U3L4 Flashcard Review

Front

What are the hamstrings?

Back

The hamstrings are a group of three muscles located at the back of the thigh that are responsible for knee flexion and hip extension.

Front

Identify the function of the deltoid muscle.

Back

The deltoid muscle is responsible for shoulder abduction, flexion, and extension.

Front

Which muscle group flexes the hip?

Back

The quadriceps muscle group flexes the hip, allowing the legs to move forward.

Front

What is the function of the triceps muscle?

Back

The triceps muscle is responsible for elbow extension.

Front

What is the role of the tibialis anterior muscle?

Back

The tibialis anterior muscle is responsible for dorsiflexion of the foot, allowing the toes to point upwards.

Front

How many muscles are in the hamstring group?

Back

There are three muscles in the hamstring group: biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus.

Front

What is the primary action of the quadriceps?

Back

The primary action of the quadriceps is knee extension.

Front

Where is the deltoid muscle located?

Back

The deltoid muscle is located on the shoulder, covering the shoulder joint.

Front

What movements does the triceps facilitate?

Back

The triceps facilitate movements such as pushing and extending the arm.

Front

What is the anatomical position of the tibialis anterior?

Back

The tibialis anterior is located on the front of the lower leg.