FSMTB MBLEx Exam Practice Test Instant Access

Question 1

A small, rough protuberance on a bone is called a _______________.

ATuberosity

BCondyle

CTrochanter

DSpine

Answer : A

A condyle is a large rounded area on a bone, usually at a joint articulation. A trochanter is a large projection from a bone. A spine or spinous process is a flat ridge-like flange protruding from a bone, typically a vertebra.

Question 2

Which of the following valves is between the stomach and the small intestine?

APyloric

BMitral

CIleocecal

DEustachian

Answer : A

The valve between the stomach and the small intestine is the pyloric valve also known as the pylorus or pyloric sphincter.

Question 3

Which of the following regulates the development of reproductive processes within the body?

AHRT

BADH

CInsulin

DFSH

Answer : D

FSH or follicle stimulating hormone, produced by the anterior portion of the pituitary gland regulates the reproductive processes of the body, including development, growth and maturation.

Question 4

Which of the following is a violation of client confidentiality?

AAsking a client about their home office

BSpeaking with a client's doctor about their prescription

CMaintaining records in a safe location outside of the office

DApproaching a client in a public setting

Answer : D

Although it may seem cold and unfriendly, it is up to the client to approach the massage therapist if they wish in a public setting.

Question 5

ABCDE is used as a guideline to detect changes in the _______________.

Aeyes

Bmuscles

Cskin

Dmouth

Answer : C

ABCDE refers to irregularities in skin. A - asymmetrical shape of skin B - border unevenness C - color variations D - diameter E - evolution Any changes in the ABCDE category is cause for a referral to a dermatologist.

Question 6

At the beginning, the needs of a particular client were very simple. Initially, the client requested general relaxation massage with occasional focus on deeper layers of muscle. However, just over six months ago, the client was diagnosed with diabetes. Since then the client's condition has progressed beyond the comfort and skill level of the massage therapist, though the therapist continues to offer treatment. What has occurred?

AThe massage therapist is operating outside the scope of practice.

BA needy client has become unreasonably demanding.

CA power differential.

DA dual relationship has been created.

Answer : A

Sometimes a client can develop complex issues and it is important for a massage professional to ''check in'' with their own personal scope of practice to insure a healthy therapeutic relationship. In this case, the massage therapist should recommend another practitioner with special training to better assist the client.

Question 7

Which of the following choices best describes the function of O, in the acronym S.O.A.P.?

AHomework

BEvaluation

CSummary of findings

DClient experience

Answer : B

The O is for objective, which is based on a therapist's visual and physical findings of the client.

FSMTB MBLEx Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination Exam Practice Test