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Question #1
Match the definition with the correct word part. bi-
A.
hernia
B.
fascia
C.
bad
D.
two
Question #2
Match the definition with the correct word part. -cele
A.
bad
B.
fibrous connective tissue
C.
hernia
D.
fascia
Question #3
Match the definition with the correct word part. dys-
A.
hernia
B.
fibrous connective tissue
C.
fascia
D.
bad
Question #4
Match the definition with the correct word part. fasci/o
A.
fascia
B.
two
C.
hernia
D.
bad
Question #5
Match the definition with the correct word part. fibr/o
A.
fibrous connective tissue
B.
hernia
C.
fascia
D.
bad
Question #6
Match the definition with the correct word part. -ia
A.
muscle
B.
abnomal condition
C.
pertaining to
D.
movement
Question #7
Match the definition with the correct word part. -ic
A.
muscle
B.
movement
C.
pertaining to
D.
paralysis
Question #8
Match the definition with the correct word part. kinesi/o
A.
paralysis
B.
muscle
C.
abnomal condition
D.
movement
Question #9
Match the definition with the correct word part. my/o
A.
movement
B.
pertaining to
C.
muscle
D.
abnomal condition
Question #10
Match the definition with the correct word part. -plegia
A.
paralysis
B.
muscle
C.
pertaining to
D.
movement
Question #11
Match the definition with the correct word part. -rrhexis
A.
tendon
B.
rupture
C.
coordination
D.
tone, tension, stretching
Question #12
Match the definition with the correct word part. tax/o
A.
three
B.
coordination
C.
tendon
D.
tone, tension, stretching
Question #13
Match the definition with the correct word part. ten/o, tend/o, tendin/o
A.
tendon
B.
three
C.
tone, tension, stretching
D.
coordination
Question #14
Match the definition with the correct word part. ton/o
A.
rupture
B.
tone, tension, stretching
C.
tendon
D.
coordination
Question #15
Match the definition with the correct word part. tri-
A.
coordination
B.
tone, tension, stretching
C.
three
D.
tendon
Question #16
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. bradykinesia
A.
condition of abnormal muscle tone
B.
distortion of voluntary movement
C.
abnormally increased motor function or activity
D.
exreme slowness in movement
Question #17
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. dyskinesia
A.
distortion of voluntary movement
B.
crosswise direction
C.
condition of abnormal muscle tone
D.
abnormally increased motor function or activity
Question #18
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. dystonia
A.
crosswise direction
B.
exreme slowness in movement
C.
condition of abnormal muscle tone
D.
abnormally increased motor function or activity
Question #19
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. hyperkinesia
A.
exreme slowness in movement
B.
condition of abnormal muscle tone
C.
abnormally increased motor function or activity
D.
distortion of voluntary movement
Question #20
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. transverse
A.
distortion of voluntary movement
B.
abnormally increased motor function or activity
C.
condition of abnormal muscle tone
D.
crosswise direction
Question #21
Match the definition with the correct term. abduction
A.
limb movement away from the midline
B.
bending the foot upward at the ankle
C.
limb movement toward the midline
D.
circular movement at te far end of a limb
Question #22
Match the definition with the correct term. adduction
A.
limb movement toward the midline
B.
bending the foot upward at the ankle
C.
circular movement at te far end of a limb
D.
rotating the palm of the hand downward
Question #23
Match the definition with the correct term. circumduction
A.
rotating the palm of the hand downward
B.
circular movement at te far end of a limb
C.
bending the foot upward at the ankle
D.
limb movement away from the midline
Question #24
Match the definition with the correct term. dorsiflexion
A.
rotating the palm of the hand downward
B.
bending the foot upward at the ankle
C.
limb movement toward the midline
D.
limb movement away from the midline
Question #25
Match the definition with the correct term. pronation
A.
circular movement at te far end of a limb
B.
rotating the palm of the hand downward
C.
limb movement toward the midline
D.
limb movement away from the midline
Question #26
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. hemiparesis
A.
paralysis of both legs and lower body
B.
total paralysis of one side of the body
C.
slight paralysis of one side of the body
D.
slight paralysis of a muscle
Question #27
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. hemiplegia
A.
slight paralysis of a muscle
B.
paralysis of all four extremities
C.
total paralysis of one side of the body
D.
paralysis of both legs and lower body
Question #28
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. myoparesis
A.
slight paralysis of a muscle
B.
