MPLEX Practice

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Which vessels can easily be seen on the dorsal surface of the hand?

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Which muscle has the greatest effect on the return of venous blood and lymph to the heart?

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Which of the following is part of the small intestine?

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The digestive system is responsible for

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The thyroid gland is a part of which system?

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Which of the following hormones would be elevated due to stress?

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What is the body's largest organ?

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The primary function of the integumentary system is to

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Which bean-shaped structures are found throughout the body, with palpable groups found in the groin, exilla and neck?

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The function of the spleen is to

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Muscles are attached to bones by

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Which of the following tissues contract to create movement in the body?

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Which of the following structures are composed of both sensory and motor fibers, allowing conduction in both directions?

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Coughing, eye blinking and sneezing are examples of

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Which of the following structures lines the thoracic walls and the thoracic surface of the diaphragm?

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The exchange of gases is the main function of which of the following systems?

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Which of the following landmarks is smooth, rounded and located at the articular ends of bones?

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. Which type of joint allows the most range of motion?

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Rods and cones are examples of which type of receptor?

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The function of the cochlear nerve is to

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Which bean-shaped organ ls part of the urinary system?

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Which organ produces urine?

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Which of the following terms is a horizontal plane?

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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?

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Which of the following terms best describes energy centers within the body?

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A muscle belly is encased by which structure?

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A voluntary contraction in which no movement occurs and muscle length remains unchanged is

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The proprioceptive cell responsible for the stretch reflex is the

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Biceps brachii is responsible for

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Which of the following actions is performed by the client without assistance from the practitioner?

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To feel the ligamentum nuchae change tension underneath the fingers, what passive movement(s) can be performed at the head?

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Using manual resistance, the client attempts to medially rotate the shoulder. This is likely to engage which of the rotator cuff muscles?

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Pain at the medial epicondyle of the humerus is likely to be a symptom of which of the following conditions?

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A genetic condition that results in a lack of clot factors in the blood Is?

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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

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Which of the following conditions is a systemic contraindication for massage/bodywork?

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The primary concern for a practitioner when a client has peripheral neuropathy is that the

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In which of the following cases is a hot pack to the abdomen contraindicated?

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Application of heat to the neck and head is contraindicated for which of the following headaches?

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which bony landmark of the temporal bone is best palpated with caution?

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What is the name of the skin disorder that can occur in people that are bedridden?

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Analgesics are medications used to relieve

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which of the following techniques would best broaden, separate, and align scar tissue?

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Which of the following is an example of a psychological benefit of massage?

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A fast and rhythmic stroke which makes use of both hands is called

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Which of these strokes can be used as a connective stroke?

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What is a local effect of heat?

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Which step of the therapeutic procedure includes obtaining the client history?

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Which of the following is the most important during the client intake?

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Which form assists the practitioner in deciding treatment strategies?

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A release of medical information form is used when

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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

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During a visual assessment a practitioner's observes that the client's left shoulder is depressed. Which muscle is most likely to be hypertonic?

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Which of the following terms refers to the skillful art of touching and exploring the body?

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While performing range of motion of the knee a client reports pain at the lateral femoral epicondyle. This is associated with which of the following syndromes?

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A client's lower legs have several bluish, thick, distended areas on the skin. When addressing these areas, the best course of action for the practitioner is to

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Which of the following is a term that describes the desired results obtained from treatment?

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A client has received weekly treatments over the past six months. The treatments have been focused on reducing pain and spasm associated with scoliosis. The client states that her pain has gone from an initial 8 to a 3 on a scale to 10. Which of the following is the best course of action for the practitioner?

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A client is recovering from viral pneumonia. The client is still coughing three to four times a day with mucus. Which of the following strokes could best aid in expelling mucus from the body?

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Hippocrates' (460-375 Bc) contribution to the massage/ bodywork field is that he

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Deep tissue, swedish massage, myofascial, and neuromuscular release are technical skill sets especially useful in

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A practitioner who uses meridians to guide the treatment plan is most likely practicing

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A client requests a reflexology session. The practitioner Is not formally trained in reflexology. The most appropriate course of action for the practitioner to take is to

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Which of the following is an example of a physical boundary?

