Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Exam Actual Questions

1. Where would stratified transitional epithelium be located?

2. Which of the following surrounds the individual fibers within a nerve?

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3. What are acetylcholine and catecholamines?

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4. What is the control center of a cell?

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5. Assisting a client with a movement during a palpation assessment is Available Choices (select all choices that are correct)

6. Throughout the years, a massage therapist can learn a multitude of disciplines which can be used during treatments. A massage therapist who works with pregnant mothers, athletes and repetitive stress injuries is best described as using.

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

8. The occipitals contribute to TMJD.

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9. Which type of nerves are stimulated by massage to send messages to the central nervous system?

10. An epiphyseal line on a bone indicates what?

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

12. _______________ is the knowledge base and practice parameters of the massage profession.

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13. A massage therapist that conducts a regular self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses, respects the privacy of client information and upholds the standards of professionalism is adhering to Available Choices (select all choices that are correct)

14. A hematocrit is a medical test for ____________________.

15. Choose the correct definition of the anatomical term “foramen”.

16. It’s very cold outside and Bill gets into the spa, turning it up to its maximum temperature (106DegF). After several minutes in the water, he faints and would have drowned if a passerby had not saved him.

Which best explains what happened?

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

18. A protrusion of the intestine thru the inguinal canal is referred to as ____________.

19. A client who often jokes about going out on a date is _________________.

20. A client has asked a massage therapist to volunteer at a special event for the mentally disabled. The massage therapist would be the only massage therapist at the event. The therapist has over 10 years of experience and is well trained in massage. However, the massage therapist is uncomfortable working with people who have difficulties with communication.

Which of the following is a valid explanation for declining the request in this situation?

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

22. Neutrophils, basophils and eosinophils are types of __________________.

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

24. Which of the following would be a possible concern for a new client?

25. Which of the following muscles is a synergist for the biceps brachii?

26. Which system is also known as the excretory system?

27. How many bones comprise the shoulder girdle?

28. What is another term for kinesthesia?

29. What is the technical name for the Adam’s Apple?

30. What does a “z-line” refer to?

31. Where are the adrenal glands located?

32. Which heart valve is the mitral valve?

33. A 27 year old male client enters a massage therapy office for a treatment holding his right hand along the pinky and ring finger. He complains of numbness and weakness in the two affected digits. He states the condition has been progressing over the last few weeks. He works in IT for a database company and works normal hours and is not very stressed at work. He is a daily commuter cyclist and also enjoys playing disc golf.

What condition is indicated by the symptoms?

34. A range of motion assessment of a joint is calculated by testing ____________.

35. _________________ are the physical and emotional space between a client and a therapist that helps maintain professionalism.

36. Which of the following is the local laws that control the physical location of an office?

37. The federal and state laws that govern the massage profession are the _______________.

38. How many lobes are in each hemisphere of the cerebral cortex?

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

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

41. ABCDE is used as a guideline to detect changes in the _______________.

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

43. 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 _______________.

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

45. Tennis elbow affects the flexor muscles of the forearm.

46. The smallest blood vessels in the human body are called ____________.

47. Choose the correct muscle type that is fast twitch and prone to inhibition.

48. What do boundaries clarify?

49. Which of the following ethical principles is being followed when a massage therapist is conscientious about keeping clients updated with informed consent?

50. Over the past year, the relations between a massage therapist and a client has grown friendly. There are times when both parties talk during the massage session and sometimes things are shared that are beyond the regular scope of practice. Lately, the client, who openly talks about his financial success in business, has been having difficulties with the construction workers who are building the client’s dream home. The massage therapist, who lives in an apartment, has recently become irritated by the client’s personal problems and is having a difficult time performing her duties as a massage therapist.

Which of the following best describes the relationship?

51. The circadian rhythm is a biological clock that resets every 12 hours.

52. Which is an example of a triangular muscle?

53. While doing an assessment of hip flexion, requesting your client to flex their hip is an example of _______________ range of motion testing.

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

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

56. Pulmonary circulation distributes blood, nutrients and gases throughout the body.

57. Where would you locate stratum lucidum?

58. What does a visual assessment help determine?

59. Which of the following best describes a massage therapist who routinely drapes clients in an immodest and unprofessional manner?

60. 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.

61. A crush or loving interest from a client is a natural occurrence.

62. 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 ___________________.

63. A potential client calls to make an appointment for a massage. You notice that they are slurring their words and having difficulty speaking in complete sentences. They claim they were in an auto accident yesterday but declined medical attention. They awoke this morning feeling very sore and achy as well as having a pounding headache. They insist they need a massage.

What is the appropriate plan of action for the massage therapist?

64. A 27 year old client presents with pins and needles type sensation around her elbow and down towards the back of her hand. Her profession is as a social worker and she is often faced with troubling scenarios. She has limited neck rotation range of motion and is taking quick, shallow breaths. Postural assessment does not show any obvious distortions.

Which nerve is responsible for the sensation in the client’s elbow and down towards the back of the hand?

65. A client is eating a snack while waiting for a massage in the waiting area and begins coughing and panicking, pointing to her throat. You ask if you can help, but the client is unable to speak.

What has most likely happened, and what should you do?

66. What is the name of the joint where the clavicle and scapula meet?

67. Which of the following muscles would contribute to wrist abduction?

68. Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen and _____________ make up the four majority elements in the human body.

69. 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 muscle group is directly contributing to this condition?

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

71. Your last client of the day asks to treat you to a few drinks.

What is the correct response?

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

73. What is the medical term for the shoulder joint?

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

75. The tendinoperiosteal junction is located between the muscle and tendon.

76. The musculotendinous junction is located between muscular tendon and bone.