Question 1

From medial to lateral the erector spinae muscles are the _____.

Accepted Answer

A) iliocostalis, longissimus, spinalis 
B) longissimus, semispinalis, iliocostalis 
C) semispinalis, spinalis, longissimus 
D) spinalis, longissimus, iliocostalis 
A) iliocostalis, longissimus, spinalis 
B) longissimus, semispinalis, iliocostalis 
C) semispinalis, spinalis, longissimus 
D) spinalis, longissimus, iliocostalis

Question 2

Which of the following muscles contract concentrically to cause extension of the head, right cervical rotation, and right cervical lateral flexion?

Accepted Answer

A) Left sternocleidomastoid 
B) Right splenius cervicis 
C) Right splenius capitis 
D) Right sternocleidomastoid 
A) Left sternocleidomastoid 
B) Right splenius cervicis 
C) Right splenius capitis 
D) Right sternocleidomastoid

Question 3

Each thoracic vertebrae has one pair of ribs that attaches to it laterally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The horizontal indentations that transect the rectus abdominis muscle, giving it a segmented appearance is the linea alba.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following muscles contract concentrically to cause cervical flexion, left cervical rotation, and right cervical lateral flexion?

Accepted Answer

A) Left sternocleidomastoid 
B) Right splenius cervicis 
C) Right splenius capitis 
D) Right sternocleidomastoid 
A) Left sternocleidomastoid 
B) Right splenius cervicis 
C) Right splenius capitis 
D) Right sternocleidomastoid

Question 6

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the abdominal muscles?

Accepted Answer

A) Some sections of these muscles are linked by fascia and tendinous bands. 
B) These muscles do not attach completely from bone to bone. 
C) Both of the above choices are correct. 
D) None of the above choices is correct. 
A) Some sections of these muscles are linked by fascia and tendinous bands. 
B) These muscles do not attach completely from bone to bone. 
C) Both of the above choices are correct. 
D) None of the above choices is correct.

Question 7

Which of the following muscles is not strengthened to any substantial degree by sit-ups?

Accepted Answer

A) Internal and external abdominal obliques 
B) Quadratus lumborum 
C) Rectus abdominis 
D) Sternocleidomastoids 
A) Internal and external abdominal obliques 
B) Quadratus lumborum 
C) Rectus abdominis 
D) Sternocleidomastoids

Question 8

Six pairs of ribs attach directly to the sternum via a separate costal cartilage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Nearly all movement of the spinal column takes place within the two supportive structures known as the _____ and _____.

Accepted Answer

A) cervical; lumbar 
B) cervical; thoracic 
C) lumbar; thoracic 
D) thoracic; sacral 
A) cervical; lumbar 
B) cervical; thoracic 
C) lumbar; thoracic 
D) thoracic; sacral

Question 10

The normal curves of the cervical and lumbar portion of the spine are lordotic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Increased pressure on the spinal nerves may result from a herniated lumbar disc and may result in radiating pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness in the lower extremity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Extreme _____ of the spine would be prevented in part by the spinous processes.

Accepted Answer

A) extension 
B) flexion 
C) lateral flexion 
D) rotation 
A) extension 
B) flexion 
C) lateral flexion 
D) rotation

Question 13

Of the four abdominal muscles, which is not a prime mover in lateral pelvic rotation from a hanging overhead by the hands position?

Accepted Answer

A) External abdominal oblique 
B) Internal abdominal oblique 
C) Erector spinae 
D) Transverse abdominus 
A) External abdominal oblique 
B) Internal abdominal oblique 
C) Erector spinae 
D) Transverse abdominus

Question 14

When performing the up portion of the sit-up with rotation to the left, which of the following muscles are utilized the most?

Accepted Answer

A) Left internal oblique abdominal and left external oblique abdominal 
B) Left internal oblique abdominal and right external oblique abdominal 
C) Right internal oblique abdominal and left external oblique abdominal 
D) Right internal oblique abdominal and right external oblique abdominal 
A) Left internal oblique abdominal and left external oblique abdominal 
B) Left internal oblique abdominal and right external oblique abdominal 
C) Right internal oblique abdominal and left external oblique abdominal 
D) Right internal oblique abdominal and right external oblique abdominal

Question 15

A sideward deviation of the spine is known as scoliosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The thoracic vertebrae are unique in comparison to the other vertebrae in that they have more points of articulation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following statements is correct regarding trunk movement at the lumbar spine?

Accepted Answer

A) Flexes approximately 60 degrees 
B) Extends 20 to 30 degrees 
C) Both of the above choices are correct 
D) None of the above choices is correct 
A) Flexes approximately 60 degrees 
B) Extends 20 to 30 degrees 
C) Both of the above choices are correct 
D) None of the above choices is correct

Question 18

Functions of the abdominal muscles include assisting in spinal stabilization and respiration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following is not considered to be a large abdominal muscle?

Accepted Answer

A) Rectus abdominis 
B) External oblique abdominal 
C) Lateral abdominis 
D) Quadratus lumborum 
A) Rectus abdominis 
B) External oblique abdominal 
C) Lateral abdominis 
D) Quadratus lumborum

Question 20

The internal oblique abdominal muscle inserts on the _____.

