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what is the name of the thin superficial layer of the dermis? papillary
in the body's tensegrity system, which components serve as the compression spacers? bones
which bone is part of the axial skeleton? sacrum
the functions of the muscular system are to maintain posture, create movement: stabilize joints and generate heat
which neuroglial cell produces myelin in the central nervous system? oligodendrocytes
what term is used to describe any change in the internal and external environment? stimulus
a key component of the cytoplasm inside cells is the gel-like medium made up of 75-90% water called: cytosol
which of these skeletal muscles is a type of pennate muscle? deltoid
about 50% of bone tissue is calcified mineral salts deposited within the matrix, which is an equal mix of: collagen fibers and ground substance
how does the muscular system help maintain body temperature? heat is generated as a byproduct of muscle contraction
what structural feature allows capillaries to carry out their distinctive function? a vessel wall made up of a single layer of epithelial cells
which muscle is the most lateral muscle of the erector spinae group? iliocostalis
what are the 3 defining characteristics of the specific immune responses? specificity, lymphocyte responses, creates memory
which cardinal plane divides the body into right and left sides? sagittal
what is the definition of threshold stimulus? the minimal amount of stimulus required to generate a contraction
where is the adductor muscle group located? medial thigh
which of the following structures secretes progesterone? corpus luteum
what is the function of a tendon? connect muscles to bone
when threshold stimulus is applied to a motor unit, what happens? all fibers in the unit contract fully
as a therapist touches their client, what kind of information is communicated to the client? their own tissue status and the nature of the therapist's touch
what is the name of the indentation along the medial border of each kidney where the ureters, blood vessels, and nerves enter and exit the organ? hilus
what is the Krebs cycle? an aerobic metabolic process in which ATP is produced by converting pyruvic acid into carbon dioxide and water
the female genitalia include the mons pubis, labia, clitoris, and: vestibular glands
what type of muscle contraction increases muscle tension, but does not result in movement? isometric
which of the following is an accurate description of a motor unit? 1 motor neuron + multiple muscle fibers
what movement role is a muscle playing when it assists larger muscles during a particular motion? synergist
what is the other anatomic term for the serosa layer of the GI tract? visceral peritoneum
bones in the appendicular skeleton include the humerus, tibia, and: clavicle
what classification of bone is embedded within tendon? sesamoid
a muscle that opposes or slows down a specific motion is playing what movement role? antagonist
in the second messenger method of hormone action, the first messenger is the: hormone that stimulates the target cells
what is the function of the horizontal fascial bands of the body? provide support to blood vessels and nerves and some rigidity to the torso
what type of muscle contraction maintains our posture and each muscle's state of readiness to contract fully? tonic
the sarcomere of a skeletal muscle is a small unit of bundled: actin and myosin
what is the common function of the anterior and posterior tibialis? inversion
which of these structures is implicated when pain or limitation is present with both active and passive range of motion in one direction? ligament
the perimysium is a layer of fascia that surrounds a group of muscle fibers, dividing the muscle into several compartments called: fascicles
what seems to be the likely cause of delayed onset muscle soreness or DOMS? inflammatory response related to microtrauma of muscle fibers
a wheelbarrow and standing heel raise exercises are examples of what class of lever? second
which of these statements is the best explanation of reciprocal inhibition? when the agonist is signaled to contract, the antagonist is inhibited
what is the most abundant type of plasma protein? albumins
what layer of skin contains the melanocytes? epidermis
the key characteristics of skeletal muscle include being excitable, contractile: extensible and elastic
which of the lymphatic vessels do NOT have one-way valves? initial and collecting capillaries
fluid or edema uptake depends on what two factors? negative pressure inside the lymphatic network and opening the epithelial flaps of the initial vessel with light stretch
what type of bone tissue is made up of small circular units called osteons, or the haversian system? dense
which layer of skin contains the blood vessels and sensory receptors? dermis
what is the function of the epiglottis? covering the opening to the trachea during swallowing
what are the functions of the large intestine? absorption of water and elimination
what are the four different classifications of bone by shape? short, long, flat, irregular
what fascial layer surrounds each skeletal muscle fiber? endomysium
what membrane covers the organs in the abdominopelvic cavity? visceral peritoneum
the kidneys help regulate both blood pressure and volume by initiating the RAA pathway with the release of what enzyme? renin
