Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Test Anatomy and Physiology Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which muscle is the primary antagonist to the biceps brachii during elbow flexion?

Accepted Answer

Triceps brachii

Answer

The triceps brachii extends the elbow, making it the direct antagonist to the biceps brachii which flexes the elbow.

Question 2

The thoracolumbar fascia provides attachment for which of the following muscles?

Accepted Answer

Latissimus dorsi

Answer

The latissimus dorsi has a broad attachment to the thoracolumbar fascia, which spans the lower and mid-back region.

Question 3

What type of joint is the glenohumeral joint?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket

Answer

The glenohumeral (shoulder) joint is a ball-and-socket joint allowing movement in multiple planes including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation.

Question 4

Which cranial nerve is responsible for innervating the muscles of facial expression?

Accepted Answer

Facial nerve (CN VII)

Answer

The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) innervates the muscles of facial expression including the orbicularis oculi, frontalis, and buccinator.

Question 5

The right lymphatic duct drains lymph from which area of the body?

Accepted Answer

Right upper quadrant of the body

Answer

The right lymphatic duct drains lymph from the right arm, right side of the head and thorax, emptying into the right subclavian vein.

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Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Test Anatomy and Physiology Questions and Answers 2