total paralysis of one side of the body
C.
slight paralysis of one side of the body
D.
paralysis of all four extremities
Question #29
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. paraplegia
A.
total paralysis of one side of the body
B.
slight paralysis of a muscle
C.
paralysis of both legs and lower body
D.
slight paralysis of one side of the body
Question #30
Match the definition with the appropriate condition. quadriplegia
A.
paralysis of both legs and lower body
B.
paralysis of all four extremities
C.
slight paralysis of a muscle
D.
total paralysis of one side of the body
Question #31
Match the definition with the correct term. Adhesion
A.
band of fibrous tissue
B.
muscle weakness from lack of use
C.
lacking normal muscle tone
D.
inflammation of fascia
Question #32
Match the definition with the correct term. atonic
A.
degeneration of muscle
B.
muscle weakness from lack of use
C.
lacking normal muscle tone
D.
inflammation of fascia
Question #33
Match the definition with the correct term. atrophy
A.
inflammation of fascia
B.
lacking normal muscle tone
C.
degeneration of muscle
D.
muscle weakness from lack of use
Question #34
Match the definition with the correct term. fasciitis
A.
degeneration of muscle
B.
lacking normal muscle tone
C.
inflammation of fascia
D.
band of fibrous tissue
Question #35
Match the definition with the correct term. myolysis
A.
muscle weakness from lack of use
B.
degeneration of muscle
C.
lacking normal muscle tone
D.
inflammation of fascia
Question #36
A/An ____________________ develops when normally elastic connective tissues are replaced with nonelastic fibrous tissues.
A.
contracture
B.
tenorrhaphy
C.
heel spur
D.
hypotonia
Question #37
The surgical suturing of a divided tendon is known as a/an ____________________.
A.
oblique
B.
heel spur
C.
tenorrhaphy
D.
hypotonia
Question #38
A calcium deposit in the plantar fascia near its attachment to the heel bone is known as a/an ____________________.
A.
hypotonia
B.
heel spur
C.
ataxia
D.
tenolysis
Question #39
The medical term ____________________ means diminished tone of the skeletal muscles.
A.
tenorrhaphy
B.
contracture
C.
heel spur
D.
hypotonia
Question #40
____________________ syndrome occurs when the tendons of the wrist become inflamed and swollen.
A.
Ataxia
B.
Singultus
C.
Carpal tunnel
D.
Fibromyalgia
Question #41
The term ____________________ means slanted or at an angle.
A.
origin
B.
sprain
C.
hernia
D.
oblique
Question #42
The term ____________________ means the lack of muscle coordination during voluntary movement.
A.
tenolysis
B.
ataxia
C.
physiatrist
D.
hernia
Question #43
The medical term meaning the release of a tendon from adhesions is ____________________.
A.
sprain
B.
neuromuscular
C.
tenolysis
D.
singultus
Question #44
A/An ____________________ is a physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
A.
polymyositis
B.
physiologist
C.
myoclonus
D.
physiatrist
Question #45
The protrusion of a part of a structure through the tissues normally containing it is known as a ____________________.
A.
sprain
B.
singultus
C.
hernia
D.
neuromuscular
Question #46
____________________ is a debilitating chronic condition characterized by fatigue, muscle, joint, or bone pain.
A.
Electromyography
B.
Fibromyalgia
C.
Torticollis
D.
Chronic fatigue
Question #47
The medical term for the condition commonly known as hiccups is ____________________.
A.
singultus
B.
origin
C.
sprain
D.
neuromuscular
Question #48
The medical term ____________________ means pertaining to the relationship between a nerve and a muscle.
A.
sprain
B.
origin
C.
sarcopenia
D.
neuromuscular
Question #49
A/An ____________________ is an injury to a joint that usually involves a stretched or torn ligament.
A.
polymyositis
B.
ganglion
C.
physiologist
D.
sprain
Question #50
The ____________________ is where the muscle begins, and is located nearest the midline of the body, or on a less movable part of the skeleton.
A.
myoclonus
B.
physiologist
C.
origin
D.
polymyositis
Question #51
The age-related reduction in skeletal muscle mass in older adults is known as _____________________.
A.
fasciitis
B.
myocele
C.
tenodesis
D.
sarcopenia
Question #52
____________________ is a chronic autoimmune disease that produces serious weakness of the voluntary muscles.
A.
Electromyography
B.
Myasthenia gravis
C.
