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MBLEx Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination Questions and Answers

Questions 4

Which bone does the tibialis anterior insert into?

Options:

A.

Base of the first metacarpal

B.

Medial cuneiform

C.

Navicular

D.

Calcanius

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Questions 5

The cerebral cortex is responsible for ____________.

Options:

A.

consciousness

B.

hormone production

C.

regulating the heartbeat

D.

muscle motor functions

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Questions 6

The plasma membrane is also known as ____________________.

Options:

A.

phospholipid bilayer

B.

peripheral protein

C.

cytoplasm

D.

branching cells

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Questions 7

Carbohydrate digestion mostly occurs at which point in the digestive tract?

Options:

A.

Mouth

B.

Stomach

C.

Small intestine

D.

Large intestine

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Questions 8

As a self-employed sole proprietor or independent contractor, how often are you required to file form 1040ES with the IRS?

Options:

A.

Bi-monthly

B.

Quarterly

C.

Bi-yearly

D.

Yearly

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Questions 9

Neutrophils, basophils and eosinophils are types of __________________.

Options:

A.

eukocytes

B.

myocytes

C.

pathogens

D.

enzymes

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Questions 10

The tendinoperiosteal junction is located between the muscle and tendon.

Options:

A.

TRUE

B.

FALSE

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Questions 11

With regard to range of motion testing, a hard end feel is typically a ____________ experience for a client.

Options:

A.

painless

B.

slightly painful

C.

moderately painful

D.

very painful

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Questions 12

During the objective portion of a massage intake, what information will the therapist gather from a functional assessment?

Options:

A.

Muscular deviations

B.

Restricted and painful movement patterns

C.

Tissue texture and temperature

D.

Cause of soft tissue injuries

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Questions 13

The main function of the epiglottis is to:

Options:

A.

Produce sound and vocalization

B.

Protect the airway during swallowing

C.

Deliver oxygen to the lungs

D.

Protect the esophagus during eating

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Questions 14

A massage therapist has created a beautiful and comfortable space for treatment. They have posted their rates in clear view on the wall and created a well thought out intake form. They are extra careful to be aware of informed consent and client disclosure, as well as following all state and federal laws for running a massage practice. Which of the following best describes the guidance a massage therapist follows for establishing their practice.

Options:

A.

Confidentiality

B.

Framework

C.

Professional boundaries

D.

Personal boundaries

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Questions 15

Humans are considered to have an open circulation system.

Options:

A.

TRUE

B.

FALSE

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Questions 16

On which bone would you locate the infraglenoid tubercle?

Options:

A.

Clavicle

B.

Pelvic

C.

Calcaneuos

D.

Scapula

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Questions 17

Which best describes mitosis?

Options:

A.

Cell division

B.

Cell death

C.

Muscle infection

D.

Inflammation

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Questions 18

Which heart valve is the mitral valve?

Options:

A.

Tricuspid

B.

Bicuspid

C.

Pulmonary semilunar

D.

Aortic semilunar

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Questions 19

Where are cubital lymph nodes located?

Options:

A.

Knees

B.

Thoracic cavity

C.

Neck

D.

Elbow

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Questions 20

Where would you locate stratum lucidum?

Options:

A.

heart

B.

muscle

C.

skin

D.

bone

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Questions 21

An epiphyseal line on a bone indicates what?

Options:

A.

The bone has begun a new growth phase.

B.

The bone was previously fractured in that location.

C.

The bone has stopped growing.

D.

The bone has reached its adult length.

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Questions 22

Which system is also known as the excretory system?

Options:

A.

Integumentary

B.

Digestive

C.

Urinary

D.

Respiratory

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Questions 23

When are massage therapists allowed to disclose confidential information about the client to third parties without the client's consent?

Options:

A.

When the massage therapist is placed in danger

B.

When required by law or court order

C.

When the massage therapist has suspicion of child abuse

D.

All of the above

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Questions 24

Which muscle is flexed during forced exhalation?

Options:

A.

Abdominals

B.

Rectus femoris

C.

Diaghram

D.

llliopsoas

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Questions 25

A hip joint that feels restricted and lacking in movement is considered hypermobile.

Options:

A.

TRUE

B.

FALSE

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Questions 26

Which of the following hormones is responsible for the regulation of metabolism?

Options:

A.

Thyroxine

B.

FSH

C.

Progesterone

D.

Adrenaline

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Questions 27

A therapist may legally engage in sexual relations with a client if they:

Options:

A.

Obtain written permission from a lawyer

B.

Officially end the client/therapist relationship within a week before intercourse occurs

C.

Maintained a sexual relationship prior to developing a client/therapist relationship

D.

A therapist should never engage a client in intercourse

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Questions 28

The dynamics between a client and a massage professional are complex, which creates an immediate _______________.