what are the two basic categories of fiber arrangements in skeletal muscles? parallel and pennate
which type of range of motion assessment is best at identifying a muscle strain? isometric resistive
which muscle attachment is generally on the non-moving bone during motion? origin
the endocrine system exerts the most control over which of these physiologic processes? adjustments in fluid and pH levels
MALT tissues include tonsils and Peyer patches
the three types of epithelial membranes in the body are the cutaneous, ______, and _______. serous and mucous
what type of compound always contains carbon molecules? organic
muscle names are generally descriptive of their size, shape, function, location, attachment points, fiber direction, and: number of origins
if the muscle has fascicles with shorter fibers running in an oblique line to a central tendon, what category of muscle architecture is it? pennate
what is the name for the three tiny bones inside each ear? ossicles
what connective element of skeletal muscle is described as the tenoperiosteal junction? the fibrous connective tissue between the periosteum and tendon
which of these statements about motor units is most accurate? each muscle fascicle contains multiple motor units
what movement role is assigned to the muscles that hold the scapula and clavicle in place during shoulder motions? fixator
what is the definition of physiology? the study of the functions of the human organism and all its component parts
the "deep six" muscles that laterally rotate the hip are the piriformis, gemellus superior and inferior, the: obturator internus, quadratus femoris, and obturator externus
why is it important for manual therapists to know the structures and functions of the skeletal system? to recognize structural imbalances
what is the name of the physiologic theory that explains the relationship between muscle length and the force generated by its contraction? length-strength ratio
which of the hamstring muscles inserts on the head of the fibula? biceps femoris
nervous system functions can be summarized as sensory, __________, and __________. integration and motor
what is the advantage of having multiple motor unites in a skeletal muscle? it allows the brain to regulate the amount of force used for any movement by changed the number of motor units engaged
in the direct phosphorylation method of energy production, what substance is broken down to replenish the ATP? creatine-phosphate
how many true ribs are in the ribcage? 7
what happens to antigens when antibodies attach to them? they are rendered ineffective
muscles that abduct the hip include the gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, and: tensor fascia latae
the anatomic name for the "thigh bone" is: femur
what is the function of keratin in the skin? toughens the epidermis and makes it water-resistant
which nerve is often compressed and irritated in association with frequent tension headaches? accessory
what kind of contraction occurs in the hamstrings when we bend our knee to climb stairs? concentric
the concentric rings, or ____________, of an osteon are arranged around a central or ______________ canal that allows nerves, blood, and lymph vessels into the tissue. lamellae; haversian
what is the endocrine system's primary method of communication and control? special chemicals called hormones secreted into the blood
what type of cells make up the islands or nodules inside the lymph node sinuses? macrophages and other specialized immune cells
why is it important for manual therapists to thoroughly understand the structures and functions of the muscular system? muscle pain and tension may be the most common reasons people seek manual therapy treatments
which category of muscle architecture is described as a muscle with a broad belly and parallel fascicles with same length fibers that taper to form cord-like tendons at the ends? fusiform
what is the common function for all quadriceps? knee extension
what is the name of the membrane that lines the thoracic cavity? parietal pleura
what is it called when a muscle is unable to contract forcefully after prolonged activity, even though stimulation continues? muscle fatigue
which of the four layers of fascia is the deepest? visceral
what are the two parts of ventilation? inhalation and expiration
a sudden, spasmodic muscle contraction that is often subconsciously stimulated is called a: twitch contraction
after a bout of extended exercise, the breathing rate remains elevated for the amount of time it takes to metabolize lactic acid, which is called: repaying the oxygen debt
the process of making new protein is controlled and directed by which structure in a cell? effector proteins in the plasma membrane
what change occurs in the muscle during a concentric contraction? the muscle shortens
what is the pathophysiology behind trigger point development? calcium leak that causes actin and myosin bonding
in the male reproductive system, where are the Leydig cells that produce testosterone located? seminiferous tubules
what is a functional purpose of the nose and sinuses? warm and moisten air before it enters the lungs
which of the adductor muscles is also a knee flexor? gracilis
what movement role is an extensor muscle playing during a flexion motion? antagonist
which of these bony landmarks is a sharp needle-like projection? styloid process
