MBLEx (Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination) Practice Test
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This practice test offers a comprehensive review of the subject matter covered on the MBLEx. Containing questions with explanatory answers (in the feedback section) and illustrations this is an essential review tool for the MBLEx. Includes subjects such as: Anatomy and Physiology, Pathology, Kinesiology, Massage Fundamentals, Ethics, Hydrotherapy and more! Answers are corrected instantly and a certificate of completion is issued at the end of the quiz along with a number score. There is no limit to the number of times this test can be taken.
- 1.Which of the following is NOT a lateral rotator of the hip?
- A.
Piriformis
- B.
Gemellus Superior
- C.
Semimembranosus
- D.
Obturator Internus
- 2.A chemical synapse where the muscle fiber and motor neuron meet is called?
- A.
Neuromuscular junction
- B.
Myoneural junction
- C.
Motor Unit
- D.
Both A & B
- 3.In this position the body lies horizontally with the face up?
- A.
Prone
- B.
Supine
- C.
Anatomic
- D.
Lateral recumbent
- 4.Known as "The Father of Swedish Massage".
- A.
Elizabeth Dicke
- B.
William Sutherland
- C.
Per Henrik Ling
- D.
James Cyriax
- 5.What should you do if a client that has recently undergone chemotherapy comes in for appointment?
- A.
Do only light touch massage
- B.
Consult the client’s physician
- C.
Carry on with a normal pressure massage
- D.
Refuse to work on the client
- 6.Where is the Popliteal Triangle located?
- A.
Side of the neck
- B.
Behind the knee
- C.
Above the kidneys
- D.
None of the above
- 7.On an average, how many new red blood cells are produced each second?
- A.
4 million
- B.
2 million
- C.
5 million
- D.
1 million
- 8.What are the two largest veins in the body?
- A.
Jugular & Femoral
- B.
Superior & Inferior Vena Cava
- C.
Superior Vena Cava & Cephalic
- D.
None of the above
- 9.Which of the following carries oxygen rich blood away from the heart?
- A.
Capillaries
- B.
Ventricles
- C.
Arteries
- D.
Veins
- 10.What is the primary duty of red blood cells?
- A.
Clotting
- B.
Plasma production
- C.
Transport of gases
- D.
Filter out impurities
- 11.Vitamin D plays a major role in clotting.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 12.How many chambers are in the heart?
- A.
3
- B.
4
- C.
2
- D.
6
- 13.This protein is most common in plasma.
- A.
Fibrinogen
- B.
Globulin
- C.
Serum Albumin
- D.
Nitrate
- 14.What is the fluid portion of the cytoplasm called?
- A.
Cytosol
- B.
Peroxisomes
- C.
Microvilli
- D.
None of the above
- 15.What is the difference between arteries & veins?
- A.
Veins have thicker muscular walls
- B.
Veins have valves
- C.
Arteries have thicker muscular walls
- D.
Both B & C
- 16.What is mitosis?
- A.
Cell transportation
- B.
Cell division
- C.
Lubrication
- D.
None of the above
- 17.Which of the following is NOT an example of lymphocytes?
- A.
Protect the body against antigens
- B.
To absorb lipids from the intestine and transport them to the blood
- C.
To collect and return interstitial fluid to the blood
- D.
Increase red blood cell production
- 18.Which of the following controls heart rhythm?
- A.
Cardiac center
- B.
Thymus
- C.
Ductus Venosus
- D.
Atria
- 19.Which of the following is considered the Pacemaker?
- A.
Left ventricle
- B.
Right ventricle
- C.
Sinoatrial Node
- D.
Parietal Pericardium
- 20.What are the two divisions of the circulatory system?
- A.
Blood Vascular & Lymph Vascular
- B.
Blood Vascular & Endocrine
- C.
Lymph & Endocrine
- D.
None of the above
- 21.What is the universal blood donor type?
- A.
AB
- B.
O (-)
- C.
RH (+)
- D.
RH (-)
- 22.What is a traveling blood clot called?
- A.
Embolus
- B.
Thrombus
- C.
Platelet
- D.
WBC
- 23.Which of the following is part of the rotator cuff?
- A.
Teres Minor
- B.
Infraspinatus
- C.
Subscapularis
- D.
All of the above
- 24.When is the thymus gland most active?
- A.
As an adult
- B.