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A practitioner knows that an individual is practicing massage without a license in a jurisdiction that requires licensure. Should the practitioner report the unlicensed individual?

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A client begins to have an emotional release during a session. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to

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A repeat client invites the practitioner to use his beachfront condo for vacation. The best response from the practitioner is to

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During a session, a client becomes overtly sexual ignoring the practitioner's attempts to redirect the client's energy. The practitioner becomes increasingly uncomfortable determining that the session needs to end. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to

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A practitioner receives an invitation to participate at an on-site chair massage event in a state in which the practitioner is not licensed. Compensation is being offered for participating What is the best course of action for the practitioner?

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Regarding a practitioner's right to refuse to treat any person or part of the body, the most ideal scenario is

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A client is visibly intoxicated when she arrives for her appointment. The best course of action for the practitioner to take is to

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A practitioner visits a colleague's place of business. The practitioner notices that one of her frequent clients is in the colleague's waiting room. The most appropriate course of action for the practitioner is to take

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A chiropractor has sent a referral to the practitioner for a soft tissue injury. Which of the following demonstrates ethical practice of massage/bodywork?

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The most complete process of destroying all living organisms on a surface is

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What is the best response when a practitioner must interrupt the treatment to sneeze?

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For sanitation purposes, when should a practitioner change the sheets?

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Which of the following examples highlights the best safety reason to have carpet or rugs in the massage session room?

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Practitioners can best protect their bodies by bending

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An important aspect of client safety is

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A practitioner's body mechanics can be maintained by

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At the start of a treatment, a practitioner assesses that it would be wise to wear protective gloves. The client may be allergic or sensitive to what type of commonly used protective glove?

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Centering and grounding are examples of

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Which of the following helps prevent practitioner injury?

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What is the process of using linens to keep a client covered during a treatment?

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A practitioner accidentally exposes a client during a session. The best course of action for the practitioner is to

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A well written business plan

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Identifying business goals and the steps required to accomplish those goals best describes

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Which of the following is the most common reason for failure in small businesses?

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Which of the following includes tools such as networking, brochures, or offering specials?

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Which of the following would be appropriate to discuss with a potential employee during an interview?

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What form should be completed before a client's records can shared with a Insurance company?

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A partner in a business must

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After the onset of menopause which hormone is produced in lower levels?

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Which is a reproductive cell that forms half of a zygote?

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In the therapy room, what exists between the client and practitioner?

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While working on a client's back, the client suggests that the practitioner lean powerfully into his spine to crack it because it would help ease the discomfort. How should the practitioner respond?

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When starting a massage practice as a sole practitioner the practitioner should create what, in order to address professional expectations?

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A client's right to understand and participate in making decisions about treatment is addressed by what?

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A practitioner who chooses to do community service usually records that service using what fee descriptor?

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Managing boundaries in a therapeutic relationship is mainly the responsibility of

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MPLEX Practice

Which vessels can easily be seen on the dorsal surface of the hand?

Which muscle has the greatest effect on the return of venous blood and lymph to the heart?

Which of the following is part of the small intestine?

The digestive system is responsible for

The thyroid gland is a part of which system?

Which of the following hormones would be elevated due to stress?

What is the body's largest organ?

The primary function of the integumentary system is to

Which bean-shaped structures are found throughout the body, with palpable groups found in the groin, exilla and neck?

The function of the spleen is to

Muscles are attached to bones by

Which of the following tissues contract to create movement in the body?

Which of the following structures are composed of both sensory and motor fibers, allowing conduction in both directions?

Coughing, eye blinking and sneezing are examples of

Which of the following structures lines the thoracic walls and the thoracic surface of the diaphragm?

The exchange of gases is the main function of which of the following systems?

Which of the following landmarks is smooth, rounded and located at the articular ends of bones?

. Which type of joint allows the most range of motion?

Rods and cones are examples of which type of receptor?

The function of the cochlear nerve is to