Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination Anatomy and Physiology 2

Question 1

The muscle primarily responsible for a specific movement is called the:

Accepted Answer

Agonist (prime mover)

Answer

The agonist (prime mover) is the muscle primarily responsible for producing a movement.

Question 2

The origin of a muscle is:

Accepted Answer

The stationary attachment point

Answer

The origin is the more stationary attachment, typically proximal.

Question 3

The rotator cuff muscles include all EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Deltoid

Answer

The rotator cuff consists of SITS: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres minor, Subscapularis.

Question 4

The femoral artery supplies blood to the:

Accepted Answer

Lower leg and thigh

Answer

The femoral artery is the major blood supply to the lower extremity.

Question 5

The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for:

Accepted Answer

Rest and digest functions

Answer

The parasympathetic system promotes rest, digestion, and energy conservation.

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