Options:

A.

friendship

B.

relationship

C.

power imbalance

D.

power equality

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Questions 29

There are two main roles between a therapist and a client. The first role is as a massage therapist and the second role is as ___________________.

Options:

A.

an instructor

B.

a counselor

C.

a professional

D.

a confidant

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Questions 30

What is the outside membrane of the myelin sheath called?

Options:

A.

Astrocyte

B.

endroglia

C.

Axons

D.

Neurilemma

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Questions 31

The protein that stores oxygen in skeletal muscle cells is:

Options:

A.

Myosin

B.

Hemoglobin

C.

Myoglobin

D.

Troponin

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Questions 32

In humans, which part of the brain is located superiorly to all others?

Options:

A.

Cerebellum

B.

Diencephaion

C.

Telencephalon

D.

IPons

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Questions 33

Which of the following massage techniques should not be offered in a medical massage office?

Options:

A.

Feldenkrais

B.

ITantric

C.

Neuromuscular

D.

Hellerwork

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Questions 34

Your last client of the day asks to treat you to a few drinks. What is the correct response?

Options:

A.

Suggest another time

B.

Say "yes" as long as it is not too expensive

C.

End your professional relationship with them

D.

Decline the invitation in order to keep the relationship professional

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Questions 35

Which of the following determines the necessary certifications and educational requirements for licensure?

Options:

A.

State regulations

B.

AMTA quidelines

C.

HIPAA requlations

D.

Federal agency

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Questions 36

All of the following are effects of aging on the skin EXCEPT:

Options:

A.

Decrease in number of hair follicles

B.

Thinner epidermis layer

C.

Fewer melanocytes

D.

Increased sweat gland activity

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Questions 37

The linea aspera is located on which of the following bones?

Options:

A.

Humerus

B.

Tibia

C.

Uina

D.

Femur

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Questions 38

Upon administering the passive range of motion test on the neck of your client, you find a mild decrease in rotation to the right. Which muscle would be shortened?

Options:

A.

Left levator scapularis

B.

Right levator scapularis

C.

Left trapezius

D.

Right semispinalis capitis

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Questions 39

A client has requested to receive visceral manipulation from a massage practitioner who has no experience or training in visceral manipulation but has a general understanding of the technique. The client has received visceral manipulation from other massage therapists and insists that he can teach the practitioner to provide the treatment. The client is not affiliated with any aspect of healthcare. Choose the best option to proceed.

Options:

A.

Massage the client but avoid any attempt to provide visceral manipulation.

B.

Massage the client while attempting to provide visceral manipulation.

C.

Massage the client while learning from the client's experience of visceral manipulation.

D.

Refer the client to a practitioner who is trained in visceral manipulation.

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Questions 40

A massage therapist has worked with a particular client for over a year now. In the last couple of massages, the therapist has noticed a shift in the way the client responds to the treatment but is not able to discern anything specific. What could the massage therapist do to help the situation with the client?

Options:

A.

Talk with the client about intimacy issues.

B.

Be sure to adjust body language towards the client.

C.

Refer to a peer for support.

D.

Sign up for a continuing education class to deal with the client

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Questions 41

What do the levator scapulae, trapezius (upper fibers), biceps brachii, subscapularis and soleus all have in common?

Options:

A.

Act on the shoulder

B.

Phasic muscles

C.

Postural muscles

D.

Fast twitch muscle

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Questions 42

What is known as the “molecular unit of currency “?

Options:

A.

Actin

B.

ATP

C.

T cells

D.

Gamma qlobulins

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Questions 43

When a client asks for personal information about their friend which happens to be a client, the correct response should be _______________.

Options:

A.

to discuss the details

B.

to end the conversation

C.

to tell them some but not all details

D.

to find a way to turn the focus back on them

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Questions 44

Which body system do the tonsils belong to?

Options:

A.

Digestive

B.

Cardiovascular

C.

Endocrine

D.

Immune

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Questions 45

What is the medical term for the shoulder joint?

Options:

A.

Facet joint

B.

Acromioclavicular joint

C.

Glenohumeral joint

D.

Humeroclavicular

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Questions 46

Where would you locate the obturator foramen?

Options:

A.

Pelvis

B.

Jaw

C.

Skull

D.

Spine

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Questions 47

When a client’s skin is discolored with a bluish tint, this would be an indication of which body system dysfunction?

Options:

A.

Skin

B.

Nervous

C.

Muscular

D.

Cardiovascular

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Questions 48

Having a discussion with a client about the positive and potentially negative effects of massage for a certain condition is an example of _______________.

Options:

A.

informed consent

B.

ethics

C.

framework

D.

personal boundaries

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Questions 49

What is another name for the alimentary canal?

Options:

A.

Ear canal

B.

Digestive tract

C.

Hepatic portal vein

D.

Nasal cavity

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Questions 50

Which of the following procedures is an exfoliating treatment?

Options:

A.

Salt glow

B.

