Achive your Success with Latest FSMTB MBLEx Exam [May 11, 2024]
The MBLEx Exam Test For Brief Preparation
NEW QUESTION # 13
Using the AC joint during an assessment would give an indication of ____________ symmetry.
- A. head
- B. ankle
- C. shoulder
- D. hip
Answer: C
Explanation:
The AC joint is the acromioclavicular joint located at the junction of the acromion process and the clavicle. The AC joint is assessed to indicate the symmetry of the shoulder.
NEW QUESTION # 14
How many bones comprise the shoulder girdle?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
There are two bones that make the shoulder girdle - the clavicle and the scapula.
NEW QUESTION # 15
Where are cubital lymph nodes located?
- A. Elbow
- B. Knees
- C. Neck
- D. Thoracic cavity
Answer: D
Explanation:
Cubital refers to the elbow and will indicate that region when used with anatomical terms as cubital fossa, cubital tunnel and median cubital vein.
NEW QUESTION # 16
What is the technical name for the Adam's Apple?
- A. Hvoid bone
- B. Esophagus
- C. Larangeal prominence
- D. Zyqomatic arch
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Adams Apple is a protrusion on the anterior portion of males named after the ancient story of Adam eating the fruit from Eve and having a piece become lodged in his throat. This protrusion is the larangeal prominence formed by an angular section of thyroid cartilage. It is present in both men and women. However, it grows in size during puberty in young men.
NEW QUESTION # 17
Which condition would include an issue with the flexor carpi radialis muscle?
- A. cubital tunnel syndrome
- B. medial epicondylitis
- C. thoracic outlet syndrome
- D. lateral epicondylitis
Answer: B
Explanation:
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.
NEW QUESTION # 18
Which of the following muscles would contribute to wrist abduction?
- A. Flexor diqitorum lonqus
- B. Extensor carpi radialis
- C. Extensor carpi ulnaris
- D. Brachioradialis
Answer: B
Explanation:
Wrist abduction is another term for radial deviation of the wrist. Of the muscles listed, the extensor carpi radialis is the muscle responsible for wrist abduction, which is to laterally extend the wrist away from the body while in correct anatomical position.
NEW QUESTION # 19
A client is complaining of tension headaches focused along the temporal region. What should the massage therapist instruct the client to do to help locate and palpate the temporalis muscle?
- A. Pinch closed and open eyes
- B. Client clench and relax their jaw
- C. Rotate head from side to side
- D. Client open mouth and relax their jaw
Answer: B
Explanation:
The temporalis muscle has one action and that is to clench the jaw during mastication. The best way to locate and palpate the temporalis muscle is to instruct the client to clench and release their jaw while the therapist feels for the origin and insertion of muscle fibers along the temporal bone.
NEW QUESTION # 20
With regard to range of motion testing, a hard end feel is typically a ____________ experience for a client.
- A. painless
- B. slightly painful
- C. very painful
- D. moderately painful
Answer: A
Explanation:
Hard end feel is the natural sensation at the end range of motion where bone meets bone such as elbow or knee extension. Since a hard end feel would indicate that the client's joints are functioning normally, there would typically be no pain experienced.
NEW QUESTION # 21
The cerebral cortex is responsible for ____________.
- A. consciousness
- B. regulating the heartbeat
- C. hormone production
- D. muscle motor functions
Answer: A
Explanation:
The cerebral cortex is the largest part of the brain and plays a key role in awareness, communication, consciousness and memory.
NEW QUESTION # 22
If you are self-employed as a sole proprietor or independent contractor, which of the following forms must you file for business income and expenses with the IRS?
- A. Schedule C
- B. Schedule D
- C. Schedule A
- D. Schedule B
Answer: A
Explanation:
An individual person, working as a sole proprietor or as an independent contractor, must file the Schedule C for all related business income and expenses to calculate the net profit or loss of the business. Net profit or loss is then carried to IRS Form 1040.
NEW QUESTION # 23
The linea aspera is located on which of the following bones?
- A. Humerus
- B. Tibia
- C. Uina
- D. Femur
Answer: D
Explanation:
The linea aspera is comprised of three raised ridges along the posterior aspect of the femur. These ridges include a lateral, intermediate and medial and are caused by the insertion of muscles along each line.
