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MMS - Fibromyalgia CE Course Examination Answer Form

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Question 1. Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, aching, stiffness and is experienced more frequently in men.

a) True
b) False

Question 2. FMS has been shown in numerous studies to occur following a traumatic injury, such as an automobile accident.

a) True
b) False

Question 3. Blood glucose levels, SMA -18 and Rheumatoid factor are some of the tests doctors use to diagnose FMS

a) True
b) False

Question 4. FMS patients may have hypothyroidism, which is the result of too much thyroid hormone.

a) True
b) False

Question 5. FMS clients may experience muscle soreness for days due to low growth hormone levels.

a) True
b) False

Question 6. In FMS, pain can be extremely high. In some cases FMS patients are treated with anti-seizure medications.

a) True
b) False

Question 7. During the night we normally pass through four stages of sleep.

a) True
b) False

Question 8. The sleep disturbance in FMS occurs at stages 2 and 3.

a) True
b) False

Question 9. Some Fibromyalgia (FM) patients experience trigger points and may benefit from botox injections into the trigger points.

a) True
b) False

Question 10. Tender points are unique to FM and when touched feel tender to the person.

a) True
b) False

Question 11. The most common pain areas for people with FM include the neck and feet, which is due (in most part to a forward lean posture.

a) True
b) False

Question 12. One of the most frustrating symptoms of FMS is fatigue.

a) True
b) False

Question 13. Studies have shown that aerobic exercise can be effective for those with FMS because it reduces tender point pain and increases serotonin levels.

a) True
b) False

Question 14. Except for individuals with hypermobile joints, individuals with FMS should spend more time stretching before a workout.

a) True
b) False

Question 15. Breaking workout sessions into 2-3 times a day initially for FM clients is better than 1 long session.

a) True
b) False

Question 16. Individuals with FM should not stretch after an exercise session.

a) True
b) False

Question 17. Low impact aerobics is more effective for FM individuals than high impact aerobics.

a) True
b) False

Question 18. While healthy individuals may see improvement results from exercise in 4 weeks, it may take as long as 6 months for FM clients individuals to see improvement.

a) True
b) False

Question 19. Repeated moving and lifting may adversely exacerbate symptoms of FM, while light desk and phone work does not.

a) True
b) False

Question 20. Cognitive behavior therapy attempts to change irrational thought patterns by finding the positive in your negative thinking.

a) True
b) False

Question 21. Biofeedback is a non-invasive test that measures heart rate, muscle tension, respiration and body temperature.

a) True
b) False

Question 22. Depression can lower your serotonin.

a) True
b) False

Question 23. A remission of FM symptoms can last for years.

a) True
b) False

Question 24. A Vegan diet has been shown to help reduce FM symptoms.

a) True
b) False

Question 25. Most FMS patients do not report sensitivities to foods, drugs and chemicals.

a) True
b) False

Question 26. Fat soluble vitamins, like Vitamin A, can accumulate in the body and exert effects for many months.

a) True
b) False

Question 27. Creatine may help provide more energy for FM individuals.

a) True
b) False

Question 28. According to the American College of Rheumatology, an individual is diagnosed with FMS when palpation is painful in 11 out of 18 tender points, and pain has persisted for at least 3 months.

a) True
b) False

Question 29. Tension headaches are a symptom linked to FM.

a) True
b) False

Question 30. Trigger points are also called tender points.

a) True
b) False

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