Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination Client Assessment and Planning 2

Question 1

A client reports sharp, shooting pain that radiates down their left arm. What is the most appropriate action for the massage therapist?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a physician immediately

Answer

Radiating arm pain, especially on the left side, can indicate a cardiac event and requires immediate physician referral.

Question 2

When performing a postural assessment, a therapist notices the client's right shoulder is elevated compared to the left. This finding most likely suggests:

Accepted Answer

Possible muscle imbalance or tension in the upper trapezius

Answer

An elevated shoulder often indicates hypertonicity or muscle imbalance in the upper trapezius and related muscles on that side.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the intake form in massage therapy practice?

Accepted Answer

To collect health history and identify contraindications and precautions

Answer

The intake form collects health history information used to identify contraindications, precautions, and tailor the session to client needs.

Question 4

A client describes their pain as 'burning and tingling' along a specific nerve pathway. This type of pain is most accurately described as:

Accepted Answer

Neuropathic pain

Answer

Burning and tingling sensations following a nerve pathway are characteristic of neuropathic pain originating from nerve irritation or damage.

Question 5

During a client interview, the therapist asks, 'Can you show me where it hurts?' This is an example of which type of assessment technique?

Accepted Answer

Pain mapping

Answer

Asking a client to indicate the location of pain is a pain mapping technique used to identify the area and pattern of discomfort.

Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination Practice Test

Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination Practice Test

Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination Client Assessment and Planning 2