MBLEx Client Assessment and Treatment Questions and Answers

Question 1

A client presents with an exaggerated posterior curvature of the thoracic spine, often referred to as 'hunchback.' During the visual assessment, what is the correct term for this postural deviation?

Accepted Answer

Kyphosis

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Scoliosis

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Lordosis

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Anterior Pelvic Tilt

Question 2

While palpating a client's upper trapezius, a therapist identifies a taut, palpable band of muscle that elicits a local twitch response and referred pain when compressed. What has the therapist most likely located?

Accepted Answer

An active trigger point

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A swollen lymph node

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A fibrous adhesion

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A bone spur

Question 3

A massage therapist asks a client to flex their own shoulder as far as they can without any assistance from the therapist. What type of range of motion is being assessed?

Accepted Answer

Active Range of Motion (AROM)

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Passive Range of Motion (PROM)

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Active Assisted Range of Motion (AAROM)

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Resisted Range of Motion (RROM)

Question 4

A client's intake form indicates they are in the chronic stage of recovery from a hamstring muscle strain. Which of the following treatment goals is most appropriate for the massage therapist to prioritize?

Accepted Answer

Using cross-fiber friction to reduce adhesions and improve tissue alignment.

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Applying ice packs to reduce acute inflammation.

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Completely immobilizing the affected leg to allow for rest.

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Focusing on relaxation techniques while avoiding the affected leg entirely.

Question 5

When using a standard 0-10 numeric pain rating scale during a client assessment, what does a rating of '0' represent?

Accepted Answer

No pain

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The worst pain imaginable

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Moderate, distracting pain

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Mild, annoying pain

Question 6

During an assessment, a client with chronic tension headaches reports that the pain often originates at the base of their skull. Palpation reveals significant hypertonicity in the suboccipital muscles. Which treatment approach would most directly address these findings?

Accepted Answer

Applying deep gliding and sustained compression to the suboccipitals.

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Performing vigorous tapotement on the temporal region.

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Focusing primarily on effleurage of the lower legs to promote general circulation.

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Suggesting the client stretch their quadriceps and hamstrings daily.