FSMTB Exam MBLEx Topic 3 Question 30 Discussion

Actual exam question for FSMTB's MBLEx exam

Question #: 30
Topic #: 3

Which of the following actions would you initially direct to your client to take in order to test the structure and function of scapulohumeral rhythm?

AAdduction

BAbduction

CInternal rotation

DExternal rotation

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Suggested Answer: B

Scapulohumeral rhythm exposes the function of the glenohumeral joint by testing at which degree the scapula activates during an initial abduction of the arm. At 45 degrees, the scapula should engage until the end range motion of abduction.

by Devorah at Sep 09, 2024, 03:16 AM

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Lorean

1 months ago

Haha, I bet the answer is D) External rotation. Bet they're just trying to rotate our minds with these options!

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Francene

8 days ago

D) External rotation

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Wenona

13 days ago

User 3: I agree with Cassi, it has to be C) Internal rotation.

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Cassi

16 days ago

No way, I'm pretty sure it's B) Abduction.

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Allene

16 days ago

C) Internal rotation

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Luis

18 days ago

I think the answer is C) Internal rotation.

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Elsa

20 days ago

B) Abduction

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Jolanda

23 days ago

A) Adduction

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Jennifer

1 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think A) Adduction could also be a valid option to test the structure and function.

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Avery

1 months ago

This is a real shoulder-scratcher, but I think I'll have to go with B) Abduction. Shake that scapula, baby!

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Billi

11 days ago

User 4: Abduction it is then, let's see how it goes.

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Reita

21 days ago

I agree, let's test that scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Ivory

23 days ago

Yeah, that sounds like a good starting point.

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Enola

26 days ago

I think B) Abduction is the way to go.

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Long

2 months ago

I'm going with C) Internal rotation. Gotta cover all the bases, you know?

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Lucy

1 months ago

I agree with the original choice of C) Internal rotation. It's important to cover all the bases.

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Fabiola

1 months ago

I think A) Adduction would be a good starting point.

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Ricarda

1 months ago

I would go with D) External rotation first.

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Carolann

2 months ago

I would go with C) Internal rotation because it helps test the scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Bok

2 months ago

I disagree, I believe the correct answer is D) External rotation.

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Bok

2 months ago

External rotation, definitely. Can't forget the all-important D) External rotation here.

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Loreta

26 days ago

Yes, D) External rotation is a good starting point for assessing scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Colette

1 months ago

It's important to ensure the structure and function are properly tested.

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Mira

1 months ago

I agree, D) External rotation is a key action to direct the client to take.

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Elliot

2 months ago

External rotation is crucial for testing scapulohumeral rhythm.

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Kris

2 months ago

I think the answer is B) Abduction.

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Terry

2 months ago

Hmm, I'd say B) Abduction to really test that scapulohumeral rhythm. Gotta get that shoulder working!

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Jesus

2 months ago

Yeah, I think starting with Abduction would be a good way to assess the shoulder movement.

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Eric

2 months ago

I agree, B) Abduction is a good choice to test the scapulohumeral rhythm.

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