NCBTMB Client Assessment and Treatment Questions and Answers

Question 1

A new client reports experiencing persistent, dull, aching pain in their lower back, which worsens after long periods of sitting at their desk.
During the postural assessment, the therapist observes an exaggerated lumbar curve.
Which condition is MOST likely indicated by these findings?

Accepted Answer

Lordosis

Answer

Scoliosis

Answer

Kyphosis

Answer

Flat-back posture

Question 2

During a client intake, a 65-year-old male client discloses that he has osteoporosis. What is the MOST appropriate course of action for the massage therapist?

Accepted Answer

Modify the treatment to use only light, gentle pressure and avoid joint mobilizations.

Answer

Proceed with the massage as planned, using deep pressure to relieve muscle tension.

Answer

Refuse to treat the client due to the high risk of fracture.

Answer

Require written consent from his primary care physician before proceeding with any massage.

Question 3

Which component of SOAP charting includes the therapist's observations of the client's posture, gait, and range of motion?

Accepted Answer

Objective

Answer

Subjective

Answer

Assessment

Answer

Plan

Question 4

A client arrives for their appointment with a localized area on their calf that is red, swollen, warm to the touch, and painful. They mention it has been tender for the past two days. These signs and symptoms are red flags for which condition, which is an absolute contraindication for massage?

Accepted Answer

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Answer

Muscle strain

Answer

Varicose vein

Answer

Contusion

Question 5

When conducting a client interview and completing the intake form, which of the following pieces of information is LEAST critical for planning a safe and effective massage session?

Accepted Answer

Client's marital status

Answer

Current medications

Answer

Previous surgical history

Answer

Client's occupation and hobbies

Question 6

A therapist is developing a treatment plan for a client with chronic tension headaches. The assessment revealed hypertonicity in the upper trapezius and suboccipital muscles, and a forward head posture. Which is the MOST appropriate goal to include in the treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

To eliminate the client's forward head posture in a single session.

Answer

To increase the strength of the sternocleidomastoid muscles.

Answer

To reduce trigger points and lengthen muscles of the posterior neck.

Answer

To apply deep, vigorous friction to the cervical vertebrae.

A new client reports experiencing persistent, dull, aching pain in their lower back, which worsens after long periods of sitting at their desk.During the postural assessment, the therapist observes an exaggerated lumbar curve.Which condition is MOST likely indicated by these findings?

A new client reports experiencing persistent, dull, aching pain in their lower back, which worsens after long periods of sitting at their desk.
During the postural assessment, the therapist observes an exaggerated lumbar curve.
Which condition is MOST likely indicated by these findings?