Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination FREE MBLEx Test Client Assessment and Planning Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

During a client intake, which finding would require a massage therapist to obtain physician clearance before proceeding with treatment?

Accepted Answer

Recent deep vein thrombosis diagnosis

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Mild tension headache

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Chronic low back stiffness

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General work-related stress

Question 2

A client reports numbness and tingling radiating down their left arm during the initial assessment. What is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client for medical evaluation before proceeding

Answer

Begin gentle effleurage on the affected arm

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Apply deep tissue work to the cervical spine

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Document the symptom and continue with the scheduled session

Question 3

Which assessment technique involves the therapist passively moving a client's joint through its available motion to evaluate joint integrity?

Accepted Answer

Passive range of motion testing

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Active range of motion testing

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Manual muscle testing

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Postural assessment

Question 4

When developing a treatment plan, what does the acronym SOAP stand for in clinical documentation?

Accepted Answer

Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan

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Standard, Observation, Analysis, Protocol

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Symptom, Outcome, Action, Prognosis

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Summary, Observation, Assessment, Procedure

Question 5

A client presents with bilateral shoulder elevation and forward head posture during postural analysis. Which muscle group is most likely shortened?

Accepted Answer

Upper trapezius and pectoralis major

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Rhomboids and middle trapezius

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Latissimus dorsi and teres major

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Infraspinatus and posterior deltoid

Question 6

A returning client reports that previous deep pressure work caused bruising. How should the therapist modify the treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

Reduce pressure intensity and reassess tissue response throughout the session

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Continue with the same pressure since bruising is a normal response

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Switch entirely to energy work techniques

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Cancel the appointment and refer to a physician