Nctmb Test Prep
A short review quiz to help prepare for the NCBTMB/MBLEx
- 1.
What is the term for fluid that lubricates joints?
- A.
Lymph
- B.
Plasma
- C.
Serous
- D.
Synovial
Correct Answer
D. Synovial -
- 2.
When massaging a client, the mssage/bodywork practitioner notices a rapid respiratory rate and a rapid heart rate, The client is MOST likely in a state of ____________?
- A.
Anxiety
- B.
Depression
- C.
Fatigue
- D.
Happiness
Correct Answer
A. Anxiety -
- 3.
The earliest symptom of osteoarthritis is _______?
- A.
Pain usually worse with exercise
- B.
Radiating heat
- C.
Shooting muscular pain
- D.
Tingling in extremities
Correct Answer
A. Pain usually worse with exercise -
- 4.
When massaging a large area of the body, the practicioner should _____?
- A.
Brace the shoulders to gain power
- B.
Focus on movement in the wrists for rhythm
- C.
Shift weight from one foot to the other
- D.
Tense the hips to provide a good foundation
Correct Answer
C. Shift weight from one foot to the other -
- 5.
Which of the following actions BEST assesses a joint or ligament without muscle contraction?
- A.
Active range of motion
- B.
Assisted movement
- C.
Passive range of motion
- D.
Resisted movement
Correct Answer
C. Passive range of motion -
- 6.
Which of the following skin conditions is contagious?
- A.
Acne
- B.
Herpes
- C.
Hives
- D.
Psoriasis
Correct Answer
B. Herpes -
- 7.
Net income is defined as ___________?
- A.
Income recieved as cash
- B.
Income recieved as checks
- C.
Total income less expenditures
- D.
Total income recieved
Correct Answer
C. Total income less expenditures -
- 8.
Which of the following treatments is an example of allopathic medicine?
- A.
Aromatherapy
- B.
Chemotherapy
- C.
Chiropractic adjustment
- D.
Herban Infusions
Correct Answer
B. Chemotherapy -
- 9.
The function of ligaments is to __________?
- A.
Connect muscle to bone
- B.
Connect muscle to muscle
- C.
Move joints
- D.
Stabilize joints
Correct Answer
D. Stabilize joints -
- 10.
The proximal attachment for the long head of the biceps brachii is at the ___________?
- A.
Coracoid process of the scapula
- B.
Inferior aspect of the glenoid fossa
- C.
Infraspinatus fossa
- D.
Upper rim of the glenoid fossa
Correct Answer
D. Upper rim of the glenoid fossa -
- 11.
Injured cartilage takes a long time to heal because it is ________?
- A.
Articular
- B.
Composed of dense tissues
- C.
Difficult to massage
- D.
Poorly vascularized
Correct Answer
D. Poorly vascularized -
- 12.
Which of the following diseases primarily affects the lymph nodes and other lymphatic structures?
- A.
Crones
- B.
Hodgkins
- C.
Huntington's
- D.
Parkinsons
Correct Answer
B. Hodgkins -
- 13.
Which organ is protected by the sternum and vertebral column?
- A.
Heart
- B.
Liver
- C.
Spleen
- D.
Stomach
Correct Answer
A. Heart -
- 14.
In order to document the client's progress throughout multiple treatments, It is important to __________?
- A.
Have the client fill out a history form before each treatment
- B.
Keep a log of the client's appointments
- C.
Record and maintain S.O.A.P notes
- D.
Verbally check in with the client before each session
Correct Answer
C. Record and maintain S.O.A.P notes -
- 15.
What type of membrane lines the digestive tract?
- A.
Cutaneous
- B.
Mucous
- C.
Serous
- D.
Synovial
Correct Answer
B. Mucous -
- 16.
The massage/bodywork practitioner's major source of information about the clients medical profile comes from
- A.
History
- B.
Muscle testing
- C.
Observation
- D.
Palpation
Correct Answer
A. History -
- 17.
What are the primary actions of the Teres Major muscle?
- A.
Extension, adduction, medial rotation
- B.
Flexion, abduction, medial rotation
- C.
Flexion, adduction, medial rotation
- D.
Lateral rotation, extension, adduction
Correct Answer
A. Extension, adduction, medial rotation -
- 18.
The effects of post menopaus would include ______?
- A.
Increase in estrogen production
- B.
Increase in progesterone production
- C.
Loss of bone density matrix
- D.
