Level 2 Anatomy & Physiology Quiz 5

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The aerobic energy system is used for *

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instantaneous bursts of activity lasting for just a few seconds

very quick bursts of high-intensity activity, lasting on average less than a minute

sustained activity lasting more than 90 s

longer duration activities and exercise involving maximum efforts

Which of the following is a muscle associated with the pelvic floor? *

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Coccygeus

Erector spinae

Gluteals

Iliopsoas

Which of the following are part of the systemic circulatory system? *

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The left ventricle and the aorta

The right ventricle and the aorta

The right ventricle and the pulmonary arteries

The left ventricle and the pulmonary arteries

Which of the following statements about the nervous system is true? *

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Blood pressure is controlled by the somatic system

Skeletal muscle contraction is controlled by the parasympathetic nervous system

Skeletal muscle contraction is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system

Blood pressure is controlled by the autonomic system

Which of the following is an example of a flat bone? *

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Clavicle

Scapula

Ischium

Patella

Which of the following correctly describes the process of diffusion in the lungs? *

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Diffusion involves the movement of oxygen into the capillaries to be expelled by the lungs

Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of lesser concentration to an area of higher concentration

Diffusion involves the movement of carbon dioxide into the capillaries to be used by the body

Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of greater concentration to an area of lesser concentration

Which of the following statements about the structure of the heart is true? *

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The ventricles are the smaller, inferior chambers

The ventricles are the smaller, superior chambers

The ventricles are the larger, superior chambers

The ventricles are the larger, inferior chambers

Which of the following describes the function of the aorta? *

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It carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs

It carries oxygenated blood to the body

It carries oxygenated blood to the heart

It carries deoxygenated blood to the heart

How does fluid intake aid the digestive process? *

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It helps to dissolve saturated fat

It assists with the removal of waste products

It reduces chemical processes

It helps to dissolve insoluble fibre

Which of the following statements about joint classification is true? *

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The knee is an example of a cartilaginous joint

The ankle is an example of a freely moveable joint

The thumb is an example of a cartilaginous joint

The lumbar spine is an example of a synovial joint

Which of the following describes how exercise can enhance neuromuscular connections? *

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It can reduce the speed of nerve impulses

It can increase the number of smaller motor units

It can reduce the number of smaller motor units

It can increase the speed of nerve impulses

Which of the following statements about the structure of long bones is true? *

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They store calcium in the medullary cavity at their centre

The main bone shaft of a long bone is the epiphysis

The two ends of the long bone are the diaphysis

They are covered by a connective tissue called the periosteum

Which of the following describes neutral spine alignment? *

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When the spine is in neutral there is natural lordosis of the thoracic and sacral spine

When the spine is in neutral there is natural kyphosis of the lumbar and cervical spine

When the spine is in neutral alignment there is a mild S-shaped curve

When the spine is in neutral alignment there is an emphasised S-shaped curve

Which of the following describes a function of the skeleton? *

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The irregular bones act as strong attachment points for muscles

The flat bones act as a levers for movement

The long bones act as a levers for movement

The short bones act as strong attachment points for muscles

Which of the following describes how blood moves through the four chambers of the heart? *

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Deoxygenated blood from the left atria moves to the left ventricle

Oxygenated blood from the left atria moves to the right ventricle

Deoxygenated blood from the left atria moves to the right ventricle

Oxygenated blood from the left atria moves to the left ventricle

Which of the following describes gaseous exchange? *

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Carbon dioxide moves from the alveoli into the pulmonary capillaries to be circulated around the body

Carbon dioxide moves from the pulmonary capillaries into the alveoli to be circulated around the body

Carbon dioxide moves from the alveoli into the pulmonary capillaries to be expelled

Carbon dioxide moves from the pulmonary capillaries into the alveoli to be expelled

The entire muscle is surrounded by a broad protective fibrous sheath called the *

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sarcomere

myofibril

endomysium

epimysium

Which of the following describes the bronchi? *

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They are extensions from the trachea that carry air into the lungs

They are extensions from the bronchioles that carry air into the lungs

They are the small air sacs at the end of the bronchioles

They are the small air sacs where gaseous exchange takes place

Which of the following correctly describes the structure of synovial joints? *

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Muscles move joints via ligament attachment

The synovial membrane prevents excessive movement

Ligaments attach bone to bone

The articular cartilage provides lubrication

Which of the following describes the curves of the spine? *

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The cervical spine has a natural outward curve

The lumbar spine has a natural outward curve

The thoracic spine has a natural inward curve

The lumbar spine has a natural inward curve

Which of the following is a superficial muscle located posterior to the femur? *

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Adductors

Quadriceps

Soleus

Hamstrings

Which of the following is a function of skeletal muscle? *

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Assists digestion

Generates heat

Restricts movement

Prevents stability

Which of the following explains the importance of minerals in the process of bone growth? *

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Magnesium is the most important mineral during the process of bone growth

Iron is the most important mineral during the process of bone growth

Calcium is the most important mineral during the process of bone growth

Sodium is the most important mineral during the process of bone growth

Which of the following describes a principle of muscle contraction? *

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Muscles work in isolation to create movement

During muscle work, both the agonist and antagonist contract

During muscle contraction, it is only the origin of the muscle that moves

Muscles can only pull on bones to create movement

Which of the following describes pronation and supination? *

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Pronation and supination are movements of the wrist joint

Pronation and supination are movements of the hip joint

Pronation and supination are movements of the radioulnar joint

Pronation and supination are movements of the ankle joint

Which of the following should be encouraged with post-natal clients when first returning to exercise? *

1 point

High-impact training

Heavy resistance training

Strengthening pelvic floor muscles

Full sit-ups

Which of the following describes motor unit recruitment? *

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If exercise intensity is high, only larger motor units will be recruited

If exercise intensity is low, only larger motor units will be recruited

Smaller motor units are recruited first, then larger motor units

Larger motor units are recruited first, then smaller motor units

Which of the following describes the range of motion available at a synovial joint? *

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Flexion and extension are movements available at pivot joints

Abduction and adduction are movements available at hinge joints

Flexion and extension are movements available at hinge joints

Abduction and adduction are movements available at pivot joints

Which of the following muscles is located laterally to the spine? *

1 point

Rectus abdominus

Erector spinae

Obliques

Pelvic floor

Which of the following describes an isotonic contraction? *

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The length of the muscle changes throughout the movement

The joint angle remains fixed and unchanged during muscle contraction

The tension in the muscle is constant throughout the movement

The speed of the movement is constant during muscle contraction

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