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01/24/2017

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What is the definition of Reflexology?
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Reflexology is the science that deals with energy pathways that corresponds with all parts of the body. It is a unique method using both the thumb and fingers to reflex all of these areas on both the hands and feet.
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Name the bones of the feet
Definition
phalanges, metatarsals, cuneiform, navicular, cuboid, calcaneous, talus.
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Name the 4 major landmarks on the feet
Definition
diaphragm, pelvis, waistline, longitudinal tendon.
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Approximately how many nerve endings are there in the bottom of each foot?
Definition
72 hundred
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T/F: Reflexology is a science.
Definition
True
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T/F: Reflexology is massage.
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false
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T/F: Reflexology is sometimes referred to as zone therapy.
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true
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T/F: An average adult session should require at least 30 minutes.
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true
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T/F: Reflexology is a diagnostic tool.
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false
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T/F: People sometimes benefit.
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false
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T/F: The liver performs over 500 functions.
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true
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T/F: Bile does not have a laxative effect.
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false
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T/F: The pancreas reflex is mainly located on the right foot.
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false
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T/F: The salivary glands produce about 3 pints of saliva per day.
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true
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T/F: The right lung has 3 lobes.
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true
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T/F: Working on children requires a full 30 minute session.
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false.
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T/F: The feet have 26 bones in each foot.
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true
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T/F: Reflexology treats for specific conditions.
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false
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Reflexology relieves ...
Definition
tension
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Reflexology improves ... and ... supply
Definition
circulation and blood
Term
Female gonads are called
Definition
ovaries
Term
male gonads are called
Definition
testes
Term
the ... gland functions as a light receptor.
Definition
pineal
Term
The ... gland is both an endocrine gland and part of the lymphatic system.
Definition
thymus
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The ... is both an exocrine gland and endocrine gland.
Definition
pancreas
Term
Sex hormones are released by the ... and ...
Definition
ovaries and testes
Term
The adrenal glands are situated above the ...
Definition
kidneys
Term
Hyperthyroidism is an ... active thyroid.
Definition
over
Term
Hypothyroidism is an ... active thyroid
Definition
under
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the ... gland is the largest of the endocrine glands.
Definition
pancreas
Term
the ... gland is shaped like a pine cone.
Definition
pineal
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The ... is the master gland.
Definition
pituitary
Term
the ... gland surrounds the urethra in the male.
Definition
prostate
Term
the ... are responsible for urine excretion from the kidneys.
Definition
uretors
Term
The breaking down of fats is a major function of ... and is stored in the gallbladder until needed.
Definition
bile
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The ... is the main heat producing organ in the body.
Definition
liver
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The ... are a part of the lymphatic system and are located in the throat at the back of the tongue.
Definition
tonsils
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The ... is made up of two symmetrical hemispheres.
Definition
brain
Term
The large toes represent the
Definition
brain
Term
The small toes represent the ... area
Definition
sinus and brain
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The inside of the foot is the ... side
Definition
medial
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The outside of the foot is the ...side.
Definition
lateral
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The heart is mainly located on the ... foot.
Definition
left
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The spleen is located between the 4th and 5t zones on the ... foot.
Definition
left
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There are ... zones on each great toe.
Definition
5
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There are ... lobes in the left lung.
Definition
2
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There are ... phalanges in each foot.
Definition
14
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There are 5 ... bones in each foot.
Definition
metatarsals
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The bottom of the foot is called the ... side.
Definition
plantar
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The spine is also made up of ... vertebrae.
Definition
26
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There are 4 natural curves in the ... as well as the ...
Definition
foot and spine
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There are 3 ... bones in each foot.
Definition
cuneiform
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