Thickening of the epithelial linings
Correct Answer
C. Loss of bone density matrix -
- 19.
Which of the following treatments is indicated for inflammation within the first twenty four hours?
- A.
Analgesic balm
- B.
Contrast bath
- C.
Ice pack
- D.
Paraffin dip
Correct Answer
C. Ice pack -
- 20.
Which of the following appearances BEST describes varicose veins?
- A.
Dry and flaky surrounding tissue
- B.
Knotty appearance under the skin
- C.
Localized edema
- D.
Red and swollen
Correct Answer
B. Knotty appearance under the skin -
- 21.
On the way to a massage session, a client is bitten on the ankle by a dog, The practicioner should _______?
- A.
Avoid any work distal to the knee of the effected ankle
- B.
Cancel the session and suggest the client go to a hospital
- C.
Give the client a band-aid
- D.
Wear gloves for the session
Correct Answer
B. Cancel the session and suggest the client go to a hospital -
- 22.
Done Rhythmically, what is the effect of passive range of motion?
- A.
Hypoxia in the joint being mobilized
- B.
Relaxation of the nervous system
- C.
Stimulation of the nervous system
- D.
Release of epinephrine
Correct Answer
B. Relaxation of the nervous system -
- 23.
What is the average resting ventilation rate for an adult?
- A.
1-10 breaths per minute
- B.
12-18 breaths per minute
- C.
30-60 breaths per minute
- D.
40-50 breaths per minute
Correct Answer
B. 12-18 breaths per minute -
- 24.
Applying sustained deep pressure to a small area, followed by a slow release and stretching, is a technique of
- A.
Chakra balancing
- B.
Craniosacral therapy
- C.
Trager approach
- D.
Trigger point therapy
Correct Answer
D. Trigger point therapy -
- 25.
A 21-year-old female client comes in for a massage treatment. She is extremely thin, and her hair is dry and brittle. The massage/bodywork practitioner suspects the client has anorexia nervosa. How should the practitioner proceed?
- A.
Bolster carefully and proceed wtih the massage
- B.
Gather more information before proceeding with the massage
- C.
Immediately notify the client's healthgiver
- D.
Refer teh client for psychological counselling instead of performing the massage.
Correct Answer
B. Gather more information before proceeding with the massage -
- 26.
Which of the following describes and infection of the bone?
- A.
Osteamalacia
- B.
Osteomyelitis
- C.
Osteopenia
- D.
Osteoporosis
Correct Answer
B. Osteomyelitis -
- 27.
Which of the following terms is defined as an increase in the diameter of the lumen of a blood vessel
- A.
Arteriosclerosis
- B.
Atherosclerosis
- C.
Vasoconstriction
- D.
Vasodilation
Correct Answer
D. Vasodilation -
- 28.
Which term can be used to describe protraction of the scapulae?
- A.
Abduction
- B.
Adduction
- C.
Downward rotation
- D.
Upward Rotation
Correct Answer
A. Abduction -
- 29.
The art of assessing tissues with the hands in order to note changes in tension and position BEST defines: ___________?
- A.
Articulation
- B.
Delineation
- C.
Paplation
- D.
Sensation
Correct Answer
C. Paplation -
- 30.
When getting off the table from the supine position, which of the following is the BEST action to minimize strain on the neck and back?
- A.
Contract the abdominal muscles while lifting the head and rocking to a sitting position
- B.
Keep neck relaxed while lifting the head and pushing posteriorly ith the elbows
- C.
Lead with the head and help to leverage the body upright with hands on knees and thighs leave back and neck open to strain
- D.
Roll to the side while keeping the neck relaxed, swing legs off the table, and push up with the arms
Correct Answer
D. Roll to the side while keeping the neck relaxed, swing legs off the table, and push up with the arms -
- 31.
During a massage session, a client tells the practitioner they just took vicoden. The massage practitioner should ____?
- A.
Avoid any abdominal work
- B.
Avoid deep work
- C.
Continue the session
- D.
Stop the session
Correct Answer
D. Stop the session -
- 32.
The popliteal fossa is an endangerment site for which structure?
- A.
Basilic vein
- B.
Femoral artery
- C.
Obturator nerve
- D.
Tibial nerve
Correct Answer
D. Tibial nerve -
- 33.
A major principle of holistic health is ___________?
- A.
Each part of the body is a separate entity
- B.
The body has no influence on the emotions
- C.
The mind and body cannot be divided
- D.
