MBLEX EXAM| 569 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

The dorsal root ganglion contain which structures? correct answer: sensory neurons : What is the carotid tubercle? correct answer: anterior tubercle of transverse process of C6 Which of the following helps to form the vertebral arch? correct answer: laminae The wavelike, rhythmic, smooth muscle contractions by which food is propelled along the digestive tract is known as what? correct answer: peristalsis A massage therapist palpates a trigger point in the posterior thigh. Which of the following is the muscle most likely involved? correct answer: biceps femoris A movement that increases the angle of a joint is: correct answer: extension The lateral arcuate ligament of the diaphragm surrounds what muscle? correct answer: quadratus lumborum What are the three subgroups of the erector spinae group? correct answer: iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis How many muscles are usually considered to be part of the deep lateral rotators of the thigh group? correct answer: 6 Emphysema is correct answer: also known as a COPD Inflammation of the urinary bladder is called correct answer: cystitis What type of disease or illness DOES NOT respond best to antibiotics? correct answer: viral infection Hepatitis is: correct answer: a liver inflammation caused by a virus If massage produces ecchymosis, what is the best procedure? correct answer: stop To reduce edema? correct answer: slow, rhythmical effleurage with the part in elevation What massage technique best increases lymph flow? correct answer: effleurage For a patient with phlebitis, which technique would you use? correct answer: no massage