MBLEX PT #2

Which is an example of a convergent muscle?

biceps brachii
extensor digitorum longus
rectus abdominis
pectoralis major

The exchange of gases between the blood and body tissues is referred to as what?

internal respiration
external respiration
vital capacity
pulmonary ventilation

A profession is defined as which of the following?

an acceptable application of services
a group of individuals who share the same occupation and perform the functions of the moral, legal, and ethical manner occupation in a consistent,
a commitment to moral reasoning and character
a code of conduct

Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for massage in a specific population?

hypertension
contagious disease
open, infected surface wound
general fatigue

Which of the following is NOT accurate about Avicenna?

He was the first person in history who combined sports with medicine.
He wrote about massage, exercise, and the value of hydrotherapies.
He endorsed the use of friction techniques after athletic events.
He valued touch and grooming in the care of horses.

How can therapists work most efficiently?

How can therapists work most efficiently?
call a friend to work with them
use proper body mechanics
quit

The first time a client comes to a therapist for a massage he complains about pain in his left shoulder he has had for six months. How should the therapist communicate when inquiring about this pain?

“You should work on strengthening your upper body.”
“Oh, you probably have bilateral instability in your shoulder. I can fix that.”
“What did your doctor say when you discussed this with her?”
“I bet you only sleep on your left side.”

The endocrine system is made up of a group of what?

gonads
exocrine glands
lymph nodes
ductless glands

What type of massage is performed in small, circular movements, targeting deeper layers of muscles bound with adhesions or trigger points?

effleurage massage
friction massage
cross-fiber friction massage
lymphatic drainage massage

A general description of massage used by most United States agencies that regulate its practice usually includes a version of all the following but one. Which one?

the manipulation and mobilization of soft tissue
enhancement of muscle tone and circulation
promotes relaxation
physical therapy

Why should clients with hypertension NOT receive massage?

Clients with hypertension are usually angry
Clients with hypertension have high blood pressure and massage can force movement of blood, leading to injury
Clients with hypertension are sensitive to touch.
Clients with hypertension have high blood pressure and massage can cut off blood flow.

Which of the following is NOT one of OSHA’s basic universal precautions?

wearing sterile vinyl or latex gloves during treatment
labeling and double-bagging contaminated waste
washing hands after eating, drinking, or blowing one’s nose
wiping down massage equipment at the end of the day

The epiphyseal plate and periosteum are associated with which body system?

reproductive
skeletal
muscular
digestive

Which is a true statement?

The left and right atrium are inferior to the left and right ventricle.
The tricuspid valve is located between the right atrium and the right ventricle.
The bicuspid valve is one of two semilunar valves.
Semilunar valves connect the atrium chambers to their adjacent arteries.

Which is NOT true about the study of ethics?

It is a relatively new field of study.
It addresses rights and wrongs in societies.
It helps to define rules of medical treatment and research.
It looks at how discrimination affects group behavior.

An individual is seated on the floor with her legs extended. She extends her ankles until her toes point. Which term describes this action?

dorsiflexion
plantar flexion
abduction
eversion

What is NOT true about oocytes?

Oocytes are immature eggs in females.
An oocyte matures into an ovum inside an ovarian follicle.
Oocytes are produced throughout a female’s reproductive years.
As females age, the quality and genetic stability of each oocyte begins to degrade.

Boundaries are most at risk of being crossed under which circumstance:

when a client has come to a therapist exclusively for more than a year
when a therapist goes to a client’s home to perform a massage
when a therapist works out of his home
when the client is a coworker

Which of the following is NOT a type of skin cancer?

cystic fibrosis
basal cell carcinoma
squamous cell carcinoma
malignant melanoma

Which of the following is NOT true of a petrissage stroke?

It is a superficial technique.
It is a kneading technique that releases soft tissue.
It may be referred to as milking.
It involves lifting, squeezing, and rolling.

What is vasodilation?

Blood vessels enlarge, increasing blood pressure.
Blood vessels enlarge, decreasing blood pressure.
Blood vessels dilate, increasing blood pressure.
Blood vessels narrow, decreasing blood flow.

What is vasoconstriction?

Blood vessels narrow, decreasing blood flow.
Blood vessels expand, increasing blood flow.
Blood vessels expand.
Blood vessels narrow, increasing blood flow.

