Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination FREE MBLEx Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which muscle is the primary hip flexor and attaches to the lesser trochanter of the femur?

Accepted Answer

Iliopsoas

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Rectus femoris

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Sartorius

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Tensor fasciae latae

Question 2

What is the appropriate massage therapist response when a client reports symptoms of deep vein thrombosis in the lower leg?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a physician immediately and do not massage the affected area

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Apply deep tissue work to break up the clot

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Use light effleurage on the affected leg

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Elevate the leg and apply heat before massaging

Question 3

During a Swedish massage, which stroke technique involves rhythmic tapping or percussion movements?

Accepted Answer

Tapotement

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Effleurage

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Petrissage

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Friction

Question 4

The thoracolumbar fascia provides attachment for which of the following muscles?

Accepted Answer

Latissimus dorsi

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Deltoid

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Pectoralis major

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Biceps brachii

Question 5

Which ethical principle requires massage therapists to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients?

Accepted Answer

Dual relationship avoidance

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Beneficence

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Autonomy

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Justice

Question 6

What type of end feel would a massage therapist expect when passively extending a healthy client's knee joint?

Accepted Answer

Soft tissue approximation

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Bone-to-bone

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Empty

Answer

Springy block