Fibromyalgia
D.
Chronic fatigue
Question #53
____________________ is a diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity within muscle fibers in response to nerve stimulation.
A.
Myasthenia gravis
B.
Electromyography
C.
Chronic fatigue
D.
Fibromyalgia
Question #54
A/An ____________________ cyst is a harmless, fluid-filled swelling that occurs on the outer surface of the wrist.
A.
polymyositis
B.
physiologist
C.
ganglion
D.
myoclonus
Question #55
The disease characterized by inflammation and weakening of voluntary muscles in many parts of the body is known as ____________________.
A.
epicondylitis
B.
tenodesis
C.
singultus
D.
polymyositis
Question #56
An exercise ____________________ develops, implements, and coordinates exercise programs to promote physical fitness.
A.
neuromuscular
B.
physiologist
C.
oblique
D.
physiatrist
Question #57
The quick, involuntary jerking of a muscle or group of muscles is known as ____________________.
A.
tenodesis
B.
fasciitis
C.
myoclonus
D.
myocele
Question #58
____________________ syndrome is a debilitating disorder characterized by profound fatigue that is not improved by bed rest.
A.
Electromyography
B.
Myasthenia gravis
C.
Fibromyalgia
D.
Chronic fatigue
Question #59
Inflammation of the tissues surrounding the elbow is known as ____________________.
A.
myocele
B.
tenodesis
C.
fasciitis
D.
epicondylitis
Question #60
____________________ is a stiff neck due to spasmodic contraction of the neck muscles that pull the head toward the affected side.
A.
Torticollis
B.
Chronic fatigue
C.
Myasthenia gravis
D.
Fibromyalgia
Question #61
The study of human factors that affect the design and operation of tools and the work environment is known as ____________________.
A.
ergonomics
B.
myoclonus
C.
fasciitis
D.
tenodesis
Question #62
Intermittent ____________________ is pain in the leg muscles that occurs during exercise due to poor circulation and is relieved by rest.
A.
myorrhaphy
B.
claudication
C.
shin splint
D.
insertion
Question #63
A/An ____________________ is the protrusion of a muscle through a tear in the fascia surrounding it.
A.
paralysis
B.
myocele
C.
sphincter
D.
insertion
Question #64
The surgical suturing of the end of a tendon to the bone is known as ____________________.
A.
tenodesis
B.
neuromuscular
C.
singultus
D.
tenolysis
Question #65
Plantar ____________________ is an inflammation of the plantar fascia.
A.
myocele
B.
fasciitis
C.
sarcopenia
D.
tenodesis
Question #66
A surgical incision into a tendon is known as ____________________.
A.
tenorrhaphy
B.
heel spur
C.
hypotonia
D.
tenotomy
Question #67
____________________ syndrome occurs when inflamed and swollen tendons are caught in the narrow space between the bones of the shoulder joint.
A.
epicondylitis
B.
Impingement
C.
fasciitis
D.
origin
Question #68
____________________ causes muscle weakness and degeneration without affecting the nervous system.
A.
Myasthenia gravis
B.
Electromyography
C.
Fibromyalgia
D.
Muscular dystrophy
Question #69
Inflammation of the sheath surrounding a tendon is known as ____________________.
A.
ergonomics
B.
tenodesis
C.
fasciitis
D.
tenosynovitis
Question #70
The surgical suturing of a muscle is known as ____________________.
A.
contracture
B.
tenorrhaphy
C.
hypotonia
D.
myorrhaphy
Question #71
A/An ____________________ is a painful condition caused by the muscle tearing away from the shin bone.
A.
sphincter
B.
paralysis
C.
insertion
D.
shin splint
Question #72
The point where the muscle ends by attaching to a bone or tendon is known as the ____________________.
A.
insertion
B.
sarcopenia
C.
ganglion
D.
myocele
Question #73
A/An ____________________ is a ring-like muscle that tightly constricts the opening of a passageway.
A.
hypotonia
B.
tenodesis
C.
myocele
D.
sphincter
Question #74
The loss of sensation and voluntary muscle movements in a muscle is known as ____________________.
A.
tenodesis
B.
paralysis
C.
singultus
D.
tenolysis
Question #75
____________________ release is a specialized soft-tissue manipulation technique used to ease the pain of conditions such as fibromyalgia.
A.
Myasthenia gravis
B.
Myofascial
C.
Fibromyalgia
D.
Torticollis
Question #76
A diagnostic procedure to evaluate joint mobility and muscle strength is known as _____.
A.
deep tendon reflexes
B.
range-of-motion testing
C.
percutaneous needle tenotomy
D.
electromyography
Question #77
The term _____ means to bend a limb at the joint.
A.
flexion
B.
elevation
C.
extension
D.
circumduction
Question #78
The term _____ means to bend the foot downward at the ankle
A.
plantar flexion
B.
dorsiflexion
C.
supination
D.
pronation
Question #79
Which of these muscles is formed from three divisions?
A.
mastoid
B.
triceps brachii
C.
quadriceps
D.
biceps brachii
Question #80
Which type of muscle tissue forms the muscular wall of the heart?
A.
visceral
B.
myocardial
C.
skeletal
D.
smooth
Question #81
Which term describes the act of raising the corners of the mouth into a smile?
A.
extension
B.
hyperextension
C.
elevation
D.
depression
Question #82
A _____ is the surgical repair of a fascia.
A.
fasciotomy
B.
fasciitis
C.
fascioplasty
D.
myofascial release
Question #83
A _____ is a narrow band of nonelastic, dense, fibrous connective tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone.
A.
muscle fiber
B.
tendon
C.
strain
D.
fascia
Question #84
_____ is the stimulation of a muscle by an impulse transmitted by a motor nerve.
A.
Extension
B.
Muscle innervation
C.
Relaxation
D.
Contraction
Question #85
A physician who specializes in treating the causes of paralysis and similar muscular disorders is known as a/an _____.
A.
sports medicine physician
B.
occupational therapist
C.
neurologist
D.
physical therapist
Question #86
A treatment that utilizes high-frequency sound waves to treat muscle injuries is known as _____.
A.
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
B.
skeletal muscle relaxant
C.
neuromuscular blocker
D.
therapeutic ultrasound
Question #87
An injury to the body of a muscle or attachment of a tendon is a/an _____.
A.
strain
B.
myorrhexis
C.
myalgia
D.
overuse tendinitis
Question #88
A syndrome involving the compression of nerves and blood vessels due to swelling within the enclosed space created by the fascia that separate groups of muscles is known as _____.
A.
carpal tunnel syndrome
B.
iliotibial band syndrome
C.
compartment syndrome
D.
myofascial pain syndrome
Question #89
This medication is also known as an anticholinergic.
A.
RICE
B.
skeletal muscle relaxant
C.
neuromuscular blocker
D.
antispasmodic
Question #90
A strain or tear on any of the muscles that straighten the hip and bend the knee is known as a/an _____.
A.
hamstring injury
B.
iliotibial band syndrome
C.
Achilles tendinitis
D.
shin splint
Question #91
A _____ is a sudden, involuntary contraction of one or more muscles.
A.
myoclonus
B.
cramp
C.
singultus
D.
spasm
Question #92
_____ is inflammation of the tendons caused by excessive or unusual use of the joint.
A.
Tendinitis
B.
Tenosynovitis
C.
Tenolysis
D.
Tenodesis
Question #93
The term _____ in a muscle name means toward the side.
A.
rectus
B.
oblique
C.
transverse
D.
lateralis
Question #94
Which condition is commonly treated with a fasciotomy to relieve pressure?
A.
impingement syndrome
B.
carpal tunnel syndrome
C.
overuse tendinitis
D.
compartment syndrome
Question #95
The overextension of a limb or body part beyond its normal limit is known as _____.
A.
elevation
B.
adduction
C.
hyperextension
D.
supination
Question #96
The state of balanced muscle tension that makes normal movement possible is known as _____.
A.
ataxia
B.
hypotonia
C.
dystonia
D.
muscle tone
Question #97
A _____ is a surgical incision through the fascia to relieve tension or pressure
A.
fasciitis
B.
fascioplasty
C.
fasciotomy
D.
myofascial release
Question #98
The removal of a plug of tissue for examination is called _____.
A.
myocele
B.
electromyography
C.
range-of-motion testing
D.
muscle biopsy
Question #99
The medical term for tenderness or pain in the muscles is _____.
A.
myolysis
B.
myorrhexis
C.
atrophy
D.
myalgia
Question #100
A _____ is a painful localized muscle spasm named for its cause.
A.
torticollis
B.
ruptured rotator cuff
C.
cramp
D.
tendinitis
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