Which of the following should therapists NOT do to their nails?

keep them short and filed
keep them unpolished
chew them short
wash them regularly

A healthy client sees a massage therapist frequently, usually for a relaxation massage. When the client arrives for an appointment, she requests a deep tissue massage. What should the response be?

“Oh, I really think we should stick with what is working.”
“No way. You will be in so much pain tomorrow.”
“Well, there is no reason why we cannot do that, but I do want you to be aware that you will most likely have some soreness in the next day or two. Are you comfortable with that?”
“Why didn’t you say so sooner? I could have been doing that all along.”

Which of the following is NOT a sign of transference?

overt adoration of the therapist
lingering after the massage, keeping a therapist engaged in conversation
asking for special considerations
always leaving a big tip

Regarding traditional Chinese medicine’s five steps, all of the following are true EXCEPT one. Which one?

They are an assessment tool.
They include observation of demeanor.
They involve asking ten questions.
They involve determining someone’s dosha.

Therese C. Pfrimmer is credited with what type of massage modality?

Esalen
polarity therapy
deep tissue
visceral manipulation

What is the most appropriate stage of healing during which to apply cross-fiber treatment?

acute
subacute
chronic
pre-injury

Which of the following should therapists eat before going to work?

a heavy, spicy meal
nothing, to preserve hygiene
a big, fibrous meal
a balanced, nutritious meal

When signals travel down axons, what is it called?

nerve impulse conduction
saltatory
continuous
the reflex arc

In the lymphatic system, when a new invader is recognized by a t-cell, it communicates instructions to which cell?

b-cell
plasma cell
memory cell
an antibody-producing machine

How should a massage therapist treat a trigger point?

effleurage, kneading, lymphatic draining, effleurage
effleurage, kneading, friction, stretching, effleurage
kneading, friction, kneading, effleurage
effleurage, stretching, kneading, friction

George and Charles Taylor were brothers who are most noted for what?

introducing Champissage to the United States
bringing the Swedish massage cure to the United States
inventing what is known today as Kellogg’s Corn Flakes
developing sports massage

Clients may refuse a massage when they arrive based on which of the following?

The therapist is older or younger than expected.
A client may refuse a massage without having to state why.
The therapist is wearing a yarmulke.
The therapist is wearing a wedding ring

Which of the following is NOT true about pathology?

The term is of Greek origin.
It literally means the study of physiology.
A pathologist studies how a disease progresses.
It is an approach that determines the cause, development, effect on cells, and consequences of disease.

Which of the following is NOT true when performing strokes?

Massage therapists should keep their hands relaxed, but firm.
Massage therapists should bend their hands at a 45-degree angle.
Massage therapists should keep their hands rigid and stiff.
Massage therapists should hold their fingers together.

Arrector pili and keloid are terms most closely associated with which body system?

endocrine
integumentary
respiratory
muscular

Which meridian channel is paired with the heart?

small intestine
pericardium
liver
spleen

During a massage session, a client starts to passionately relay the horrible day she had at work. How should the massage therapist respond?

“You think you had a bad day, let me tell you about mine.”
“Oh my gosh, I can’t believe that happened!”
“It seems like this massage came at a good time. It’s great you have this chance to relax.”
“You really should be quiet! Your talking is probably disturbing other massages that are in session.”

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding thermotherapy?

Short-term exposure to heat results in vasodilation.
Someone with diabetes would greatly benefit from thermotherapy.
Extended exposure to heat causes vasoconstriction.
A hydrocollator may be used to heat packs filled with silicon.

Which of the following is NOT a type of tapotement/percussion?

pincement
clapping
hacking
kneading

Focusing attention on a client from arrival to departure is a sign of being what?

aggressive
client centered
passive
suspicious

According to the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016 – 17 Edition, what does a massage therapist NOT do?

relieve pain
improve circulation
heal emotional scars
relieve stress

An individual extends his arms horizontally and rotates them from the shoulders, making circles. Which term describes this action?

circumduction
pronation
inversion
rotation

What is the yang organ of digestion that peaks from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m.?

lung
stomach
spleen
large intestine

Which of the following muscles inserts on the greater trochanter?

piriformis
tensor fasciae latae
biceps femoris
psoas major

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a collection of chronic lung conditions. Which of the following is NOT considered part of COPD?

asthma
bronchitis
emphysema
migraine

Which statement is most correct regarding what happened after the fall of the Roman Empire?