As a child
- 25.Which of the following is the largest lymphoid organ?
- A.
Bone marrow
- B.
Spleen
- C.
Liver
- D.
Adenoid
- 26.Erythrocytes live ___ days.
- A.
100
- B.
90
- C.
120
- D.
80
- 27.Which system regulates action of the glands, the heart and smooth muscles?
- A.
PNS
- B.
CNS
- C.
ANS
- D.
SNS
- 28.Which endangerment site would you encounter when compressing the sternum?
- A.
Tibial Tuberosity
- B.
Styloid Process
- C.
Xiphoid Process
- D.
Popliteal Triangle
- 29.This is the smallest blood vessel that contains oxygenated blood.
- A.
Capillary
- B.
Vein
- C.
Ventricle
- D.
None of the above
- 30.A decrease of oxygen to tissues.
- A.
Edema
- B.
Embolus
- C.
Hypoxia
- D.
Septicemia
- 31.There are ___ different blood types.
- A.
4
- B.
8
- C.
9
- D.
5
- 32.A lack of blood flow to an area, usually referring to the heart.
- A.
Ischemia
- B.
Hypoxia
- C.
Embolus
- D.
Edema
- 33.An excessively quick heartbeat.
- A.
Murmur
- B.
Pericarditis
- C.
Tachycardia
- D.
Phlebitis
- 34.An allergic reaction that results in low blood pressure and difficulty breathing.
- A.
Anemia
- B.
Anaphylactic Shock
- C.
Hypoxia
- D.
Septic Shock
- 35.This is the main artery of the body.
- A.
Aorta
- B.
Vagus
- C.
Venules
- D.
Capillaries
- 36.The tricuspid valve is located between the right ventricle and the __________.
- A.
Left Atrium
- B.
Right Atrium
- C.
Mitral Valve
- D.
Septum
- 37.About how many bones does the average adult body have?
- A.
300
- B.
400
- C.
200
- D.
450
- 38.What is the loss of voluntary muscle function called?
- A.
Bell’s Palsy
- B.
Multiple Sclerosis
- C.
Sickle Cell Anemia
- D.
Paralysis
- 39.What is the outermost surface of the bone called?
- A.
Compact
- B.
Cancellous
- C.
Periosteum
- D.
Cartilage
- 40.This is the fluid that lubricates joints.
- A.
Amphiarthroses
- B.
Synovial
- C.
Bursa
- D.
Diarthrotic
- 41.How many bones make up the cervical vertebrae?
- A.
12
- B.
7
- C.
4
- D.
8
- 42.Birth defect in which a portion of the spinal cord protrudes through an opening in the vertebrae.
- A.
Rickets
- B.
Kyphosis
- C.
Spinal Bifida
- D.
Lordosis
- 43.Bones serve as a storage area for which mineral?
- A.
Iron
- B.
Phosphorus
- C.
Copper
- D.
None of the above
- 44.Which of the following is not one of the 8 carpal bones in the wrist?
- A.
Pisiform
- B.
Trapezoid
- C.
Trapezius
- D.
Trapezium
- 45.Bone that has been broken into many fragments.
- A.
Comminuted
- B.
Compound
- C.
Compression
- D.
Greenstick
- 46.The hip is an example of a ball and socket joint. Which movement is NOT an example of this joint?
- A.
Rotation
- B.
Abduction
- C.
Gliding
- D.
Extension
- 47.Which is NOT part of the small intestine?
- A.
Duodenum
- B.
Jejunum
- C.
Pharynx
- D.
Ileum
- 48.How many permanent teeth does the average adult have?
- A.
40
- B.
37
- C.
27
- D.
32
- 49.Which of the following is a basic process of the digestive system?
- A.
Ingestion
- B.
Propulsion
- C.
Absorption
- D.
All of the above
- 50.Pancreatic secretions from ductal cells contain _____________ ions.
- A.
Enzyme
- B.
Hormonal
- C.
Bicarbonate
- D.
Positive
- 51.Where does the majority of chemical digestion take place?
- A.
Stomach
- B.
Ileum
- C.
Jejunum
- D.
Duodenum
- 52.This amino acid breaks down glucose.
- A.
Arginine
- B.
Cysteine
- C.
Alanine
- D.
Glycine
- 53.This muscle type is most commonly found in the bladder and other hollow organs.
- A.
