Anatomy Exam Anatomy Muscles of the Lower Limb 3

Question 1

Which muscles make up the hamstring group?

Accepted Answer

Biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimembranosus

Answer

Rectus femoris, biceps femoris, semitendinosus

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Adductor magnus, semimembranosus, gracilis

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Gracilis, sartorius, semitendinosus

Question 2

The tensor fasciae latae inserts via which structure?

Accepted Answer

Iliotibial (IT) band

Answer

Pes anserinus

Answer

Patellar ligament

Answer

Calcaneal tendon

Question 3

Which nerve innervates the tibialis anterior?

Accepted Answer

Deep peroneal (fibular) nerve

Answer

Tibial nerve

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Common peroneal nerve

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Superficial peroneal nerve

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the gluteus medius?

Accepted Answer

Hip extension

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Hip abduction

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Medial rotation of the thigh

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Stabilizing the pelvis during gait

Question 5

Where do the three hamstring muscles (excluding short head of biceps) originate?

Accepted Answer

Ischial tuberosity

Answer

Anterior inferior iliac spine

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Iliac crest

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Greater trochanter

Question 6

The soleus muscle differs from the gastrocnemius in that it:

Accepted Answer

Does not cross the knee joint

Answer

Crosses the knee joint

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Originates from the femur

Answer

Is innervated by the deep peroneal nerve