MBLEx Review

Lubricants are used in massage therapy for:

Which muscle attaches onto the lesser tubercle of the humerus?

Which of the following characterizes polarity?

What makes massage of the face more difficult than massage of the back?

When developing a treatment plan for a client with a special need, which of the following applies?

Touch applied with the intent of achieving a specific anatomical or physiologic outcome is called:

What happens to the body in the sympathetic nervous system?

Which of the following behaviors would interfere with the success of co-workers?

The primary function of the kidney is to do what?

Which spinal nerves are included in the brachial plexus?

What should be included in the A of a SOAP note?

The normal adult respiratory rate per minute is in which range?

Temporary cessation of breathing is called what?

According to the NCBTMB code of ethics, draping is for:

Filtrate is a fluid in the urinary system. Which of the following is TRUE about filtrate?

Your client has been diagnosed with CHF and states his doctor says “Massage is okay.” Your best choice is to:

Which muscles attach onto the tibial tuberosity?

Inflammation

What term did Hippocrates use to classify phlegm, blood, yellow bile, and black bile?

The lateral arcuate ligament of the diaphragm surrounds what muscle?

A treatment plan for general full-body massage with the goal of relaxation would be considered:

A therapeutic relationship…

The autonomic nervous system is broken down into which two sub categories?

Which type of contraction occurs when an antagonist muscle contracts?

The information collected from the client during history taking and assessment procedures is called:

When the strength of a nerve impulse causes the muscle to tense, but not contract, it is called:

All but one of the following massage modalities were developed by osteopaths. Which one?

What is the name of the sphincter that is located at the junction of the stomach and small intestine?

Which of the following is NOT true of a contraindication?

Massage over injection sites is avoided because the massage can interfere with what aspect of a medicine?

Which of the statements pertaining to the Ayurvedic approach is NOT true?

Which of the following accurately describes scope of practice for therapeutic massage?

What is a contraindication to pregnancy massage?

A therapist-client role presents itself as a what?

Which of the following are Asian approaches to body work?

The primary function of red blood cells (RBC’s) is what?

In traditional Chinese medicine, which element represents late summer and nurturing?

If a massage practitioner receives an hourly wage, he is considered:

Unmyelinated axons are also referred to as what?

The position in which the body weight is shifted from one foot to the other while standing is called what type of stance

One of the most influential massage researchers of current times is:

Which of the following spa treatment is primarily hydrotherapy based

Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

Which of the following is a quality of an Unsuccessful employee

Transverse friction produces increased blood which creates?

Which of the following belongs in a treatment plan?

The brain’s hypothalamus prompts which part of the pituitary gland to release, and inhibit its release of, hormones?

A general rule that applies to body mechanics is to keep:

Massage would be most useful in treating?

When working with a client with pain of a musculoskeletal origin, What structures are the most sensitive to pain?

Which of the following will most likely result in neck pain when performing massage therapy?

How do trigger points develop?

A personal space that exist within an arm’s-length perimeter is a:

What does “being safe” mean for a massage therapist?

Which muscle of facial expression puckers the lips?

What stretching technique directs the stretch to a more specific aspect of a muscle or muscle group?

A massage therapist takes a few moments before each massage to clear they mine. This is called:

What stages does the client’s body go through when receiving a cold treatment?

Who or what is amma?

The hormones that increase the overall metabolic rate of cells are secreted by which gland?

Reciprocity means that:

Sometimes, as you massage, you may notice the client’s body repeatedly becoming tense. You may need to:

Career support given by someone more experienced is called:

Inflammation of the mucous membrane that surrounds the abdominal cavity is called

The term ischemia describes:

Massage is contraindicated for?

Polarity therapy, a central neutral energy axis is formed by:

Which massage technique is indicated for acute rheumatoid arthritis?

A massage practitioner considering advertising and other promotional options is most likely:

Regarding burns, which statement is NOT correct?

All of the following or healthy workplace practices except

Law is…

Which type of joint is classified as slightly movable?

If the weight is placed on the front foot during massage, the client is likely to experience the massage as:

A massage therapist often works with athletes during training. Occasionally, what will he have to do?

Which of the following is a method that prevent the spread of disease?

A massage therapist can prevent injury by:

Inspiration occurs when the pressure within what structure falls below the atmospheric pressure?

Unethical behavior is always…..

Which muscles are lateral hamstring muscles?

Which of the following is most affected by a light depth of pressure with slight drag?

Ethics are characterized as:

For basic massage, the physical assessment is often limited to:

Alpha and beta cells are most closely associated with which body system?

Which of the following is a skin condition resulting from rapid replication of epithelial cells?

Which of the following is NOT true about Pehr Henrik Ling?

Which of the following is most important when using a lubricant

Which gland produces bile?

If one experiences weight loss, palm sweating, and tachycardia, a probable cause would be?

How long should a massage therapist keep a client’s records?

Which of the following career paths would be most likely appropriate for insurance reimbursement?

For a patient with phlebitis, which technique would you use?

What is an eccentric function of the gastrocnemius?

Peyer’s patches and tonsils are most closely associated with which body system?

Of the following options, Which is not a mechanical force That can be produced by massage Techniques?

Critical thinking skills include…

If a client arrives for a massage drunk, the therapist can refuse to massage based on what?

Which of the following should not be included in an incident report?

Which layer of the epidermis is held in place by a basement membrane?

Which is the Yang organ of digestion that peaks from 9pm to 11p? It’s element is fire, and has 23 acupressure points.