what structures in the male reproductive system are also called the gonads? testes
the physiologic processes that occur as the oxygen debt is paid back include: metabolizing lactic acid and replenishing energy supplies
what is the final step in the blood clot formation? coagulation
which type of neuron connects sensory and motor pathways? integrative
when atoms bind together, they form microscopic particles called what? molecules
the neuromuscular reflex that inhibits the antagonist of a contracting muscle is called: reciprocal inhibition
which of these back muscles elevates, retracts, and upwardly rotates the scapula? trapezius
which of the following is a key characteristic of a tender point? the localized spasm is due to a neurologic signal
what bone forms the floor of the skull? sphenoid
the positive feedback mechanism is used to regulate levels for which of these hormones? oxytocin
what method of energy production creates lactic acid and the largest oxygen debt? anaerobic cellular metabolism
which of these physiologic changes is considered a structural effect of manual therapy? reduced adhesions
what muscle group around the hip joint would act as antagonists to hip abduction? adductors
even though movements are rarely created by one single muscle, the one that is largest and has the best angle of pull across the joint is generally considered the: agonist
approximately how much fluid does the lymphatic system return to the cardiovascular system each day? 3 liters
after applying direct compression to the cramp, how can you apply your knowledge of muscle physiology to relieve a calf cramp? engage the dorsiflexors in an isometric contraction
what is the anatomic name for a skeletal muscle cell? myofiber
which of the following are important processes of the general immune defense of inflammation? chemotaxis of phagocytes and NK cells
which layer of the epidermis is the most superficial? horny
which formed element in blood plays a key role in blood clotting? thrombocytes
why is the strength of a contraction decreased when the muscle is already in a shortened position? most of the binding sites between actin and myosin have already been used
the prefix inter- means what? among; between
the epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium of skeletal muscle collectively form which of the four fascial tubes in the body? axial
which physiologic feedback mechanism for maintaining homeostasis is most common? negative
the cells, tissues, and organs of which two body systems carry out most of the immune responses in the body? circulatory and lymphatic
what does the name "flexor carpi radialis" tell you about the muscle? its function and general location
which of these structures is part of the lower respiratory tract? lungs
which of these muscles serves as a major stabilizer and has no movement function? subclavius
what is the function of the leukocytes? immune response
a skeletal muscle fiber, or muscle cell, is made up of smaller fibers called: myofibrils
what muscle is nicknamed "Lat's little helper" because it assists with all of the same functions? teres major
which statement best describes the therapeutic implication of knowing the myofascial connections between different structures? pain in an area of the myofascial train may not resolve without treating the entire train
what type of nonproductive contraction occurs when the muscle is bombarded with a constant stream of stimuli that causes the muscle to "lock"? tetanic
the physiologic principle that explains how a muscle contracts is: sliding filament mechanism
the target-specific method by which most hormones alter the metabolic activities of their target cells is called what? second messenger
which method of energy production for muscle contraction uses ATP stored in the skeletal muscle and produces only enough energy for a short-term effort? direct phosphorylation
the term for primary reproductive organs in both the male and female systems is: gonads
what body membrane is classified as a connective tissue membrane? synovial
what are some of the key things a therapist can assess through the skin? tissue temperature, tension, texture, and mobility
the formation of lymph is best described as: fluid or edema uptake
which of the 4 types of membranes lines the ventral cavities? serous
what type of contraction is occurring when muscles are carrying out their prime function? concentric
which muscle attachment is generally on the bone that moves during any motion? insertion
what type of muscle contraction occurs in the biceps brachii as we lower a barbell to the table? eccentric
what is the function of the enteric nervous system? regulation of digestive secretions and motility
what urinary organ is responsible for carrying urine from the kidneys to the bladder? ureter
in both dense and spongy bone tissue, the osteocytes are located in small spaces called: lacunae
what term describes the specific and quantifiable changes created by manual therapy in the tissues, organs, or systems of the body? physiologic effects
what is the anatomic name of the lateral projection off the spine of the scapula? acromion process
where does the chemical digestion of protein begin? stomach
the consistent state of low-grade tension in a muscle generated by a tonic contraction is called: motor tone