Skeletal
- B.
Smooth
- C.
Cardiac
- D.
None of the above
- 54.The muscular system is composed of over ________ muscles
- A.
950
- B.
1500
- C.
600
- D.
400
- 55.Which of these muscles move the lips?
- A.
Orbicularis Oculi
- B.
Orbicularis Oris
- C.
Zygomaticles
- D.
Masseter
- 56.What is the main muscle used when shrugging the shoulders?
- A.
Trapezius
- B.
Intercostal
- C.
Serratus posterior
- D.
Scalenus anterior
- 57.Which of the following muscles are responsible for these actions: horizontal adduction and inward rotation of the humerus?
- A.
Infraspinatus
- B.
Iliopsoas
- C.
Pectoralis major
- D.
None of the above
- 58.Which muscle is NOT used when nodding your head?
- A.
Rhomboid
- B.
Trapezius
- C.
Sternocleidomastoids
- D.
Splenius
- 59.Which of the following is responsible for storing oxygen within muscle cells?
- A.
Sarcolemma
- B.
Hemoglobin
- C.
Myoglobin
- D.
Insulin
- 60.Involves the SCM and is sometimes referred to as Wry Neck.
- A.
Lumbago
- B.
Torticollis
- C.
Subluxation
- D.
Bell’s Palsy
- 61.This muscle extends and abducts the wrist.
- A.
Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus
- B.
Triceps Brachii
- C.
Plantar Interossei
- D.
Abductor Digiti Minimi
- 62.This muscle is known as the hip hiker muscle.
- A.
Quadratus Lumborum
- B.
Erector Spinae
- C.
Piriformis
- D.
None of the above
- 63.How many lobes does the left lung have?
- A.
6
- B.
4
- C.
2
- D.
1
- 64.Tiny air filled sacs located at the ends of bronchioles.
- A.
Alveoli
- B.
Glottis
- C.
Sinus
- D.
Bronchi
- 65.During inspiration which muscles contract, lifting the ribs up and down?
- A.
SCM
- B.
Intercostals
- C.
Pectoralis Minor
- D.
None of the above
- 66.Which of the following is an example of an antihistamine?
- A.
Celebres®
- B.
Soma®
- C.
Serax®
- D.
Tavist®
- 67.Maintains healthy eyes & skin, also known to strengthen the immune system.
- A.
Beta-Carotene
- B.
Vitamin B15
- C.
Folic Acid
- D.
Zinc
- 68.Used to treat Attention Deficit Disorder.
- A.
Sedatives
- B.
Stimulants
- C.
Antipsychotics
- D.
Antitussives
- 69.Useful for menstrual cramps and to relieve hot flashes during menopause.
- A.
Chickweed
- B.
Catnip
- C.
Black Cohosh
- D.
Calendula
- 70.When combined can be effective in elevating low blood pressure levels.
- A.
Mullein & Myrrh
- B.
Myrrh & Echinacea
- C.
Peppermint & Ginseng
- D.
Licorice & Red clover
- 71.ADH is made in the ____________.
- A.
Hypothalamus
- B.
Adrenal cortex
- C.
Renal medulla
- D.
Renal corpuscles
- 72.What is the study of cells?
- A.
Physiology
- B.
Cytology
- C.
Gross anatomy
- D.
Embryology
- 73.What is alopecia?
- A.
Infection of the liver
- B.
Baldness
- C.
Difficulty breathing
- D.
Uncontrollable bleeding
- 74.What is the top number called in a blood pressure reading?
- A.
Systolic
- B.
Diastolic
- 75.Which is the rarest lever in the body?
- A.
First class
- B.
Second class
- C.
Third class
- D.
Fourth class
- 76.Most levers in the human body are ___________.
- A.
First
- B.
Second
- C.
Third
- D.
Fourth
- 77.This type of skin cancer is the most life threatening.
- A.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
- B.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- C.
Melanoma
- 78.Which layer of the epidermis continually sheds?
- A.
Stratum Lucidum
- B.
Stratum Corneum
- C.
Stratum Granulosum
- D.
Stratum Basale
- 79.This dark pigment gives skin its color.
- A.
Keratin
- B.
Vitamin D
- C.
Vitamin A
- D.
Melanin
- 80.Pacinian Corpuscles respond to ____________.
- A.
Pain
- B.
Pressure
- C.
