MBLEx Free Practice Test

Which system is also known as the excretory system?

1. A. Integumentary
2. B. Digestive
3. C. Urinary
4. D. Respiratory

Correct Answer: C
The purpose of the excretory system is to regulate the chemical composition of the body by removing metabolic waste and to monitor the proper amount of water, salts and nutrients. The integumentary, digestive and respiratory system all play a minor role in the excretory system. However, the urinary system is responsible for the excretion of fluid to maintain homeostasis.

Where would stratified transitional epithelium be located?

1. A. Available Choices (select all choices that are correct)
2. B. Skin Muscle
3. C. Bladder
4. D. Tendon

Correct Answer: C

Which of the following ethical principles is being followed when a massage therapist is conscientious about keeping clients updated with informed consent?

1. A. Healthcare services
2. B. Client autonomy
3. C. Professional maintenance
4. D. Confidentiality

Correct Answer: B
Client autonomy is when the practitioner keeps the client up to date about any possible changes or adjustments that can affect the client. This gives the client a chance to choose their course of action with the practitioner.

Hacking, tapping and pounding with loose fists are examples of ______.

1. A. Petrissaqe
2. B. Deep tissue
3. C. Effleuraqe
4. D. Tapotement

Correct Answer: D
Hacking, tapping and pounding are techniques of tapotement.

Choose the correct definition of the anatomical term ??foramen??.

1. A. A rounded articular process
2. B. A shallow cavity or slight depression
3. C. A hole or opening for nerves and other tissues to pass through
4. D. A narrow projection of the spine

Correct Answer: C
The anatomical term ??foramen?? refers to a hole or opening for nerves or tissues to pass through as in the foramen ovale of the sphenoid bone on the skull which allows several nerves, arteries and veins to pass through.