FSMTB MBLEx Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination Online Training
FSMTB MBLEx Online Training
The questions for MBLEx were last updated at Nov 23,2024.
- Exam Code: MBLEx
- Exam Name: Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination
- Certification Provider: FSMTB
- Latest update: Nov 23,2024
Your last client of the day asks to treat you to a few drinks.
What is the correct response?
- A . Suggest another time
- B . Say "yes" as long as it is not too expensive
- C . End your professional relationship with them
- D . Decline the invitation in order to keep the relationship professional
D
Explanation:
The concern with fraternizing with clients outside of the therapeutic environment is to avoid the possibility of creating a dual relationship.
Which of the following massage techniques should not be offered in a medical massage office?
- A . Feldenkrais
- B . ITantric
- C . Neuromuscular
- D . Hellerwork
B
Explanation:
Among the options provided, Tantric massage is the one that is generally not appropriate to offer in a medical massage office. Here’s why:
What is the medical term for the shoulder joint?
- A . Facet joint
- B . Acromioclavicular joint
- C . Glenohumeral joint
- D . Humeroclavicular
C
Explanation:
The shoulder joint is comprised of the glenoid fossa of the scapula and the head of the humerus.
This juncture is called the glenohumeral joint.
With regard to range of motion testing, a hard end feel is typically a ____________ experience for a client.
- A . painless
- B . slightly painful
- C . moderately painful
- D . very painful
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.
The tendinoperiosteal junction is located between the muscle and tendon.
- A . TRUE
- B . FALSE
B
Explanation:
The tendinoperiosteal junction is located between tendon and bone.
The musculotendinous junction is located between muscular tendon and bone.
- A . TRUE
- B . FALSE
B
Explanation:
The musculotendinous junction is formed between the muscle and its respective tendon.
Which muscle does the radial nerve innervate?
- A . Biceps femoris
- B . Triceps
- C . Flexor diqitorum lonqus
- D . Pectorals major
B
Explanation:
The radial nerve innervates all muscles of the posterior arm and this includes the triceps muscle.
The main function of the epiglottis is to:
- A . Produce sound and vocalization
- B . Protect the airway during swallowing
- C . Deliver oxygen to the lungs
- D . Protect the esophagus during eating
B
Explanation:
The epiglottis is a fold of cartilaginous tissue located above the glottis in the pharynx. During normal swallowing the larynx moves upward and the epiglottis folds over the glottis. This prevents substances from entering the respiratory system.
During a range of motion assessment, the client contracts their muscles to prevent movement due to pain and discomfort. This is referred to as a/n ____________.
- A . empty end feel
- B . hard end feel
- C . gait assessment
- D . active resisted movement
D
Explanation:
During a range of motion assessment, when a client contracts their muscles to prevent movement due to pain and discomfort, it is referred to as an active resisted movement. Here’s why the other options don’t fit:
The cerebral cortex is responsible for ____________.
- A . consciousness
- B . hormone production
- C . regulating the heartbeat
- D . muscle motor functions
A
Explanation:
The cerebral cortex is the largest part of the brain and plays a key role in awareness, communication, consciousness and memory.