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HS23 Muscular System

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Which is a muscle is on the posterior aspect of the upper arm? triceps
Injury to a muscle which involves tearing and bleeding of the muscle belly is called (a): Strain
Which muscle is on the posterior aspect of the lower leg? Gastrocnemius
Cory stretches every night after running. What is his desired outcome? Extensibility
Mary has muscle pain, fatigue, sleeping difficulties, depression, and exercise intolerance. Her doctor has prescribed only symptomatic treatment and states that this disorder is most common in women. Mary's diagnosis is most likely: fibromyalgia
Joe notices bulging in the lower quadrant of his abdomen after lifting weights. What is the most likely diagnosis for Joe? Hernia
Which autoimmune disorder of the muscular system is characterized by fluctuating weakness around the eyes, difficulty chewing, and difficulty swallowing? myasthenia gravis.
Sitting erect in your desk chair and walking without hunching the shoulders demonstrates which muscular system function? posture
When a gymnast performs a head stand, what characteristic of muscles describes what is happening to his chest and shoulder muscles? contractibility
Which shoulder muscle is superior and proximal to the triceps brachii? deltoid
Anaerobic exercises performed over prolonged periods without adequate rest will cause a/an: increase in lactic acid
Regular exercise and strength training will: improve muscle tone
Ethan experienced pain when he stepped on a nail in an old wooden board while walking his dog. When arriving home, he removes his shoe and sees a puncture wound in the bottom of his foot. Ethan understands that he is at risk for developing: tetanus
Which muscle is located on the head? buccinator
The term atrophy means: shrinking
Joe flexes his biceps. What characteristic of muscles describes what is happening to Joe's biceps when he flexes them? contractibility
Mary has had muscle pain and fatigue for over three months. Her doctor prescribed treatment for her symptoms. Mary’s diagnosis is most likely: fibromyalgia
Circular muscles are found in areas of the body where the passage of substances must be controlled. These muscles are found in the openings between the esophagus and stomach as well as in the anus, urethra, and mouth. What is this type of muscle called? sphincter
During the first basketball practice of the season, Jake begins experiencing muscle cramps and has to stop and rest for a few minutes. Jake understands that he is having these cramps due to a build-up of lactic acid in the muscles caused by: muscle fatigue
Which muscle covers the lateral surface of the mandible and is responsible for closing the jaw? masseter
Muscles should always be slightly contracted and ready to pull in order to function properly. This is known as: muscle tone
The term myo means: muscle
Which large muscle is located on the back and is inferior to the trapezius? latissimus dorsi
born with a genetic disorder that was undiagnosed until preschool. His muscles began getting weaker and he lost his ability to walk at age 10. While his condition is incurable, but treatments can help muscular dystrophy
It is very cold while Sam is waiting at the bus stop. His mom tells him to run in place or jump up and down until the bus arrives. Which function of the muscular system is being used? body heat
Which muscle group is responsible for movement of the ribs in order to assist with respiration? external intercostals
The term algia means: pain
Jenna’s leg has been in a cast for four weeks due to a fracture. Her physician ordered physical therapy after the cast is removed to treat: muscular atrophy
Which muscle only has an involuntary function: cardiac
Which muscle covers the shoulder? deltoid
What musculoskeletal condition is often characterized by chronic pain and muscle soreness, fatigue, forgetfulness, and mood swings? fibromyalgia
 

 



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