Medical education was spread across the globe.
Hydrotherapy became a treatment enjoyed by all instead of just soldiers and the wealthy citizens of Rome.
Massage and touch were important for the care of the sick and dying.
Women were denied the right to provide care to those who were sick and dying.

If a client tells a therapist he was doing a job in someone’s home and stole a credit card he saw on a desk, the therapist should do what?

ask the client to buy her lunch
tell the client the therapist did the same thing once and never got caught
contact the police
avoid responding as it’s none of her business

How can therapists produce more force in their treatment?

push harder on the client
keep their back foot grounded and use a fist or elbow
use their feet
punch the client

Oocytes and gametes are associated with which body system?

immune
integumentary
reproductive
respiratory

Smell, taste, vision, and hearing are related to what kind of sense?

afferent
efferent
special
Wernicke’s

What is a benefit of effleurage?

releasing trigger points
warming up the tissue with long, fluid strokes
high stress
spreading muscle fibers with deep, squeezing strokes

What type of treatment uses water in any of its forms to achieve therapeutic benefits?

effleurage
hydrotherapy
hot stone
ice massage

Sexually fantasizing about a client may be a sign of what?

countertransference
sexual misconduct
unethical workplace behavior
client-centeredness

What does the prefix brady– refer to?

small
slow
vessels
the lungs

Which of the following is a classification of a boundary related to massage?

competence
character
education
personal

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the federal government and massage?

The federal government regulates massage licensing requirements.
The federal government provides grants and loans.
The federal government requires all massage therapists to take HIV/ AIDS courses.
The federal government oversees the content of all massage licensing exams.

Which meridian channel terminates in front of the ear at the temporomandibular joint?

heart
large intestine
small intestine
kidney

Skeletal bones go through a remodeling process throughout the lifetime. What role do osteoclasts play in this process

They form new bone.
They become embedded in the bone matrix.
They break down bone.
They signal to the endocrine system to release calcitonin.

What role does the pancreas play in the digestive system?

It produces bile.
It stores bile.
It produces an enzymatic juice that breaks down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
None. It is an organ of the endocrine system.

A client who regularly sees a massage therapist always leaves a tip significantly below average. The therapist finds she is adding a few more minutes to each massage and making exceptions to her schedule to accommodate the client, hoping the tip will improve. What might this indicate?

transference
poor massage technique
countertransference
a struggling client who just cannot afford a better tip

What is the best way to ensure a good tax year, without an audit?

paying a bookie to wipe one’s record clean
moving to Canada
having a family member in the IRS
proper bookkeeping with incomes and expenses listed clearly

What is an embolism?

a thickening of arterial walls
a pain in the chest resulting from insufficient blood flow to the heart
a blood clot or gas bubble
when spinal disk material protrudes beyond the vertebrae

What is a contraindication for using hot therapy?

spastic muscles
trigger points
hypertension
bound fascia

What does the word root opia refer to?

sight
breathing
kidneys
pain

Which part of the small intestine is where most of the nutrients are absorbed?

ileum
jejunum
duodenum
cecum

What is the value of using a self-assessment technique?

It is a good way to determine if rates should be increased.
It is a good way to prepare for a meeting with a supervisor.
It is a good way to analyze a moment during a massage that blurred a boundary.
It is a good tool for assessing if new staff should be added.

What is a contraindication for using cold therapy?

returning the body to homeostasis
reducing pain
decreasing inflammation
Reynaud’s disease

What does the acronym RICE stand for?

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Rest Instantly, Constantly Evaluate
Rest, Injure, Contact, Emergency
Run, Ice, Cold, Exercise

If a regular client states to a therapist, “my cancer has returned,” what should the therapist do?

Make an excuse to step out of the room so the client does not see the therapist crying.
Inform the client it is unlikely that the massages have triggered the return of the cancer.
Empathetically and delicately share with the client that professionally a massage is not recommended without medical clearance.
Use the massage time to provide emotional support and comfort.

Which of the following statements is NOT correct about proprioceptors?

