Massage Therapist FREE Massage Therapist Anatomy and Physiology Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which muscle is the primary flexor of the forearm at the elbow joint?

Accepted Answer

Brachialis

Answer

The brachialis is the primary flexor of the forearm at the elbow, lying deep to the biceps brachii.

Question 2

What type of connective tissue surrounds an entire skeletal muscle?

Accepted Answer

Epimysium

Answer

Epimysium is the dense connective tissue sheath that encases the whole muscle.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Latissimus dorsi

Answer

The latissimus dorsi has broad attachments to the thoracolumbar fascia in the lower back.

Question 4

Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and removing old red blood cells?

Accepted Answer

Spleen

Answer

The spleen filters blood, recycling old red blood cells and storing platelets.

Question 5

What is the function of synovial fluid in a diarthrodial joint?

Accepted Answer

Reduces friction and nourishes cartilage

Answer

Synovial fluid lubricates joint surfaces and delivers nutrients to avascular articular cartilage.

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