Anatomy, Chpt 11

The triceps brachii muscle is opposed in extension of the elbow by the antagonistic muscle, ________.

brachialis

Which of the following is NOT supported by the appendicular musculature?

breathing movements

What action would result if the rectus femoris contracted while the biceps femoris relaxed?

extension of the knee joint

When a person suffers from carpal tunnel syndrome, which muscles' tendons have become inflamed?

finger flexors that originate on the forearm

Which major muscle largely opposes the actions of the pectoralis major?

latissimus dorsi

Inflammation of the extensor and flexor retinacula of the wrist can restrict movement and irritate the ________, resulting in carpal tunnel syndrome.

median nerve

Which muscle flexes the wrist?

palmaris longus

Because of its attachments, the ____________can both extend the knee and flex the hip.

rectus femoris

Which of the following muscles belongs to the group known as "hamstrings"?

semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and biceps femoris

The muscles that form the rotator cuff include the ________.

teres minor, infraspinatus, supraspinatus, and subscapularis

Which of the following muscles is NOT found in the anterior compartment of the arm?

triceps brachii

The action of the rhomboid major muscle is to ________.

adduct and rotate the scapula downward

After his accident, Dave felt a tight ball of muscle behind his right knee. That ball included all of the following muscles EXCEPT __________.

biceps brachii