Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Test Client Assessment and Planning 1

Question 1

A client's health intake form reveals they are taking warfarin (Coumadin) for a heart condition. Which massage technique adjustment is most appropriate for this client?

Accepted Answer

Avoid deep pressure and vigorous techniques due to increased bleeding risk

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Avoid all massage due to cardiac risk

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Use deep tissue pressure to improve circulation

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Apply heat therapy over the chest region only

Question 2

During a postural assessment, a therapist observes that a client's right shoulder is elevated and their head is laterally flexed toward the right. Which muscle is most likely shortened on the right side?

Accepted Answer

Upper trapezius

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Serratus anterior

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Rhomboid major

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Subscapularis

Question 3

When performing range of motion testing, a therapist finds that a client's shoulder abduction is limited to 90 degrees with a firm, springy end-feel. What does this end-feel most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Muscular tightness or spasm

Answer

Normal capsular restriction

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Bony block

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Ligamentous laxity

Question 4

A new client reports a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in their right calf, resolved six months ago. What is the most appropriate course of action before massaging the lower extremities?

Accepted Answer

Obtain physician clearance and apply only gentle techniques if approved

Answer

Proceed with vigorous effleurage to improve venous return

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Avoid all lower extremity massage indefinitely

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Focus deep work on the area to break up residual clots

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a local contraindication for massage therapy?

Accepted Answer

An acute sunburn on the client's back

Answer

Uncontrolled hypertension

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Fever above 38°C (100.4°F)

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First trimester of pregnancy

Question 6

A therapist is documenting a session using the SOAP format. Which section would contain the therapist's professional interpretation of assessment findings, such as 'hypertonicity in the right cervical rotators contributing to restricted rotation'?

Accepted Answer

Assessment

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Subjective

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Objective

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Plan