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WorksheetsSkeletal & Muscle Systems
Total questions: 59
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is the meaning of the root word 'kinesi/o'?
movement, motion
hearing
vision
breathing
What is the meaning of the root word 'my/o'?
muscle
bone
nerve
skin
What is the meaning of the root word 'myos/o'?
muscle
bone
nerve
skin
What is the meaning of the root word 'radi/o'?
nerve root
bone
muscle
joint
What is the meaning of the root word 'sarc/o'?
flesh, connective tissue
bone
blood
nerve
What is the meaning of the root word 'ten/o'?
tendon
muscle
bone
nerve
What is the meaning of the root word 'tendin/o'?
tendon
muscle
bone
nerve
What is the meaning of the root word 'tend/o'?
tendon
muscle
bone
nerve
Which type of muscle tissue is mainly associated with the walls of internal organs and is responsible for involuntary muscle movement, such as breathing?
Smooth muscle tissue
Skeletal muscle tissue
Cardiac muscle tissue
Connective tissue
Which type of muscle tissue is responsible for the pumping of blood and gives the heartbeat?
Cardiac muscle tissue
Skeletal muscle tissue
Smooth muscle tissue
Connective tissue
What is one function of skeletal muscles besides producing movement?
To stop movement, such as resisting gravity to maintain posture.
To produce hormones for the body.
To store genetic information.
To transport oxygen in the blood.
Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal muscles?
Maintaining posture
Protecting internal organs
Producing hormones
Generating heat
How do skeletal muscles help maintain homeostasis in the body?
By generating heat, especially during exercise or shivering in cold conditions.
By producing hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.
By filtering waste products from the blood.
By transporting oxygen directly to tissues.
Skeletal muscles allow functions such as swallowing, urination, and defecation to be under voluntary control.
True
False
Smooth muscle is present in the walls of which of the following organs?
Urinary bladder
Uterus
Stomach
All of the above
Fill in the blank: Smooth muscle is found in the walls of passageways such as the arteries and veins of the _______ system.
circulatory
digestive
respiratory
nervous
Smooth muscle causes hair to stand erect in response to cold temperature or fear.
True
False
According to the passage, what is the main function of the muscular system?
To assist with digestion
To assist with movement
To produce hormones
To filter blood
Fill in the blank: Muscles work as __________ pairs. As one muscle contracts, the other muscle relaxes.
antagonistic
synergistic
parallel
singular
What is contraction in the context of muscle fibers?
Lengthening of the muscle fibers
Shortening of the muscle fibers
Relaxation of the muscle fibers
None of the above
According to the information provided, which of the following is an example of a muscle named by its division?
Biceps
Maximus
Deltoid
Flexor
According to the information provided, which term refers to the largest muscle?
Minimus
Maximus
Trapezius
Adductor
According to the information provided, what does the term 'adductor' indicate about a muscle's action?
It moves a body part towards the midline of the body.
It moves a body part away from the midline of the body.
It rotates a body part outward.
It extends a body part.
What does the abbreviation 'DC' stand for?
Doctor of Chiropractic
District of Columbia
Direct Current
Data Center
What does the abbreviation 'DO' stand for?
Doctor of Osteopathy
Doctor of Optometry
Doctor of Oncology
Doctor of Obstetrics
What does the abbreviation 'EMG' stand for?
Electromyogram
Electroencephalogram
Electrocardiogram
Electromagnetic Gradient
What does the abbreviation 'MD' stand for?
Muscular Dystrophy
Multiple Diagnosis
Medical Device
Mental Disorder
What does the abbreviation 'MG' stand for?
myasthenia gravis
multiple gestation
magnesium
mitral gap
What does the abbreviation 'Ortho' stand for?
orthopedics
orthodontics
orthography
orthopnea
What is the cause of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)?
The inability of the body to make dystrophin (a muscle protein)
Excessive exercise
Poor diet
Viral infection
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy primarily affects which group?
Girls
Boys
Elderly women
Infants only
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy causes progressive weakness in the lower extremities and pelvis.
True
False
Cerebral palsy (CP) is caused by an interruption to the normal development of a person’s ______ leading to weakness with muscles.
brain
heart
lungs
liver
Which of the following is a challenge often faced by individuals with cerebral palsy (CP)?
Improved muscle strength
Enhanced balance and coordination
Difficulty with balance and coordination due to inability to control muscles
Faster brain development
Depending on the area of the brain that is affected, signs and symptoms of cerebral palsy (CP) will vary in the type and severity between individuals.
True
False
What are some symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
A) Pain, numbness, or weakness to the hand(s)
B) Headache and fever
C) Stomach ache
D) Blurred vision
What are some causes of pressure on the median nerve that can lead to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Repetitive movements, trauma or injury to the wrist, or fluid retention related to pregnancy or menopause
Eating spicy food
Lack of sleep
Sun exposure
What is paralysis? Paralysis is the loss of _______ and control of the muscles in parts of the body.
strength
height
temperature
color
Which type of paralysis is a partial paralysis wherein there is a moderate degree of muscular weakness?
Paraplegia
Quadriplegia
Paresis
Hemiplegia
Which type of paralysis affects the lower extremities and lower portions of the trunk?
Paraplegia
Quadriplegia
Paresis
Hemiplegia
Which type of paralysis affects all four limbs?
Paraplegia
Quadriplegia
Paresis
Hemiplegia
Which type of paralysis affects one side of the body, such as the arm and leg on the same side?
Paraplegia
Quadriplegia
Paresis
Hemiplegia
What is a sprain? Fill in the blank: A sprain is an injury to a joint whereby a _______ is stretched or torn.
ligament
muscle
bone
tendon
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of a sprain?
Falling
Twisting
Being hit
Eating spicy food
What are the signs and symptoms of a sprain? Signs and symptoms of a sprain include pain, swelling, bruising, and an inability to use the _______.
joint
muscle
bone
skin
What is a strain? Fill in the blank: A strain is an injury to a _______ or a tendon caused by stretching or tearing.
muscle
bone
ligament
cartilage
Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a strain?
Muscle spasms
Swelling
Cramping
All of the above
Who are medical doctors specialized in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and surgery of disorders and diseases related to the musculoskeletal systems?
Orthopedic surgeons
Cardiologists
Dermatologists
Neurologists
Which of the following professionals manipulates muscles and other soft tissues through touch to relieve pain, aid the injury-healing process, and reduce stress?
Orthopedic Surgeon
Massage Therapist
Cardiologist
Neurologist
Massage therapists generally have a ______ degree, although requirements vary by state.
postsecondary
doctoral
elementary
associate
What is the main purpose of Electromyography (EMG)?
To assess the electrical signals muscles send while at rest and when they are used.
To measure the oxygen level in the blood.
To record the electrical activity of the heart.
To evaluate lung capacity.
What does MRI stand for?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnetic Radio Imaging
Molecular Resonance Imaging
Magnetic Radiation Indicator
What is the purpose of Range of Motion Testing?
To determine the amount of movement around a specific joint.
To measure blood pressure levels.
To assess lung capacity.
To evaluate heart rate variability.
The manubrium, the body, and the xiphoid make up which of the following?
Axial skeleton
Scaphoid
Sternum
None of the above
The highlighted bones are called:
Tarsals
Metatarsals
Phalanges
Feets
Identify the skeletal bone in the picture highlighted blue
mandible
humerus
cranium
femur
The highlighted bone is known as the:
Pelvis
Pubis
Sacrum
Coccyx
Which picture correctly displays kyphosis?
An abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
Lordosis
Kyphosis
Scoliosis
Kinosis
