Anatomy and Physiology Flashcards
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The muscle primarily responsible for a specific movement is called the:
Answer: Agonist (prime mover)
The agonist (prime mover) is the muscle primarily responsible for producing a movement.
The origin of a muscle is:
Answer: The stationary attachment point
The origin is the more stationary attachment, typically proximal.
The rotator cuff muscles include all EXCEPT:
Answer: Deltoid
The rotator cuff consists of SITS: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres minor, Subscapularis.
The femoral artery supplies blood to the:
Answer: Lower leg and thigh
The femoral artery is the major blood supply to the lower extremity.
The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for:
Answer: Rest and digest functions
The parasympathetic system promotes rest, digestion, and energy conservation.
Fascia is classified as a type of:
Answer: Connective tissue
Fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, organs, and other structures.