FSMTB MBLEX Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

FSMTB MBLEX Online Questions & Answers

• Question 11:

  Which condition would include an issue with the flexor carpi radialis muscle?

  A. medial epicondylitis
  B. thoracic outlet syndrome
  C. lateral epicondylitis
  D. cubital tunnel syndrome
  A. medial epicondylitis

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The flexor carpi radailis muscle is part of the flexor muscle group of the forearm which inserts into the common flexor tendon. Medial epicondylitis is the condition which includes the flexor muscle group of the forearm. Medial epicondylitis is also called golfers elbow due to the end range of motion during a golf swing that causes the most damage to the flexor muscles.

• Question 12:

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

  A. Act on the shoulder
  B. Phasic muscles
  C. Postural muscles
  D. Fast twitch muscle
  C. Postural muscles

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  Explanation/Reference:

  All the muscles listed in the question are examples of postural muscles. Postural muscles are slow twitch and highly susceptible to hypertonicity in over-use and under-use scenarios.

• Question 13:

  How many types of Schwann cells exist in the human body?

  A. 1
  B. 2
  C. 3
  D. 4
  B. 2

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  Explanation/Reference:

  There are two types: myelinating and nonmyelating. Myelinating Schwann cells wrap around axons of motor and sensory neurons to form the myelin sheath, which acts to protect and support nerve functioning. Non-myelinating Schwann cells are involved with maintaining the health and vitality of the axon or nerve fiber.

• Question 14:

  A client has recently been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. Which of the following symptoms would you expect to notice about the client?

  A. Nervousness
  B. Fatigue and dullness
  C. Weight gain
  D. Sensitivity to cold
  A. Nervousness

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Nervousness, a racing heart, trembling hands and anxiety are all common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is an overproduction of thyroid hormones which speed up chemical processes and metabolism within the body. The other answers are symptoms of hypothyroidism.

• Question 15:

  A 56 year old client enters the office for their appointment and complains of deep pain in their thigh. The client states that the pain feels like it is on the bone. The client also states that they have a mild fever and feel nauseous. The client is a diabetic. A closer inspection of the affected leg shows signs of redness and swelling and that the client is feverish. Which of the following conditions is most likely present?

  A. Bursitis
  B. Myosi
  C. Osteomyelitis
  D. Fibromyalgia
  C. Osteomyelitis

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Deep pain on the bone with symptoms of infection are an indication of osteomyelitis. The only other option would by myositis, which is an inflammation of skeletal muscles. Since the client is experiencing deep pain on the bone, the indication would be osteomyelitis.

• Question 16:

  The cerebral cortex is responsible for ____________.

  A. consciousness
  B. hormone production
  C. regulating the heartbeat
  D. muscle motor functions
  A. consciousness

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The cerebral cortex is the largest part of the brain and plays a key role in awareness, communication, consciousness and memory.

• Question 17:

  Uncommonly dry weather is an example of a(n)____________ factor for ligament injuries.

  A. geographical
  B. medical
  C. intrinsic
  D. extrinsic
  D. extrinsic

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  Explanation/Reference:

  According to the American Orthopeadic Society for Sports Medicine, dry weather has an effect on non-contact ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries of football players. Extrinsic factors for injury are forces that act from outside the human body. In this case, the uncommonly dry weather is an extrinsic factor of injury.

• Question 18:

  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?

  A. A dual relationship
  B. Transference
  C. Countertransference
  D. Indifference
  C. Countertransference

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Countertransference is when a practitioner projects feelings or emotions onto a client. In this case, the massage practitioner is most likely jealous of the client's fortunes and has lost the ability to be a compassionate professional towards them. If this were a dual relationship, the two parties would be engaging each other outside of the treatment office.

• Question 19:

  What does the term meiosis relate to?

  A. Cell division
  B. Milk production
  C. Muscle deterioration
  D. Voluntary contractions
  A. Cell division

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Meiosis is a specific type of cellular division which is necessary for sexual reproduction.

• Question 20:

  What does the term “stroma” relate to?

  A. Supportive framework of a biological cell
  B. Perceptions of the third eye
  C. Functional movement of digestive system
  D. Light sensitivity
  A. Supportive framework of a biological cell

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  Explanation/Reference:

  A stroma refers to the connective framework that supports the cellular structure of tissue and organs.