Level 2 Gym Instructor Anatomy & Physiology Quiz 3

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Which of the following gases diffuse into the alveoli to be expelled by the lungs? *

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Hydrogen

Nitrogen

Oxygen

Carbon Dioxide

Which of the following describes the movement potential and joint actions of the shoulder girdle? *

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Internal and external rotation are movements of the shoulder girdle

Pronation and supination are movements of the shoulder girdle

Retraction and protraction are movements of the shoulder girdle

Flexion and extension are movements of the shoulder girdle

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

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The left ventricle and the pulmonary arteries

The right ventricle and the aorta

The right ventricle and the pulmonary arteries

The left ventricle and the aorta

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

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Iliopsoas

Gluteals

Coccygeus

Erector Spinae

Which of the following describes an isometric contraction? *

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The muscle contracts without changing its length

The muscles contracts and shortens

The muscle relaxes without changing its length

The muscle relaxes and lengthens

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

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The right atrium receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary arteries

The right atrium receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary veins

The left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary veins

The left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary arteries

Which of the following describes neutral spine alignment? *

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When the spine is in neutral alignment there is an exaggerated S-shape curve

When the spine is in neutral alignment there is an mild S-shape curve

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

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

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

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The articular cartilage provides lubrication

Ligaments attach bone to bone

The synovial membrane prevents excessive movement

Muscles move joints via ligament attachment

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 the small air sacs where gaseous exchange takes place

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

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

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

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High-impact training

Heavy resistance training

Full sit-ups

Strengthening pelvic floor muscles

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

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Epimysium

Endomysium

Myofibril

Sarcomere

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

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The long bones act as a levers for movement

The irregular bones act as strong attachment points for muscles

The short bones act as strong attachment points for muscles

The flat bones act as a levers for movement

How does fluid intake aid the digestive process? *

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It helps to regulate blood pressure

It optimises the function of the kidneys

It helps to reduce constipation

It assists the contraction of muscles

Which of the following statements about synovial joints is true? *

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The hip is an example of a saddle joint

The elbow is an example of gliding joint

The knee is an example of a hinge joint

The shoulder is an example of a pivot joint

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

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It can increase the number of large motor units

It can reduce the speed of nerve impulses

It can increase the number of small motor units

It can improve the synchronous recruitment of motor units

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

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Muscles work in pairs and the contracting muscle is the antagonist

Muscles work in pairs and the contracting muscle is the agonist

Fixator muscles assist the contraction of the antagonist

Fixator muscles assist the contraction of the prime mover

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

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The lumbar spine is an example of a synovial joint

The ankle is an example of a freely moveable joint

The knee is an example of a cartilaginous joint

The thumb is an example of a cartilaginous joint

Which of the following describes motor unit recruitment? *

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Larger motor units are recruited first, then smaller motor units

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

Smaller motor units are recruited first, then larger motor units

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

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

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The growth plates adapt throughout the lifespan

The diaphysis is formed of cancellous bone

The ends of a long bone are covered by hyaline cartilage

The epiphysis is formed of compact bone

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

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They contract and shorten to perform a role as an antagonist

They contract and shorten to perform a role as a prime mover

They relax and lengthen to perform a role as a synergist

They relax and lengthen to perform a role as a fixator

Which of the following explains bone growth? *

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The bones cells that contribute to bone building are osteoblasts

The process of bone growth is dependent on dietary intake of vitamin C

The bones cells that contribute to bone building are osteoclasts

The process of bone growth is fully dependent on dietary intake of vitamin A

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 an example of a flat bone? *

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Ischium

Clavicle

Scapula

Patella

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

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The atria have more muscular walls

The atria are largest chambers

The ventricles are the largest chambers

The ventricles have less muscular walls

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

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Erector spinae

Pelvic floor

Rectus abdominus

Obliques

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

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Quadriceps

Soleus

Hamstrings

Adductors

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

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It carries oxygenated blood to the heart

It carries deoxygenated blood to the heart

It carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs

It carries oxygenated blood to the body

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 alveoli into the pulmonary capillaries to be expelled

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

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

Which of the following describes the postural deviation hyperkyphosis? *

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An excessive inward curve of the lumbar spine

An excessive outward curve of the thoracic spine

An excessive inward curve of the thoracic spine

An excessive outward curve of the lumbar spine

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

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Skeletal muscle contraction is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system

Skeletal muscle contraction is controlled by the parasympathetic nervous system

Blood pressure is controlled by the somatic system

Blood pressure is controlled by the autonomic system

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