NEW QUESTION # 24
Assisting your client with a concentric contraction of an antagonist to trigger the CNS to send a message to relax the agonist is a neural phenomenon called _______________.
- A. neurofibromatosis
- B. action potentials
- C. contralateral flexion
- D. reciprocal inhibition
Answer: D
Explanation:
Reciprocal inhibition is used to relax a muscle on one side of a joint by contracting the muscle on the other side of the joint. This is used to assist the reduction of a muscular tonicity. Caution should be used to prevent a simultaneous contraction which could result in a cramp or muscle tear.
NEW QUESTION # 25
What are acetylcholine and catecholamines?
Available Choices (select all choices that are correct)
- A. Erythrocytes
- B. Electrolytes
- C. Neurotransmitters
- D. Digestive enzymes
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 26
Which of the following is typical of an acute injury?
- A. Scar tissue
- B. Depression
- C. Inflammation
- D. Keloids
Answer: C
Explanation:
All of the other options would indicate a chronic or later stage of an injury/disfunction. During an acute injury, inflammation would be most evident.
NEW QUESTION # 27
Tennis elbow affects the flexor muscles of the forearm.
- A. TRUE
- B. FALSE
Answer: B
Explanation:
Tennis elbow affects the extensor muscles of the forearm and is attributed to the tearing of flexor muscles during impact of a back hand swing.
NEW QUESTION # 28
Which of the following muscles is a synergist for the biceps brachii?
- A. Brachialis
- B. Triceps
- C. Posterior deltoid
- D. Pec major
Answer: A
Explanation:
The synergist or assisting muscle to the biceps brachii is the brachialis muscle.
NEW QUESTION # 29
How many joints are part of the shoulder girdle?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: D
Explanation:
There are three joints that are part of the shoulder girdle - the sternoclavicular joint, the acromioclavicular joint and the glenohumeral joint.
NEW QUESTION # 30
In which region of the lung does the gaseous exchange occur?
- A. Atrium
- B. Alveoli
- C. Trachea
- D. Bronchii
Answer: B
Explanation:
The alveoli also known as the pulmonary alveolus is the anatomical structure of the lung that has a hollow cavity in which air is compressed and then exchanged with blood. There is roughly 170 alveoli in one square millimeter in the functional structure (parenchyma) of the lung.
NEW QUESTION # 31
Which of the four quad muscles is the largest in size?
- A. Vastus intermedius
- B. Vastus lateralis
- C. Rectus femoris
- D. Vast medialis
Answer: B
Explanation:
The vastus lateralis is the largest quadriceps muscle with its origin starting superiorly to the intertrochanteric line and inserting into the lateral border of the patella.
NEW QUESTION # 32
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 actions should you take as the practitioner of this client?
- A. Cancel appointment and have the client seek immediate medical attention
- B. Massage client and instruct to seek medical attention soon
- C. Massage client and suggest an NSAID
- D. Cancel appointment and send them home
Answer: A
Explanation:
Massage is contraindicated for fever and/or inflamed, swollen tissue. Osteomyelitis is a very serious infection that can result in amputation or possible death. Canceling the appointment and advising the client to seek immediate medical attention is the best course of action.
NEW QUESTION # 33
_________________ are the physical and emotional space between a client and a therapist that helps maintain professionalism.
- A. Frameworks
- B. Boundaries
- C. Ethics
- D. Laws
Answer: B
Explanation:
Boundaries are integral to maintaining a healthy physical and emotional space within the therapeutic relationship.
NEW QUESTION # 34
Which muscle is a prime mover for neck extension?
- A. Sternocleidomastoid
- B. Splenius capitis
- C. Extensor hallicus lonqus
- D. Rhomboids major
Answer: B
Explanation:
The splenius capitis muscle originates along the lower half of the nuchal ligament, spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebrae and the upper third or fourth thoracic vertebrae which insert into the mastoid process of the temporal bone. The action of the splenius capitis is to extend the neck posteriorly as well as assisting with lateral rotation and lateral flexion of the cervical spine.
NEW QUESTION # 35
A postural assessment may be performed while a client is at rest in a supine position.
- A. TRUE
- B. FALSE
Answer: B
Explanation:
A postural assessment can be performed while the client is standing to observe how they hold themselves upright in relation to gravitational forces or while laying down in a supine/prone position to determine any asymmetries.
NEW QUESTION # 36
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