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MBLEx Sim. Flashcards

1
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In what way could massage therapy help with clients that suffer from osteoarthritis?

A

By increasing Range of Motion

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2
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What are the divisions found inside each kidney?

A

Cortex, Medulla, Nephron

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3
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Which vertebra does not have a spinous process?

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C-1 (atlas)

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4
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Which massage techniques are performed on the back, and are most effective for encouraging the expectoration of mucous in the lungs?

A

Cupping and Tapotement

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5
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Which types of muscles are striated?

A

Skeletal and Smooth

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6
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Which muscle does NOT flex the trunk?

A

Piriformis

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7
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Which is not characteristic of a fever, making fever an effective body defense?

A

Fever decreases metabolic rate of tissue cells in general, speeding up repair processes.

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8
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Which is not a therapeutic use for hydrotherapy?

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Systemic edema

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9
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What is the meaning of the suffix -algia?

A

Pain

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10
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Erythropoietin is a hormone that is produced by the kidneys. What is its purpose?

A

To stimulate the production of red blood cells by the red bone marrow.

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11
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If a client has a very flat or minimal lordotic curve in the lumbar region, which muscle is most likely to be short/tight?

A

Hamstrings

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12
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What tool is used to measure blood pressure?

A

Sphygmomanometer

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13
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Nerve tissue is derived from which type of germ layer?

A

Ectoderm

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14
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Which hydrotherapy treatment is beneficial after using a heating treatment, and to enhance skin stimulation, esp for persons who are sedentary or bedridden?

A

Cold mitten friction

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15
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Which structure in males has prostatic, membranous, and spongy components?

A

Urethra

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16
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Which structure conveys both sperm and urine through the penis?

A

Urethra

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17
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Muscle atrophy of the entire arm would most likely be the cause of a

A

Brachial plexus injury

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18
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What is the unique function of interneurons (association neurons)?

A

They connect motor and sensory neurons in neural pathways

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19
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In what form is energy stored in the muscles?

A

Glycogen

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20
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Which nerves innervate the forearm supinators?

A

Radial and musculocutaneous

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21
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Which muscle is the most anterior thigh muscle?

A

Rictus femoris

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22
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Which drug class is acetaminophen (Tylenol) in?

A

Antipyretic

23
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Keratin is found in which layer of the skin?

A

Epidermis

24
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Which is the hydrotherapy modality in which the client is in a steam cabinet with his head protruding?

A

Russian Bath

25
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What will hypo secretion of human growth hormone cause?

A

Dwarfism

26
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Which of the following describes control of pathogens by sterilization?

A

Use of pressurized steam bath, extreme temperature, or irradiation

27
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Where is the stomach located?

A

Below the central tendon of the diaphragm

28
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Abby has a client with work-related habitual postural distortion of the shoulders and neck. What two things can she provide to help the client alleviate and overcome this issue?

A

Massage therapy to help normalize soft tissue distortion, and teach the client balancing and stretching exercises

29
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What is the function of the serous membrane and serous fluid?

A

Reduce friction between visceral organs

30
Q

Where is venous blood found?

A

Pulmonary Artery

31
Q

What method cleanses but does not kill all pathogens?

A

Disinfectant

32
Q

Which can be found only in the pelvic cavity?

A

Sigmoid Colon

33
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What is the most beneficial effect of hydrotherapy?

A

Muscular

34
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When the right lymphatic duct return lymph from the right upper quadrant, what does it flow into?

A

Right subclavian vein

35
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Which muscles stabilize the scapula?

A

Rhomboid major and minor and serratus anterior

36
Q

What do muscles not use to store and supply energy?

A

Nucleus acids

37
Q

What is the pathway of sperm from the testes to the urethra?

A

Seminiferous tubule to epididymis to vas deferens

38
Q

What part of the brain controls respiration?

A

Brain stem

39
Q

Which modality works to activate body fluid circulation and stimulate proper functioning of the parasympathetic nervous and immune systems?

A

Lymphatic drainage therapy

40
Q

What is the outermost layer of arteries and veins?

A

Tunica adventitia

41
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What is one of the functions of the large intestine?

A

Absorption of water

42
Q

Where are daily business expenses recorded?

A

Disbursement ledger

43
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Which is NOT a function of the spleen?

A

To filter the lymph

44
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Which muscle abducts the scapula?

A

Serratus anterior

45
Q

Which is NOT a function of the medulla oblongata?

A

Regulation of urine

46
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Which course of treatment should the MT follow for periostitis?

A

Refer to a doctor to rule out exertional compartment syndrome

47
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Which are characteristics of tenosynovitis?

A

Inflammation of the fluid filled sheath that surrounds a tendon, swelling, and difficulty moving the affected joint

48
Q

Where are the ovaries located?

A

Lower abdomen, just medial to the ASIS

49
Q

Where is the endometrium found?

A

Uterus

50
Q

What is the main function of B lymphocytes?

A

Antibody formation

51
Q

What controls the flow of venous blood?

A

Contraction of skeletal muscle and valves in the veins that prevent back flow of blood

52
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What effects does massage have?

A

Decreases heart rate and respiratory rate and increases skin temperature

53
Q

Which are the origin and insertion attachment sites of piriformis?

A

Anterior surface of sacrum and greater trachanter

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