Accepted Answer

A) anterior half of crest of ilium, inguinal ligament, crest of pubis, and fascia of rectus abdominis at lower front 
B) cartilage of 5 th, 6 th, and 7 th ribs and xiphoid process 
C) costal cartilage of 8 th, 9 th, and 10 th ribs and linea alba 
D) upper half of inguinal ligament, anterior 2/3 of crest of ilium, and lumbar fascia 
A) anterior half of crest of ilium, inguinal ligament, crest of pubis, and fascia of rectus abdominis at lower front 
B) cartilage of 5 th, 6 th, and 7 th ribs and xiphoid process 
C) costal cartilage of 8 th, 9 th, and 10 th ribs and linea alba 
D) upper half of inguinal ligament, anterior 2/3 of crest of ilium, and lumbar fascia

From medial to lateral the erector spinae muscles are the _____.

Which of the following muscles contract concentrically to cause extension of the head, right cervical rotation, and right cervical lateral flexion?

Each thoracic vertebrae has one pair of ribs that attaches to it laterally.

The horizontal indentations that transect the rectus abdominis muscle, giving it a segmented appearance is the linea alba.

Which of the following muscles contract concentrically to cause cervical flexion, left cervical rotation, and right cervical lateral flexion?

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the abdominal muscles?

Which of the following muscles is not strengthened to any substantial degree by sit-ups?

Six pairs of ribs attach directly to the sternum via a separate costal cartilage.

Nearly all movement of the spinal column takes place within the two supportive structures known as the _ and _.

The normal curves of the cervical and lumbar portion of the spine are lordotic.

Increased pressure on the spinal nerves may result from a herniated lumbar disc and may result in radiating pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness in the lower extremity.

Extreme _____ of the spine would be prevented in part by the spinous processes.

Of the four abdominal muscles, which is not a prime mover in lateral pelvic rotation from a hanging overhead by the hands position?

When performing the up portion of the sit-up with rotation to the left, which of the following muscles are utilized the most?

A sideward deviation of the spine is known as scoliosis.

The thoracic vertebrae are unique in comparison to the other vertebrae in that they have more points of articulation.

Which of the following statements is correct regarding trunk movement at the lumbar spine?

Functions of the abdominal muscles include assisting in spinal stabilization and respiration.

Which of the following is not considered to be a large abdominal muscle?

The internal oblique abdominal muscle inserts on the _____.

Foundations of Structural Kinesiology

Neuromuscular Fundamentals

Basic Biomechanical Factors and Concepts

The Shoulder Girdle

The Shoulder Joint

The Elbow and Radioulnar Joints

The Wrist and Hand Joints

The Hip Joint and Pelvic Girdle

The Knee Joint

The Ankle and Foot Joints

Muscular Analysis of Selected Exercises and Related Concepts

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Exam 11: The Trunk and Spinal Column

From medial to lateral the erector spinae muscles are the _____.

Which of the following muscles contract concentrically to cause extension of the head, right cervical rotation, and right cervical lateral flexion?

Each thoracic vertebrae has one pair of ribs that attaches to it laterally.

The horizontal indentations that transect the rectus abdominis muscle, giving it a segmented appearance is the linea alba.

Which of the following muscles contract concentrically to cause cervical flexion, left cervical rotation, and right cervical lateral flexion?

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the abdominal muscles?

Which of the following muscles is not strengthened to any substantial degree by sit-ups?

Six pairs of ribs attach directly to the sternum via a separate costal cartilage.

Nearly all movement of the spinal column takes place within the two supportive structures known as the _____ and _____.

The normal curves of the cervical and lumbar portion of the spine are lordotic.

Increased pressure on the spinal nerves may result from a herniated lumbar disc and may result in radiating pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness in the lower extremity.

Extreme _____ of the spine would be prevented in part by the spinous processes.

Of the four abdominal muscles, which is not a prime mover in lateral pelvic rotation from a hanging overhead by the hands position?

When performing the up portion of the sit-up with rotation to the left, which of the following muscles are utilized the most?

A sideward deviation of the spine is known as scoliosis.

The thoracic vertebrae are unique in comparison to the other vertebrae in that they have more points of articulation.

Which of the following statements is correct regarding trunk movement at the lumbar spine?

Functions of the abdominal muscles include assisting in spinal stabilization and respiration.

Which of the following is not considered to be a large abdominal muscle?

The internal oblique abdominal muscle inserts on the _____.

Foundations of Structural Kinesiology

Neuromuscular Fundamentals

Basic Biomechanical Factors and Concepts

The Shoulder Girdle

The Shoulder Joint

The Elbow and Radioulnar Joints

The Wrist and Hand Joints

The Hip Joint and Pelvic Girdle

The Knee Joint

The Ankle and Foot Joints

Muscular Analysis of Selected Exercises and Related Concepts

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Nearly all movement of the spinal column takes place within the two supportive structures known as the _ and _.