ECC Equine Anatomy & Physiology

Question 1

What is the primary function of the equine skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

To provide structure and protection

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To produce hormones.

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To digest food.

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To regulate temperature.

Question 2

What does the equine muscular system do?

Accepted Answer

Enables movement through muscle contractions

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Provides oxygen to cells.

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Produces enzymes.

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Carries sensory signals.

Question 3

Which system controls voluntary and involuntary functions in horses?

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Nervous system

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Respiratory system.

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Digestive system.

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Endocrine system.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the equine spinal column?

Accepted Answer

Protects the spinal cord and supports movement

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Generates blood cells.

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Stores calcium.

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Filters waste.

Question 5

Which system delivers oxygen and nutrients throughout the horse’s body?

Accepted Answer

Circulatory system

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Digestive system.

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Muscular system.

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Skeletal system.

Question 6

What is the function of the equine respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

Supplies oxygen and removes carbon dioxide

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Breaks down food.

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Produces hormones.

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Removes toxins.

Question 7

Why is understanding joint function critical for chiropractors?

Accepted Answer

To assess movement and apply adjustments

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To perform surgeries.

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To diagnose infections.

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To train the horse.

Question 8

Which part of the horse’s anatomy is most involved in locomotion?

Accepted Answer

Musculoskeletal system

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Integumentary system.

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Endocrine system.

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Immune system.

Question 9

Why is balance between muscle groups important?

Accepted Answer

To support alignment and prevent injury

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To increase stiffness.

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To reduce flexibility.

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To limit range of motion.