MBLEX Study Guide- PRACTICE TEST A+ Review Test 2023

MBLEX Study Guide- PRACTICE TEST A+ Review Test 2023 Which vessels can easily be seen on the dorsal surface of the hand? - ANS-Veins Which muscle has the greatest affect on the return of venous blood and lymph to the heart? - ANS-Diaphragm List parts of small intenstine: - ANS-Duodenum, jejunum, ileum The digestive system is responsible for - ANS-the absorption of nutrients The thyroid gland is part of which system? - ANS-Endocrine Which of the following hormones would be elevated due to stress? - ANS-cortisol Which is the body's largest organ? - ANS-The skin The primary function of the integumentary system is to..? - ANS-Provide protection Which bean-shaped structures are found throughout the body, with palpable groups found in the groin, axilla and neck? - ANS-Lymph nodes The function of the spleen is to? - ANS-Act as a site of lymphocyte maturation, blood filtration, and storage Muscles are attached to bones by? - ANS-Tendons Which tissues contract to create movement in the body? - ANS-Muscle What type of nerves are composed of both sensory fibers and motor fibers, allowing conduction in both direction? - ANS-Mixed nerves Coughing, eye blinking, and sneezing are examples of? - ANS-Visceral reflexes Which of the following structures lines the thoracic walls and the thoracic surface of the diaphragm? - ANS-Parietal plura The exchange of gasses is the main function of which of the following systems? - ANSRespiratory Which of the following landmarks is smooth, rounded, and located at the articular ends of bones? - ANS-Condyle Which type of joint allows the most range of motion - ANS-Diarthrotic Rods and cones are examples of which type of receptor? - ANS-Photoreceptors The function of the cochlear nerve is to? - ANS-Carry hearing sensations Which bean-shaped organ is part of the urinary system? - ANS-Kidney Which organ produces urine? - ANS-Bladder Which of the following terms is a horizontal plane? - ANS-Transverse Which of the following is the term for a kind of pain that persists for a long time, is difficult to treat or may last a lifetime? - ANS-Chronic Which of the following terms best describes energy centers within the body? - ANSChakras A muscle belly is encased by which structure? - ANS-Epimysium A voluntary contraction in which NO MOVEMENT occurs and muscle length remains unchanged is? - ANS-Isometric The proprioceptive cell responsible for stretch reflex is the? - ANS-Muscle spindle Biceps brachii is responsible for? - ANS-Flexion and supination of the forearm Which action is performed by the client WITHOUT assistance from the practitioner? - ANS-Active range of motion To feel the ligamentum nuchae change tension underneath the fingers, what passive movement(s) can be performed at the head? - ANS-Flexion and Extension Using manual resistance, the client attempts to medially rotate the shoulder. This is likely to engage which of the rotator cuff muscles? - ANS-Subscapularis Pain at the medial epicondyle of the humerus is likely to be a symptom of what pathology? - ANS-Golfer's elbow A genetic condition that results in a lack of clotting factors in the blood is? - ANSHemophilia A client presents with plantar warts on his foot. He has asked the practitioner to spend extra time on his feet. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to? - ANSInform the client that massage is contraindicated for plantar warts The primary concern for a practitioner when a client has peripheral neuropathy is that the..? - ANS-Client may be unable to sense the pressure level When would a hot pack to the abdomen be contraindicated? - ANS-High blood pressure Application of heat to the neck and head is contraindicated for what kind of headache? - ANS-Migrane Which bony landmark of the temporal bone is best palpated with caution? - ANS-Styloid process What is the name of the skin disorder that can occur in people that are bedridden? - ANS-Decubitus ulcer Analgesics are medications used to relieve...? - ANS-Pain What type of techniques would best broaden, separate, and align scar tissue? - ANSDeep transverse friction What is a example of a psychological benefit of massage? - ANS-Reduce stress A fast and rhythmic stroke which makes use of both hands is called - ANS-Tapotement What stroke is known for being used as a connective stroke? - ANS-Resting stroke What is a local effect of heat? - ANS-Increased vasodilation of capillaries Which step of the therapeutic procedure includes obtaining the client history? - ANSAssessment Which type of skill is used by the practitioner and is the most important during the client intake? - ANS-Good listening skills Which form assists the practitioner in deciding treatment strategies? - ANS-Health history A release of medical information form is used when...? - ANS-A client wishes to share their confidential files. A practitioner has worked with a client weekly for two months, assisting in reducing the client's stress. When the client arrives for a session the practitioner notices that the client is limping. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to...? - ANS-Ask the client about the limp and reevaluate the treatment goals During a visual assessment a practitioner observes that the client's left shoulder is depressed. Which muscle is most likely to be hypertonic? - Continues...