The mind is independent from the body
Correct Answer
C. The mind and body cannot be divided -
- 34.
During prolonged excessive stress, the body experiences: ___________?
- A.
Increased blood pressure
- B.
Increased peristalsis
- C.
Reduced heart rate
- D.
Reduced respiration rate
Correct Answer
A. Increased blood pressure -
- 35.
Which of the following chakras is associated with the color green?
- A.
Crown
- B.
Heart
- C.
Root
- D.
Solar plexus
Correct Answer
B. Heart -
- 36.
The income from a gift certificate becomes taxable when the certificate is : _______________
- A.
Donated
- B.
Expired
- C.
Purchased
- D.
Redeemed
Correct Answer
C. Purchased -
- 37.
What is the volume of air inspired or expired during a normal breath called?
- A.
Residual volume
- B.
Tidal volume
- C.
Total lung capacity
- D.
Vital capacity
Correct Answer
B. Tidal volume -
- 38.
Which of the following chakras is represented by the color red?
- A.
Crown
- B.
Heart
- C.
Root
- D.
Solar Plexus
Correct Answer
C. Root -
- 39.
Which of the following muscles is palpable directly inferior to the spine of the scapula?
- A.
Infraspinatus
- B.
Subscapularis
- C.
Suprasinatus
- D.
Teres Minor
Correct Answer
A. Infraspinatus -
- 40.
Which of the following is a biaxial joint?
- A.
Ellipsoid
- B.
Gliding
- C.
Hinge
- D.
Pivot
Correct Answer
A. Ellipsoid -
- 41.
A client who was exposed to repeated domestic violence during childhood may exhibit symptoms of :_________?
- A.
De Quevain's Disease
- B.
Guillian-Barre Syndrome
- C.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
- D.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Correct Answer
C. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder -
- 42.
While replacing clean linen, the pillow case falls to the floor. The mssage/bodywork practitioner SHOULD:________________?
- A.
Find a matching case fo the sheet set
- B.
Place the case in the dirty laundry
- C.
Shake the case out and continue to cover the pillow
- D.
Spray the case with disinfectant
Correct Answer
B. Place the case in the dirty laundry -
- 43.
If a client experiences pain radiating distally while a practitioner is palpating the piriformis, the practitioner may be putting undue pressure on which of the following nerves?
- A.
Femoral
- B.
Obturator
- C.
Peroneal
- D.
Sciatic
Correct Answer
D. Sciatic -
- 44.
A contraction of the arrector pili muscles could indicate that a client is: ___________?
- A.
Cold
- B.
Hungry
- C.
Nauseous
- D.
Sleep deprived
Correct Answer
A. Cold -
- 45.
What is the common term for myocardial infarction?
- A.
Blood clot
- B.
Dropsy
- C.
Heart attack
- D.
Stroke
Correct Answer
C. Heart attack -
- 46.
The chamber of the heart that recieves oxygen-rich blood through the pulonary viens is the: ________________?
- A.
Left Atrium
- B.
Left Bentricle
- C.
Right Atrium
- D.
Right Ventricle
Correct Answer
A. Left Atrium -
- 47.
How should the massage/bodywork practitioner have a client turn over
- A.
Give instructions to the client, leave the room and return when the client calls out
- B.
Hold the border of the drape at the head of the table and have the client turn over
- C.
Let the client handle turning with the draping and do not interfere
- D.
Lift and hold the border of the draping farthest from the practitioner and ask the client to roll towards the practitioner under the drape
Correct Answer
D. Lift and hold the border of the draping farthest from the practitioner and ask the client to roll towards the practitioner under the drape -
- 48.
Which muscle acts to medially rotate the tibia?
- A.
Gastrocnemius
- B.
Pectineus
- C.
Plantaris
- D.
Popliteus
Correct Answer
D. Popliteus -
- 49.
What is the hormone produced by the posterior pituitary gland that helps regulate fluid and electrolyte balance?
- A.
Antidiuretic hormone
- B.
Luteinizing hormone
- C.
Oxytocin
- D.
Serotonin
Correct Answer
A. Antidiuretic hormone -
- 50.
A client who experiences an intense emotional release during a session is asked to breath into his/her abdomen. This style of breathing causes relaxation by activating the:__________________
- A.
Efferent network
- B.
Parasympathetic Nervous System
- C.
Reticular activating system
- D.
Sympathetic nervous system
Correct Answer
B. Parasympathetic Nervous System -
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