Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination FREE MBLEx MCQ Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which muscle is the primary hip flexor and is commonly addressed in massage therapy for clients with lower back pain?

Accepted Answer

Psoas major

Answer

Gluteus maximus

Answer

Rectus femoris

Answer

Tensor fasciae latae

Question 2

What is the appropriate action for a massage therapist if a client reports sudden numbness and tingling radiating down the arm during a neck massage?

Accepted Answer

Immediately stop the technique and assess the client

Answer

Continue with lighter pressure

Answer

Apply ice to the area and continue

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Increase pressure to release the trigger point

Question 3

Which type of end feel is considered abnormal and may indicate joint pathology?

Accepted Answer

Empty end feel

Answer

Soft tissue approximation

Answer

Bone-to-bone

Answer

Tissue stretch

Question 4

During a Swedish massage, effleurage strokes should generally be directed toward which anatomical structure?

Accepted Answer

Toward the heart

Answer

Away from the spine

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Toward the distal extremities

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Perpendicular to muscle fibers

Question 5

A massage therapist notices a client has a bruise on their forearm. What is the most appropriate course of action regarding that area?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the bruised area entirely

Answer

Massage directly over the bruise to promote healing

Answer

Apply deep friction to break up the hematoma

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Use tapotement over the bruise to increase circulation

Question 6

Which organ is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen and must be considered during abdominal massage?

Accepted Answer

Liver

Answer

Spleen

Answer

Stomach

Answer

Descending colon