Aromatherapy bath

C.

Herbal wrap

D.

Steam bath

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Questions 51

Which of the following best describes HIPAA?

Options:

A.

(Therapeutic relationship

B.

Patient rights

C.

Office safety

D.

Credentialinq

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Questions 52

S.O.A.P. is the acronym for detailing our interaction with a client throughout the treatment. Which of the following choices best describes the function of S?

Options:

A.

Homework

B.

Evaluation

C.

Summary of findings

D.

Client experience

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Questions 53

Celiac refers to which location in the body?

Options:

A.

Abdomen

B.

Mouth

C.

Brain

D.

Chest

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Questions 54

Which of the following choices best describes the function of P, in the acronym S.O.A.P.?

Options:

A.

Future visits

B.

Evaluation

C.

Summary of findings

D.

Initial complaint

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Questions 55

Refer to the following to answer the next 3 questions:A 43 year old female client presents with pain in the right hand with episodes of pins and needles and occasional numbness. Upon inspection you notice a slight bluish discoloration of her arm and sensitivities of her right anterior neck. She claims to be under a lot of stress at work and she has been working overtime lately at a desk job typing 8-10 hours a day. What condition is the client most likely experiencing?

Options:

A.

Carpal tunnel

B.

Thoracic outlet

C.

Cubital tunnel

D.

Rotator cuff injury

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Questions 56

What do the terms systole and diastole refer to?

Options:

A.

Kidney process

B.

Breathing cycle

C.

Heart beat

D.

Immune function

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Questions 57

Which activity is likely to cause the most lactic acid build up in a client?

Options:

A.

A long car ride

B.

Walking up stairs

C.

A long walk

D.

Sprinting

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Questions 58

On a unique occasion, a client appears depressed and mentions suicide as a possible option for dealing with life. Suggesting the client seek professional help is considered _______________.

Options:

A.

inappropriate

B.

beyond the scope of practice

C.

a personal preference

D.

a professional obligation

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Questions 59

Which is an example of a triangular muscle?

Options:

A.

Frontalis

B.

Deltoid

C.

Soleus

D.

Masseter

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Questions 60

A client can experience phantom pain if they have _______________.

Options:

A.

a psychological disorder

B.

diabetes

C.

lost a limb

D.

a neurological dysfunction

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Questions 61

Which of the following cells are important to blood clotting?

Options:

A.

Erythrocytes

B.

Leukocytes

C.

Phagocytes

D.

Thrombocytes

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Questions 62

What do boundaries clarify?

Options:

A.

Our needs and desires

B.

Our need to protect ourselves

C.

Our need to protect our

D.

Our personal limits and expectations

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Questions 63

A postural assessment may be performed while a client is at rest in a supine position.

Options:

A.

TRUE

B.

FALSE

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Questions 64

Bones, ligaments, blood vessels and nerves are known as ____________.

Options:

A.

contractile tissues

B.

nert tissues

C.

soft tissues

D.

hard tissues

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Questions 65

What best describes pain that has no known physical cause?

Options:

A.

Neuroglia

B.

Psychosomatic

C.

Visceral

D.

Phantom

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Questions 66

What does a “z-line” refer to?

Options:

A.

A spinal disorder

B.

Border of a sarcomere

C.

A cardiology report

D.

Type of bone fracture

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Questions 67

Applying force against an active movement by a client during an assessment is _______________.

Options:

A.

active ROM

B.

active-assisted ROM C.

C.

passive ROM

D.

resistive ROM

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Questions 68

Which muscle would be shortened in a client with an increased lordotic curvature?

Options:

A.

qluteals

B.

trapezius

C.

scalenes

D.

psoas

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Questions 69

Placing your hands onto a client to assess their condition is known as a _______________ assessment.

Options:

A.

visual

B.

palpation

C.

subjective

D.

postural

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Questions 70

Which of the following valves is between the stomach and the small intestine?

Options:

A.

Pyloric

B.

Mitral

C.

Ileocecal

D.

Eustachian

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Questions 71

Malpractice insurance is a requirement by Federal law.

Options:

A.

TRUE

B.

FALSE

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Questions 72

A trigger point that only produces pain while palpated is _______________.

Options:

A.

active trigger point

B.

primary trigger point

C.

secondary trigger point

D.

latent trigger point

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Questions 73

Which is the correct order of anatomical organization in the human body, from the most basic to the more complex?

Options:

A.

Cell, organ, tissue

B.

Cell, tissue, organ

C.

Tissue, cell, organ

D.

Organ, cell, tissue

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Questions 74

How many arches are in a normal human foot?

Options:

A.

1

B.

2

C.

3

D.

4

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Questions 75

Which best describes auscultation?

Options:

A.

watching

B.

listening

C.

palpating

D.

concluding

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Exam Code: MBLEx
Exam Name: Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination
Last Update: Dec 12, 2024
Questions: 251

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