NCBTMB NCBTMB MCQ 3

Question 1

Which massage technique is most appropriate during the acute phase of a muscle strain?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic drainage

Answer

Deep friction massage

Answer

Myofascial release

Answer

Vigorous petrissage

Question 2

The rotator cuff is composed of which four muscles?

Accepted Answer

Supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis

Answer

Supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres major, subscapularis

Answer

Deltoid, supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor

Answer

Supraspinatus, deltoid, teres minor, subscapularis

Question 3

A SOAP note's 'O' (Objective) section should contain:

Accepted Answer

Observable and measurable findings from assessment

Answer

Client's reported pain level

Answer

Practitioner's treatment plan

Answer

Client's health history

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the piezoelectric effect relevant to massage therapy?

Accepted Answer

Mechanical pressure on connective tissue generates an electrical charge that can alter tissue behavior

Answer

Muscles generate heat during contraction

Answer

Nerves transmit pain signals faster under pressure

Answer

Fascia becomes more rigid when cooled

Question 5

When performing massage on a client who is in their first trimester of pregnancy, the therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Obtain physician clearance and avoid known reflex points linked to uterine stimulation

Answer

Avoid all massage until the second trimester

Answer

Position the client only in the supine position

Answer

Use only deep pressure to relieve tension

Question 6

Which bone is the most commonly fractured bone in the wrist after a fall on an outstretched hand?

Accepted Answer

Scaphoid

Answer

Lunate

Answer

Hamate

Answer

Triquetrum

Question 7

The endangerment site located in the posterior triangle of the neck contains which critical structure?

Accepted Answer

Brachial plexus, subclavian artery, and lymph nodes

Answer

Carotid artery only

Answer

Vagus nerve and thyroid gland

Answer

Internal jugular vein and cervical plexus