaranteed Serving Professionals Since 1999 All 12 Hrs ONLY $50 Elite Continuing Education ©2018. All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Elite Professional Education, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge in the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal or professional advice. Elite Professional Education, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal or professional services expert licensed in your state. Elite Professional Education, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing, but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation or circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials.