MBLEx

Which ribs are termed the floating ribs? a. 8-12 b. 11&12 c. 10-12 d. 9-12

11&12

How many curvatures are there in the spine? a. 3 b. 5 c. 4 d.2

4

The Deltoid muscle has groups of fibers that perform different actions; the anterior fibers flex, medially rotate and horizontally ADduct the glenohumeral joint. The posterior fibers extend, laterally rotate, and horizontally ABduct the glenohumeral joint. What is the one action that all the fibers (anterior, middle and posterior) are in charge of? a. ABduction of the glenohumeral joint b. ADduction of the glenohumeral joint c. Elevate the scapulothoracic joint d. Depress the scapulothoracic joint

ABduction of the glenohumeral joint

You are assessing your client thumb and find there is pain on extension and ABduction, what muscle is indicated? a. Extensor pollicis longus b. Extensor pollicis brevis c. ABductor pollicis longus d. ABductor pollicis brevis

ABductor pollicis longus

When trying to determine if your client is in acute or chronic stage of inflammation, when would pain manifest to the affected area? a. acute pain is aggravated by specific activity chronic is activated by activity and when at rest b. Acute pain is constant and chronic has no pain c.Acute pain is aggravated by activity and when at rest and chronic is only with specific activity d. Acute pain has a decrease in the morning, and chronic is without pain in the morning

Acute pain is aggravated by activity and when at rest and chronic is only with specific activity

A slighly movable joint is known as: a. Amphiarthrotic b. Diarthrotic c. Synarthrotic d. synovial

Amphiarthrotic

Hypermobility is a joint dysfunction and defined as: a. a disorder of the muscles of mastication and associated structures b. a degeneration of the annular fibers of the intervertebral disc c. a loss of motion and normal joint play movement at the joint d. an increased degree of motion at the joint

An increase degree of motion at the joint

Choose from the following the definition of profession? a. An occupation requiring training and specialized study b. skilled touch delivered to achieve a specific outcome with the recipient reimbursing for services rendered c. A group of interaction elements that function as a complex whole d. replicating structures or functions that intertwine and influence each other

An occupation requiring training and specialized study

Linda is an IT manager who has been noticing that her team complaints about body pain have been increasing. They have upgraded all the workstations ergomonically, hoping that would take care of the issues.She wants to know if there is a type of massage that could help. Linda would also like her team to be educated on proper posture and alignment in repetitive movements. What modality can you refer her to? a. Aston-Patterning b. Aromatherapy c. Equine Massage d. Attunement Therapy

Aston-Patterning

Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection and illness in your practice. When is the best time to wash your hands? a. Before and after massage b. Before a massage c. After a massage d. Just using hand sanitizer all the time is sufficient

Before and after massage

Palpation is always performed ____________ , starting with the unaffected side a. unilaterally b. ipsilaterally c. Bilaterally d. Medially

Bilaterally

In a ninth century temple carving in India, who can be found getting massage? a. Ambroise Pare b. Buddha c. Galen of Rome d. Yellow Emperor

Buddha

the use of radiography to detect spinal subluxations and misalignment is within which scope of practice? a. podiatric medicine b. chiropractic c. Athletic training d. psychology

Chiropractic

carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is peripheral nervous system condition and is defined as a(n) a.Condition that results from a compression of the median nerve b. condition that involves compression of the brachial plexus c.Compression of the nerve as it passes through the anterior and middle scalenes d. Compression of the nerve as it passes through the coracoid process and pectoralis minor

Condition that results from a compression of the median nerve

what is the purpose of a treatment description a. Create informed health care consumers b. create rapport c. create trust d. all of the above

Create informed health care consumers

Which technique is specifically intended to disrupt and break down existing and forming adhesions in muscles, tendons, and ligaments a. GTO b. Cross-fiber friction c. Muscle approximation d. Craniosacral therapy

Cross-fiber friction

Of the following effects of hydrotherapy which is not an effect of a heat application? a. decrease circulation b. increase metabolism c. decrease pain d. decrease tissue stiffness

Decrease circulation

Generally, any technique applied in a slow, rhythmical, and repetitive manner will evoke a relaxation response and ____________. a. Increase sympathetic nervous system firing b. Decrease parasympathetic nervous system firing c. Increase both the sympathetic and parasympathetic firing d. Decrease sympathetic nervous system firing

Decrease sympathetic nervous system firing

What is the name of the two brothers who introduced swedish massage to the U.S. in 1856? A. Dr. Charles Fayette Taylor and dr. Gerorge Henry Taylor b. Jacobi and victoria a white c. ambrose pare and per henrik ling d. dr. johann Mezger and john harvey kellogg

Dr. Charles Fayette Taylor and dr. Gerorge Henry Taylor

The superficial SCM is on the lateral anterior aspect of the neck. At its origin it has two heads a sternal and clavicular, and the insertion is the mastoid process and lateral portion of the superior nuchal line on the occiput. Unilaterally it has two actions, bilaterally one, What is the bilateral action of the SCM? a. extend the head b. flex the head c. Lateral flexion of head and neck to the same side d. rotation of the head and neck to the opposite side

Flex the head

Adhesive capsulitis is another another name for which pathology? a. Pes Planus b. TMJD c. Degenerative Disc Disease d. Frozen shoulder

Frozen shoulder

What regulates the body temperature and is known as the thermostat of the body? a. skin b.liver c. hypothalamus d. cerebral cortex

Hypothalamus

If your client has a moderate anterior pelvic tilt what three muscles would be shortened? a. Iliacus, psoas major, and rectus femoris b. biceps femoris, gluteus maximus and semitendinosus c. biceps femoris, sartorius and gluteus medius d. adductor magnus, gluteus maximus and gluteus medius

Iliacus, psoas major, and rectus femoris

To be able to have proper access to the supraspinatus tendon, which positioning would work best? a. Internally rotating, extending and ADducting the humerus b. Externally rotating, extending and ADducting the humerus c. Internally rotating, flexing and ADducting the humerus d. Externally rotating, flexing and ADducting the humerus

Internally rotating, extending and ADducting the humerus

To properly treat the SCM on a client with left-sided torticollis you can utilize isometric agonist contraction techniques on what directional planes? a. Lateral flexion and rotation b. Flexion and extension c. Flexion and rotation d. Lateral Flexion and extension

Lateral flexion and rotation

Which muscle ADucts the arm? a. biceps brachii b. latissumus dorsi c. supraspinatus d. rhomboid major

Latissumus dorsi

what muscle is palpable at the lateral cervical vertebrae and deep to the upper trapezius and is capable of moving the scapula a. splenius capitis b. levator scapula c. scalenes d. Rhomboid major

Levator scapula

The muscle approximation technique uses the reflex effect of these cells to reduce tone or spasm in a muscle? a. Golgi tendon b Mitochondria c. Muscle spindle d. memory

Muscle spindle

Tendosn are a fibrous tissue that connect: a. muscle to bone b. bone to bone c. muscle to muscle d. none of the above

Muscle to bone

What body system maintains posture, produces body heat, and movement a. circulatory b. muscular c. gastronitestinal d. nervous

Muscular

What are considered the main supportive components of the nervous system? a. fotons b. neurons c.protons d. axons

Neurons

Who is given credit for the invention of Swedish Massage? a. Galen of Rome b. Yellow Emperor c. Per Henrik Ling d. Buddha

Per Henrik Ling

Which of the following pathologies is not a musculoskeletal injury? a. Strain/sprain b. fracture c. wounds and burns d. Pes Planus

Pes planus

_____________ is the study of the functions of an organism? a. pathophysiology b. physiology c. anatomy d. None of above

Physiology

The endocrine system contains? a. pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands b. Lymph nodes and lymph vessels c. skin, hair and sweat glands d. gonads and genitals

Pituitary adrenal and thyroid glands

The linea aspera is on the _______________ aspect of the femur? a. posterior b. anterior c. lateral d. Ipsilateral

Posterior

A cramp is a: a. Prolonged muscle spasm b. Voluntary, prolonged muscle contraction c. Involuntary, sustained contraction of a muscle d. Short, painless, protective contraction

Prolonged muscle spasm

The massage profession has many methods that are popular, which of the following is a neuromuscular approach? a. Reflexology b. touch of health c. three-in-one concepts d. Educational kinesiology

Reflexology

As a person exhales the diaphragm will? a. expand and create a negative pressure drawing air into the lungs b. Depress and create a positive pressure drawing air into the lungs c. Contract and create a negative pressure drawing air into the lungs. d. Relaxes and creates a positive pressure drawing air out the lungs

Relaxes and creates a positive pressure drawing air out the lungs

Which muscle group is located between the SCM and anterior flap of the Trapezius and unilaterally rotates the head and neck to the opposite side? a. Splenius Capitis b. Subclavius c. Scalenes d. Longissimus Capitis

Scalenes

What is the most common cause of death among those who have experienced a burn? a. Periostitis b. Sepsis c. Compartment syndromes d. Hyperkyphosis

Sepsis

Which muscle is also commonly called the "boxer's muscle" a. Serratus anterior b. trapezius c. triceps brachii d. biceps brachii

Serratus anterior

Postural dysfunctions have two classifications, what are they? a. Functional and dysfunctional b. Dysfunctional and structural c. Structural and functional d. Structural and connected

Structural and functional

The two joints which create inversion and eversion are: a proximal radioulnar and distal radioulnar b. metacarpophalangeal and talocalcaneal c talocrural and talocalcaneal d. talocalcaneal( subtalar) and talocalcaneonavicular

Talocalcaneal (subtalar) and talocalcaneonavicular

The main function of the spring ligament is to support the head of which bone? a. talus b. Fibula c. Tibia d. Humerus

Talus

All information given is confidential on a health history intake form unless? a. The client gives specific written permission b. Their HCP asks for it c. you feel it is your duty to share client information for legal reasons d. Treatments are complete and they are no longer a client

The client gives specific written permission

When treating clients who are pregnant or have cardiovascular concerns, it is important to know: a. if they have had surgery b. What they do for work c. The client's blood pressure d. None of the above

The client's blood pressure

If you were talking about the integumentary system, you would be discussing? a. The kidneys, lungs, pancreas, and spleen b. The skin, nails, hair, and sweat glands c. The path that oxygen takes to bond with hemoglobin d. The organs responsible for metabolism

The skin, nails, hair, and sweat glands

In order to palpate the SITS rotator cuff muscles insertion sites, you must place your thumb and fingers where? a. Thumb on the lesser tubercle and 2nd-4th fingers tips on the greater tubercle b. Thumb on the greater tubercle and 2nd-4th fingers tips on the lesser tubercle c. Thumb on the acromion process and 2nd-4th finger tips on the greater tubercle d. Thumb on the coracoid process and 2nd-4th finger tips on the greater tubercle

Thumb on the lesser tubercle and 2nd-4th fingers tips on the greater tubercle

If you were to start at the anterior flap of the upper trapezius and move anteriorly, what order would you palpate the following muscles? a. Trapezius, posterior scalene, levator scapula, middle and anterior scalenes. b.Trapezius, levator scapula,posterior, middle and anterior scalenes. c. Trapezius, splenii, posterior, middle and anterior scalenes d.Trapezius, longus capitis, anterior, middle and posterior scalenes

Trapezius, levator scapula,posterior, middle and anterior scalenes

The cause of Ankylosing spondylitis is idiopathic and defined as: a. an increase in the normal thoracic curve accompanied by protracted scapulae and head-foward posture b. a chronic systemic inflammatory disorder involving specific areas of the body, primarily the spine c. a lateral rotatory deviation of the spine d. an increase in normal lumbar curve and an increase in anterior pelvic tilt/ shortened hip flexors

a chronic systemic inflammatory disorder involving specific areas of the body, primarily the spine

Osteoarthritis is a joint dysfunction and is defined as: a. an increased degree of motion at the joint b.a loss of motion and normal joint play movement at the joint c. a degeneration of the annular fibers of the intervertebral disc d. a group of chronic dengerative conditions that affect the articulat cartilage and subchondral bone of joints

a group of chronic degenerative conditions that affect the articular cartilage and subchondral bone of joints

To integrate your entire body within your manual manipulations utilizing all your tools, it is best to? a. use a variety of movements b. use the bodies weight c. Use proper alignment d. all of the above

all of the above

________ is the study of the structure of organisms a. anatomy b. physiology c. athletic training d. psychology

anatomy

The muscle that performs opposite actions of the prime mover is an: a. synergist b. agonist c. aggressor d. antagonist

antagonist

The A in the acronym SOAP stands for ? a. application b. assessment c. agreement d. access

assessment

The hamstrings muscles from lateral to medal are? a.biceps femoris semitendensous and semimembranosus b. biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendenous c.semimembranosus, semitendenosus, and biceps femoris

biceps femoris semitendensous and semimembranosus

If the body is in Homeostasis, it means that the? a. organ system will eventually fail b. system of the body are working too hard to sustain life c. body is in a state of equilibrium d. seizure is over

body is in a state of equilibrium

The deltopectoral triangle sites of caution consist of: a. cephalic vein, clavicular artery, and pectoral never b. cephalic vein and throid gland c. Superficial temporal artery and facial nerve d. Hyoid bone, thyroid gland and pectoral nerve

cepahlic vein, clavicular artery, and pectoral nerve

which of the following causes wounds is a thermal force a. chemical b. trauma c. joints d. capillaries

chemical

Asthma is a respiratory pathology that is defined as a(n): a. chronic inflammatory disorder with bronchospasms b. condition that results in the production of purulent sputum c. enlargement of the air spaces distal to the terminal bronchiloes and the destruction of the alveolar walls d. Acute or chronic inflammation of the paranasal sinuses

chronic inflammatory disorder with bronchospasms

What is the correct order of the muscle layers, from superficial to deep, between the thoracic vertebrae and the medial border of the scapula? a.Trapezius, ESGs, and rhomboids b. Rhomboids, trapezius, and ESGs c. Rhomboids, ESGs, trapezius d. Trapezius, rhomboids, ESGs

d. Trapezius, rhomboids, ESGs

The____________ ligament is composed of several ligaments that originate at the medial malleolus. It is designed to protect against medial stress of the talocrural joint? a. spring b. deltoid c. long plantar d. lateral talocalcaneal

deltoid

The glenohumeral joint is freely moveable and is functionaly classified as: a. synarthrotic b. fibrous c. diarthrotic d. cartilaginous

diarthrotic

Lymphatic drainage technique reduces: a. lymph flow b. capillary flow c. node refill d. edema and pain

edema and pain

What bilateral action does the scalenes group perform? a. elevate ribs during inhalation b. depress ribs during expiration c. rotate head to the opposite side d. Laterally flex the head and neck same side

elevate ribs during inhalation

What body system is in charge of maintaining homeostasis, reproduction and metabolism? a. nervous b. endocrine c. circulatory d. lymphatic

endocrine

A new client intake reports they are diabetic, what treatments are contraindicated for this condition? a. petrissage and manual lymphatic drainage b. extreme hydrotherapy and deep cross fiber friction c. petrissage and tapotement d. effleurage and petrissage

extreme hydrotherapy and deep cross fiber friction

In order to palpate the contraction of serratus anterior using resistive techniques with your client in supine position, what position should the arm be in? a. Anatomical position b. flexed shoulder with the fist raised to the ceiling c. Flexed elbow tucked into their side d. arms at their side with hands curled into a fist

flexed shoulder with the fist raised to the ceiling

The ______________ is a strong plantarflexor and crosses both the knee and the ankle joints? a. Tibialis anterior b. Fibularis (peroneus) longus c. Soleus d. Gastrocnemius

gastrocnemius

The muscle's reaction to dysfunction can be categorized into two groups; primarily postural and primarily phasic, which of the following is primarily a postural muscle? a. gastrocneumius b. peroneals c. tibialis anterior d. vastus lateralis

gastrocneumius

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) controls? a. voluntary functions b. skeletal muscle movements c. brain and spinal cord functions d. glands, cardiac and smooth muscle

glands, cardiac and smooth muscle

Your client suffers from hyperglycemia, this is a result of : a. low blood oxidation levels b. high blood oxidation levels c. low blood glucose levels d. high blood glucose levels

high blood glucose levels

Hyper/Hypomobility, TMJD, degenerative disc disease and osteoarthritis are all? a. Overuse injuries b. Joint dysfunctions c. musculoskeletal injuries d. postural dysfunctions

joint dysfunctions

To protect your radiocarpal joint when giving a massage, it is best to: a. keep your radiocarpal joint in radial deviation(ABduction) b. keep your radiocarpal joint in a neutral position c. Keep your radiocarpal joint in ulnar deviation( ADduction) d. keep your radiocarpal joint in flexion

keep your radiocarpal joint in a neutral position

Situated between the posterior scalenes and the splenius capitus is what muscle? a. middle scalenes b. levator scapula c. ESGs d. Trapezius

levator scapula

What muscle would be affected if the area of the superior angle on the scapula was tender to the touch? a. sternocleidomastoid b. scalenes c.trapezius d. levator scapula

levator scapula

To palpate the posterior fibers of the scalenes, what muscles must you go between? a. levator scapula and middle scalenes b. longus capitis and middle scalenes c. splenius capitis and middle scalenes d. scm and middle scalenes

levator scapula and middle scalenes

What technique is used to reduce edema, ease pain, lower the chance of scar tissue formation and remove metabolic waste secondary to edema and inflammation? a. muscle approximation b. lymphatic drainage c. diaphragmatic breathing d. pressure point

lymphatic drainage

Relative to its size, this muscle is the strongest muscle in the body, it can manage nearly one hundred-fifty pounds of pressure. a. anterior scalene b. medial pterygoid c. teres minor d. masseter

masseter

the muscle spindles are proprioceptive nerve receptors or minute sensory organs located in the a. muscle belly b. tendons c. joints d. capillaries

muscle belly

The resistance of a relaxed muscle to passively stretch or elongate is described as: a. Muscle approximation b. muscle tone c. muscle strength d. muscle weakness

muscle tone

How many kilocalories does each gram of fat produce a. nine b. two c. four d. twenty

nine

With a muscle injury, active free and passive relaxed range of motion are used to assess: a. synergists b. pain in the muscle's range c. the client's tolerance to compressed pain d. where the trigger points are effecting the muscles

pain in the muscle's range

Hydrotherapy is a form of complementary therapy that combines well with massage, one therapeutic use is analgesic which means a(n) a reduction in sensation b. pain relief c. reduction in swelling d. reduction in fever

pain relief

Out of all the muscles that attach to the humeroulnar and humeroradial joints, what muscle would be assessed when flexion is performed a. triceps brachii b. ancones c. palmaris longus d. all of the above

palmaris longus

Rotation of the head occurs because of this type of joint between the axis and atlas of the cervical vertebrae? a. hinge b. Ellipsoid c. saddle d. pivot

pivot

Consent to treat is? a. Not required for the client's insurance b. required to be filled out each massage c. required by law for therapists regulated under the health care act d. not required unless you feel it is necessary

required by law for therapists regulated under the health care act

Chronic bronchitis results in the production of purulent sputum and is termed a(n) a. Condition of the CNS b. Condition of the PNS c. Circulatory pathology d. Respiratory pathology

respiratory pathology

For better exposure of the scalenes, how can you position the head? a. lateral flexion to the same side b. lateral flexion to the opposite side c. rotate head to the same side d. rotate head slightly to the opposite side

rotate head slightly to the opposite side

What two unilateral actions are the scalenes in charge of? a. rotation to the same side and lateral flexion to the opposite side b. rotation to the opposite side and lateral flexion to the same side c. Flexion and rotation to the same side d. Elevation of the ribs in inhalation and rotation to the opposite side

rotation to the opposite side and lateral flexion to the same side

What are the 3 types of muscles in the human body? a. nerve,epithelial, and skeletal b. skeletal, cardiac, and smooth c. long, short, and cardiac d. visceral, skeletal and epithelial

skeletal, cardiac, and smooth

What action can you have your client perform to distinguish between the posterior scalene and levator scapula? a. Rotate your head back and forth b. Take a deep breath c. slowly bring your shoulder up toward your ear d. Slowly bring your ear down toward your shoulder

slowly bring your shoulder up toward your ear

__________ muscle is not under our conscious control and is termed involuntary? a. striated b. skeletal c. smooth d. none of the above

smooth

Which muscle has its insertion at a groove on the clavicle? a. pectoralis major b. pectoralis minor c. sternocleidomastoid d. subclavius

subclavius

The S in the acronym SOAP stands for? a. stand b. succeed c. subjective d. source

subjective

The cranial sutures are structurally fibrous with defined movement, what is their functional classification? a. synarthrotic b. amphiarthroic c. Cartilaginous d. Diarthrotic

synarthrotic

What muscle extends the arm? a. Coracobrachialis b. Subclavius c. subscapularis d. teres major

teres major

An example of a long bone would be? a. the sternum b. the humerus c. a rib d. cranium

the humerus

Of the following choices, what would be a mechanical force a wound? a. Extreme temperature b. Chemical source c. trauma d. electrical source

trauma