arterial flow and pulse have a major influence on lymph flow through which portion of the lymph system? collecting trunks
the functions of the integumentary system are protection, absorption, and excretion, synthesis of vitamin D, __________, and _________. temperature regulation and sensation
which microscopic fiber in muscle is formed by the end-to-end arrangement of sarcomeres? myofibril
where is the wrist located in relationship to the elbow? distal
what type of bone tissue makes up the shaft of a long bone? cortical
what anatomic term is used to describe the position of two structures on the same side of the sagittal plane? ipsilateral
what portion of a muscle cell is the actual contractile unit? sarcomere
what is the largest sesamoid bone in the body? patella
which term describes the process of moving air into and out of the lungs? ventilation
what is the name for the connective tissue layer of epithelial membranes? basement membrane
fascia is classified as what type of connective tissue? disorganized fibrous
all of the following glands function as endocrine glands except the: kidneys
which of the following is the best description of lymph flow? movement of fluid inside the lymph vessel network and returning lymph to the blood
similar to plasma, lymph fluid is mostly made up of what two substances? water and electrolytes
which of these muscles is part of the hamstring group? biceps femoris
what is the common function of the brachioradialis, brachialis, and biceps brachii muscles? elbow flexion
what class of lever are most joints of the body? third
what is the function of articular cartilage? cushion bone ends and stabilize the joint
which horizontal fascial planes should be prioritized in a treatment plan to help relieve chronic neck pain associated with a forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and collapsed thorax? thoracic inlet and diaphragm
what is the name of the highly sensitive area on the muscle fiber at the neuromuscular junction between the muscle and motor neuron? motor end plate
what fascial layer forms the outer envelope of the muscle and anchors it to the hypodermis? epimysium
which of these cranial nerves is a sensory-only nerve? olfactory
which of these connective tissue components of skeletal muscle is classified as organized fibrous? tendon
which muscle physiology reflex increases or decreases the number of motor units engaged according to the effort required for a movement? graded response
which of these terms is a synonym for agonist? prime mover
which passive transport mechanism relies on a concentration gradient to move substances across the cell membrane? diffusion
what change occurs in a muscle during an eccentric contraction? tension increases and the muscle lengthens
which of these benefits and effects of manual therapy is most likely to positively influence functions of the urinary system? decreased stress and anxiety
the term used to describe the balance of tension and compression forces in the musculoskeletal system is: tensegrity
in anatomic position, the feet and palms are pointing in which direction? forward
what is the function of retinaculi in the muscular system? tension straps that hold tendons in place
which method of energy production generates the highest amount of ATP? aerobic cellular metabolism
what is the name of the large central portion of a muscle? belly
functions of the skeletal system can be summarized as providing framework, protection, levers for movement: blood cell production and calcium storage
what is a pre-lymphatic channel? a non-structural "preferred pathway" for fluid flow around cells in the interstitium
what is the function of the epiphyseal plate in bones? it is the region of bone growth
which of these processes is NOT a function of the integumentary system? monitor and adjust blood pH levels
what is the anatomic name for a broad sheet of connective tissue that serves as the attachment point for several muscles in the torso or thigh? aponeurosis
which of these muscles is a type of parallel muscle? rectus femoris
what is gamma gain? the physiologic mechanism that makes the muscle spindle hypersensitive to sudden lengthening
once stimulus is removed, which of these is the last step in the sliding filament mechanism? ATP is used to pump calcium back into the sarcoplasmic reticulum
the key structural features that allow initial vessels to take in interstitial fluid include their measurement at one epithelial cell thick, their slight overlapping arrangement like fish scales, and: an anchor filament extending into the interstitium that opens the flap to allow fluid to enter
the myofilament bonding of a muscle contraction can only occur in the presence of what element? calcium
what are the three defining characteristics of a trigger point? always in a taut band, palpable nodule, compression creates a radiating pattern of pain
once processing is complete, urine from several nephrons flows directly into what structure? pyramids
what digestive process is described as the mixing and forward movement of substances through the GI tract? motility
manual therapy methods that use some type of repositioning designed to reverse gamma gain include positional release, strain counterstrain, and: functional technique
what term best describes the location of the bones in relationship to the muscles? deep
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