Homework October 4th - 8th

Home work
October 4th 2004
Explain the following terms:
• electrolysis
• anode
• cathode.
How does a battery produce electricity
to power equipment?

What do the following measure?
• volts (V)
• amps (A) or amperes
• watts (W).
Why may amperage need to be adjusted when performing an electrical treatment to the skin?
Name three good conductors and three Poor conductors electrical appliances? Poor of electricity.
In what way do fuses protect electrical appliances?
How is the correct size of cartridge fuse selected when connecting a plug to
an appliance?

Homework 5th October
What is the function of the following components which may be found in electrical appliances?
• transformer
• capacitor
• rectifier.

How do essential oils enter the body?
Describe how the olfactory system is affected by the inhalation of aromatherapy oils.
Describe five physiological effects of essential oils on the body.
How does massage assist in the penetration of essential oils?
What are the properties of essential oils?
How is the quantity of oil selected for a client?
Why is the environment of the treatment area important when
performing aromatherapy massage?
How would you prepare the treatment area?


Homework 6th October 2004
If a client disliked the smell of the essential oils chosen what would you
do?
Why must detailed records be kept on the essential oil blends used with clients?
What are the risks associated with using undiluted oils on the skin?
Name four contra-indications to aromatherapy massage.
Why must care be taken when selecting oils for a client with sensitive skin? Which oils should not
be selected and why?

Name three oils that you could select for the following effects:
• uplighting
• relaxing
• stimulating.
What is a commercially acceptable time for a full body aromatherapy massage?
How would you choose a carrier oil in which to blend your essential oils?

Homework 7th and 8th October
What advice would you give to a client regarding the storage of essential oils?
How might a client use essential oils at home?
State the aftercare advice that should be given to a client following aromatherapy massage treatment.
Name three contra-actions that could occur following aromatherapy massage.
You are required to consider the following:
The questions you will need to ask a client when preparing her treatment plan.
How and where the information will be recorded.
Discussing the treatment plan for each client, including:
• the physical and psychological objectives of the treatment
• the consultation techniques used
• the essential oils and carrier oils selected and details of the blend quantities
• the body parts to be treated
• the massage techniques to be used and why.
Following each aromatherapy massage discuss the following:
• how long each client treatment took to complete
• the aftercare advice provided for each client including the rest period recommendation following
massage, home-care advice and further treatment recommendations
• whether the objectives of the treatment were met - client feedback as well as your own comments
• what information was added to the client records directly after treatment application.