FSMTB MBLEX Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

FSMTB MBLEX Online Questions & Answers

• Question 221:

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

  A. Afferent nerves
  B. Efferent nerves
  C. Somatic nerves
  D. Neurologic nerves
  A. Afferent nerves

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Nerves that send messages to the central nervous system (CNS) are called afferent nerves. Sensory receptors are examples of afferent nerves. The nerves that send messages from the CNS to the body are called efferent nerves. Somatic nerves are an example of efferent nerves.

• Question 222:

  Which test would you use to assess a nerve compression between the clavicle and first rib?

  A. Adson's test
  B. Costoclavicular test
  C. Phalen's test
  D. Tinel's sign
  B. Costoclavicular test

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Costoclavicular test is often used to determine a brachial plexus compression syndrome. The costoclavicular test is also known as the military position test since the client rotates shoulders back and thrusts chest forward much like standing at attention. The practitioner feels for changes in the radial pulse to indicate a compression syndrome.

• Question 223:

  The musculotendinous junction is located between muscular tendon and bone.

  A. TRUE
  B. FALSE
  B. FALSE

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The musculotendinous junction is formed between the muscle and its respective tendon.

• Question 224:

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

  A. Triceps
  B. Posterior deltoid
  C. Pec major
  D. Brachialis
  D. Brachialis

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The synergist or assisting muscle to the biceps brachii is the brachialis muscle.

• Question 225:

  The ulna rotates around the radius.

  A. TRUE
  B. FALSE
  B. FALSE

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The ulna is stationary during wrist rotation.

• Question 226:

  Quick, shallow breaths are an indication of forced inhalation. Which of the following muscles would be hypertonic from an improper breathing pattern?

  A. Rhomboids
  B. Scalenes
  C. Abdominals
  D. Diaphragm
  B. Scalenes

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Scalene muscles are typically reposed during normal respiration and only come into action during heavy exertion or forced inhalation. However, in a faulty breathing pattern, the scalene (along with the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, SCMS and pec minor) become primary breathing muscles and are active with each inspiration. This additional stress leads to the development of trigger points within these muscles. Assisting the client to correct their breathing pattern is as essential to rehabilitation as is releasing the hypertonic muscles.

• Question 227:

  Neutrophils, monocytes and macrophages are all under the classification of ________________.

  A. lymphocytes
  B. phagocytes
  C. proteins
  D. neurotransmitters
  B. phagocytes

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Neutrophils, monocytes and macrophages are all phagocytes, which are cells of the immune system that ingest and destroy foreign cells or other harmful substances via phagocytosis.

• Question 228:

  The suffix -crine refers to:

  A. Secretions
  B. Inflammation
  C. Digestion
  D. Enzymes
  A. Secretions

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The suffix -crine refers to secretions. Endocrine gland is an example of the suffix -crine, which means an internal gland that secretes.

• Question 229:

  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 _______________.

  A. legal boundaries
  B. informed consent
  C. the massage code of ethics
  D. personal boundaries
  C. the massage code of ethics

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  Explanation/Reference:

  The massage code of ethics is a standard of conduct that defines ethical behavior for a massage therapist. The question lists principles of the massage code of ethics.

• Question 230:

  Assisting a client with a movement during a palpation assessment is _______________.

  A. active ROM
  B. active-assisted ROM
  C. passive ROM
  D. resistive ROM
  B. active-assisted ROM

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  Explanation/Reference:

  Assisting a client through an active movement is active-assisted ROM. This is used to test for muscle adhesions, muscle strengths and muscle weakness.