Temperature
- D.
None of the above
- 81.A cell membrane is a semi-permeable layer that protects the interior of a cell from the outside environment.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 82.How many classifications of burns are there?
- A.
3
- B.
6
- C.
4
- D.
8
- 83.An average adult's skin spans about ______ feet.
- A.
44
- B.
52
- C.
21
- D.
14
- 84.Water loss occurs in the skin by sweating & evaporation.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 85.Which application is used to treat bursitis?
- A.
Ice and cold packs
- B.
Russian Bath
- C.
Hydrocollator
- D.
Paraffin
- 86.Which best describes a salt glow?
- A.
Hydrate the skin
- B.
Exfoliates skin
- C.
Usually take place in a wet room
- D.
All of the above
- 87.Which of the following will quickly relax the muscles?
- A.
Heat
- B.
Cold
- 88.Cold mitten friction helps improve the immune system.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 89.Sitz baths are commonly used to relieve discomfort from _________.
- A.
PMS
- B.
Anal Fissures
- C.
Hemorrhoids
- D.
All of the above
- 90.Which of the following does NOT describe a Vichy Shower treatment?
- A.
Client lays down
- B.
Client stands
- C.
Increases digestive activity
- D.
Promotes circulation
- 91.An English physician who wrote the book " A History of Hot and Cold Bathing".
- A.
John Floyer
- B.
Father Sebastian Kneipp
- C.
John Cusak
- D.
Vincent Priessnitz
- 92.Moving a part of the body towards the midline.
- A.
Abduction
- B.
Adduction
- C.
Distal
- D.
Pronation
- 93.If a client refuses correct draping methods, what should you do?
- A.
Proceed with the massage without the client draped
- B.
Explain to the client that by law he must be draped and you will have to terminate the massage if he doesn’t comply
- C.
Do not respond to him, drape him properly and continue with the massage
- D.
None of the above
- 94.What should a therapist do if a client has an emotional release during a massage?
- A.
Terminate the massage
- B.
Ask if the client is alright and if it is ok to continue with the massage
- C.
Politely tell the client that there are other people waiting and they can reschedule if need be
- D.
Continue to work without commenting
- 95.Which of the following is the best way to handle a client who propositions you sexually?
- A.
Break physical contact
- B.
Ignore the client’s proposition and continue with the massage
- 96.If a client shows up for an appointment intoxicated, it is alright to massage him as long as he doesn’t seem to be a danger to you or himself.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 97.Mineral oils are an ideal lubricant for massage.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 98.This organization allows patients to choose any doctor or hospital they like, but pay less “out of pocket” if they choose a preferred provider.
- A.
PPO
- B.
HMO
- 99.Which best defines "Scope of Practice"?
- A.
The skills associated with being a professional in a given occupation.
- B.
The basic rules of conduct that serves as a foundation to a particular vocation.
- C.
The range of activities and responsibilities that determine the boundaries within a particular health occupation.
- D.
Moral and ethical standards decided by society.
- 100.Which of the following forms would you use to claim expenses for business use of your home?
- A.
Form 1065
- B.
Form 8829
- C.
Schedule SE
- D.
Form 1065 K-1
- 101.What does the acronym SOAP stand for?
- A.
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
- B.
Subjective, Observe, Assessment, Plan
- C.
Subjective, Objective, Action, Plan
- D.
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Protocol
- 102.Which tax form would an independent contractor fill out?
- A.
W-2
- B.
1099
- C.
Schedule K
- D.
1040 EZ
- 103.This cell does not have a nucleus.
- A.
Red blood cell
- B.
White blood cell
- 104.The diaphragm flattens during _________.
- A.
Inspiration
- B.
Expiration
- 105.Sebum plug partially blocking the pore is called ________.
- A.
Blackhead
- B.
Macule
- C.
Comedo
- D.
Both A & C
- 106.An obstruction in the bile duct can cause ____________.
- A.
Kidney Stones
- B.
Jaundice
- C.
Mumps
- D.
Heartburn
- 107.The partially digested mixture of food & gastric juices that is forced into the small intestine is called?
- A.
Bolus
- B.
Chyme
- C.
Glucose
- D.
Amino Acid
- 108.What is the medical term for vomiting?
- A.
Secretion
- B.
Emesis
- C.
Peristalsis
- D.