Proprioceptors are only found in muscles.
They are important in muscle memory and hand-eye coordination.
Muscle spindles and Golgi tendon organs are two types of proprioceptors.
They communicate speed, angles, and balance to the central nervous system.

Which of the following is NOT required for independent contractors?

filing a W-2
filing a W-9
saving a percentage of each paycheck
filing their own taxes

Which of the following terms is NOT related to the sliding filament theory of muscle contraction?

cross bridge
recovery stroke
vasodilation
action potential

When clients show up for a scheduled appointment, they are giving what?

implied consent to perform massage
voluntary consent to perform massage
informed consent to perform massage
absolute consent to perform massage

Which of the following cannot be used as a tool during massage?

elbow
thumb
forearm
ninja star

What is the common name for eponychium?

a hair strand
fingernail
cuticle
hair follicle

What should therapists NOT bring to a job interview?

a good work ethic
a wrinkly outfit
their resume
their license

The concept of the energy body has its roots in which type of medicine?

Western
allopathic
Eastern
complementary and alternative

What is the name of the lid-like piece of cartilage that covers the trachea?

alveoli
epiglottis
hyaline cartilage
bronchi

What is sports massage?

a game that is played for therapeutic benefits
a technique that helps athletes perform to their best ability
deep compressions along bony ridges
light strokes to encourage lymph flow

Which of the following is NOT an example of a reprimand in the workplace?

a letter from the board in the state in which the therapist practices
verbal
written
immediate termination

Which meridian channel is considered the root of life and stores essence?

heart
gallbladder
kidney
liver

What is NOT an effect of effleurage?

pliable tissue
increased blood flow
high levels of stress
relaxation

In what population does the hormone relaxin release its highest levels?

babies
the elderly
pregnant women
teenagers

The horizontal plane of the body is also referred to as which of the following?

midsagittal
coronal
transverse
sagittal

Employers have the right to expect their employees to do all of the following EXCEPT

refrain from lewd and foul language in the workplace.
dress in clean, modest, and professional attire.
perform massages free of charge on days the employer is fundraising for a local charity.
refrain from negative talk about coworkers.

Which of the following would NOT be considered a massage business workplace violation?

using a company computer without permission
using the onsite washing machine and dryer to do personal laundry
refusing to stay after hours to massage a walk-in client
gathering client information for a side business unrelated to massage

Why do massage therapists need insurance?

Accidents happen, but risk can be avoided.
People are terrible and looking to make money.
Without liability insurance, they have to pay taxes.
They want to sue their clients.

Which of the following best describes a type of bony landmark referred to as a ramus?

It is formed by two diverging lines.
It is a prominent elevation.
It is an opening or canal.
It is an arm or branch of a bone.

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

There are twelve cranial nerves.
There are twenty-four vertebrae in a human adult’s vertebral column.
There are ten pairs of ribs.
There are twenty-six bones in a human foot

Which of the following drugs is potentially addictive?

Crestor®
Vyvanse®
Lyrica®
Coumadin®

Which of the following best describes a type of bony landmark referred to as a foramen?

It is a bulge.
It guides and limits motion.
It is a hole in a bone for nerves or vessels to pass through.
It is a narrow, slender projection.

What is NOT a benefit of lymphatic drainage massage?

It reduces swelling and edema.
It assists in surgery recovery.
It releases trigger points.
It increases energy.

Which may be the repercussion of an employee talking about a really obese client in the break room of a place of business?

None. It is okay as long as the conversation is with a coworker the therapist is friends with outside of work.
Management informs the therapist he will no longer be allowed to massage that client.
The therapist may receive a written warning of termination by his employer.
The therapist tells the staff member who schedules the appointments he will buy her dinner if she does not schedule the therapist with that client again.

What is the purpose of a business plan?

to show the best way to make the most money
to beg investors for money
to beg investors for money
to show clients that the therapist is a serious professional

The pectineus is part of which muscle group?

lateral rotators
quadriceps femoris
hamstring
adductor

In traditional Chinese medicine’s five elements theory, what nourishes wood?

earth
water
metal
fire

What is proprioception?

the ability to sense one’s body in relation to space
the ability to move better
the ability to become aware of something through the senses
the ability to sense pain

Which of the following bones is roughly shaped like a cube and, generally, is as wide as it is long?

irregular
sesamoid
short
long

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