Mastication
- 109.A neuron that carries impulses from one neuron to another is called?
- A.
Effector
- B.
Receptor
- C.
Interneurons
- D.
Nerve
- 110.This plane divides the body into anterior & posterior and runs vertically.
- A.
Sagittal
- B.
Frontal
- C.
Transverse
- D.
None of the above
- 111.Which of the following is NOT a type of neuron?
- A.
Sensory
- B.
Motor
- C.
Dendrite
- D.
Interneuron
- 112.The Pectoralis Major is an example of this muscle shape.
- A.
Pennate
- B.
Convergent
- C.
Parallel
- D.
Circular
- 113.What is another name for a birthmark?
- A.
Nevus
- B.
Carbuncle
- C.
Cyst
- D.
Laceration
- 114.The posterior of the body.
- A.
Distal
- B.
Proximal
- C.
Dorsal
- D.
Bilateral
- 115.These muscles assist the prime mover.
- A.
Agonist
- B.
Antagonist
- C.
Synergist
- D.
Fixator
- 116.What is the lateral process at the distal end of the radius?
- A.
Medial malleolus
- B.
Coronoid process
- C.
Pisiform
- D.
Radial styloid process
- 117.Excessive bone growth to replace excessive bone loss.
- A.
Gout
- B.
Rickets Disease
- C.
Padget’s Disease
- D.
Lordosis
- 118.
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- A.
Maxilla
- B.
(Mandible) Angle
- C.
(Mandible) Mental Foramen
- D.
Ethmoid Bone
- 119.The centrosome and the _____________ control cell reproduction.
- A.
Nucleus
- B.
Endoderm
- C.
Spindle cells
- D.
Golgi tendon organs
- 120.What is anabolism?
- A.
Breaking down of molecules into smaller ones.
- B.
Building up larger molecules from smaller ones.
- 121.Which of the following is the term for the circulation of blood from the heart to the lungs and back again?
- A.
Systemic Circulation
- B.
Pulmonary Circulation
- 122.This salivary gland, located inside the cheek below the ears, swells to create “chipmunk cheeks” during the mumps.
- A.
Sublingual glands
- B.
Submandibular glands
- C.
Parotid glands
- D.
A & C
- 123.This is the lowest part of the brainstem.
- A.
Cerebrum
- B.
Medulla
- C.
Midbrain
- D.
Pons
- 124.Which cranial nerve is the Glossopharyngeal nerve?
- A.
IX
- B.
X
- C.
VI
- D.
II
- 125.Where are the adrenal glands located?
- A.
Behind the sternum
- B.
Above the kidneys
- C.
Posterior to the stomach
- D.
None of the above
- 126.Produced in the kidneys to stimulate red blood cells in bone marrow.
- A.
Endorphins
- B.
Erythropoietin
- C.
Androgens
- D.
Cholecystokinin
- 127.This is the protective outer layer of the heart.
- A.
Myocardium
- B.
Epicardium
- C.
Endocardium
- 128.Hormones are mostly composed of proteins and _______.
- A.
Steroids
- B.
Insulin
- C.
Potassium
- D.
Calcium
- 129.This is considered "The Master Gland" and controls homeostasis.
- A.
Pituitary
- B.
Thalamus
- C.
Thyroid
- D.
Thymus
- 130.Borborygmus is caused by ____________.
- A.
Inflammation of the small intestines
- B.
Return of stomach contents into the esophagus
- C.
Gas moving through the intestines
- D.
Lesions in the mouth
- 131.Massage is locally contraindicated on a wart.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 132.Located on the intestine walls, these tiny projections aid in absorption.
- A.
Villi
- B.
Uvula
- C.
Pulorus
- D.
Rugae
- 133.There are two parts to the adrenal glands, the adrenal cortex and the adrenal ________.
- A.
Islets of Langerhans
- B.
Posterior Lobe
- C.
Parathyroid
- D.
Medulla
- 134.Ribs are part of the appendicular skeleton.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 135.These sudoriferous glands are located in the armpits and genital areas.
- A.
Eccrine
- B.
Apocrine
- C.
Ceruminous
- D.
Both A & C
- 136.Where is the hyoid bone located?
- A.
Neck
- B.
Femur
- C.
Humerus
- D.
Head
- 137.How many bones make up the spinal column?
- A.
33
- B.
21
- C.
8
- D.
12
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