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MSA: Shoulder and Arm
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1The shoulder complex is made up of three bones, including all of the following EXCEPT:
- ASternum
- BClavicle
- CHumerus
- DScapula
2How many muscles attach to the scapula?
- A12
- B17
- C15
- D16
3Which joint is the single attachment site between the upper appendicular and axial skeletons?
- AScapulothoracic
- BAcromioclavicular
- CSternoclavicular
- DGlenohumeral
4Which joint of the shoulder complex is considered a false joint?
- AScapulothoracic
- BSternoclavicular
- CGlenohumeral
- DAcromioclavicular
5Which joint of the shoulder complex forms one of the ball and socket joints in the body?
- ASternoclavicular
- BScapulothoracic
- CGlenohumeral
- DAcromioclavicular
6The spine of the scapula, a superficial ridge off the top of the scapula is an attachment site for which muscles?
- APosterior deltoid, middle and lower trapezius
- BRhomboids and serratus anterior
- CPectoralis minor, biceps brachii, and coracobrachialis
- DSupraspinatus and infraspinatus
7"Winged scapula" describes a postural condition in which the medial border falls away from the rib cage and visibly protrudes posteriorly. This may involve the muscles that pull the shoulder girdle anteriorly such as the pectoralis major and minor. It may also indicate a weak ____________ muscle.
- ARhomboids
- BSerratus anterior
- CLatissimus dorsi
- DSubscapularis
8The rhomboids and serratus anterior attach to which bony landmark of the scapula?
- ALateral border
- BSpine of the scapula
- CMedial border
- DInferior angle
9Which muscle attaches to the superior angle of the scapula?
- ASupraspinatus
- BLevator scapula
- CRhomboids
- DLatissimus dorsi
10The lateral border of the scapula is the attachment site for which muscles?
- ATeres major and minor
- BSuprapinatus and infraspinatus
- CRhomboid major and minor
- DTrapezius and deltoid
11The long head of the triceps brachii attaches to which bony landmark of the shoulder complex?
- ACoracoid process
- BInfraglenoid tubercle
- CAcromion
- DSupraglenoid tubercle
12The acromion, the lateral aspect of the spine of the scapula, serves as an attachment site for which muscles?
- ADeltoid and trapezius
- BSupraspinatus and infraspinatus
- CRhomboids and serratus anterior
- DPectoralis major and minor
13The coracoid process, a beak like projection inferior to the shaft of the clavicle, is the attachment site for all of the following EXCEPT:
- APectoralis minor
- BBiceps brachii
- CCoracobrachialis
- DTriceps brachii
14Which scapular fossa is inferior to the spine of the scapula?
- ASupraspinous fossa
- BInfraspinous fossa
- CSubscapular fossa
- DOlecranon fossa
15Which bony landmark is the insertion site for 3 of the 4 rotator cuff muscles?
- ALesser tubercle
- BGreater tubercle
- CSpine of the scapula
- DAcromion
16Which muscle tendon lies within the intertubercular groove?
- ATriceps brachii long head
- BBiceps brachii long head
- CTeres major
- DCoracobrachialis
17From the list below, which shoulder muscle has fibers that are antagonists to each other?
- APectoralis minor
- BLevator scapula
- CDeltoid
- DLatissimus dorsi
18The insertion of the trapezius is identical to the origin of which muscle?
- APectoralis
- BDeltoid
- CInfraspinatus
- DLatissimus dorsi
19I have anterior, middle, and posterior fibers that abduct, flex, extend, medially rotate, laterally rotate, horizontally abduct and adduct the shoulder joint. Which muscle am I?
- ATrapezius
- BDeltoid
- CPectoralis major
- DLatissimus dorsi
20My origin is the lateral third of the clavicle, acromion, and spine of the scapula and my insertion is on a tuberosity on the lateral aspect of the humerus named after me. Which muscle am I?
- ADeltoid
- BTrapezius
- CPectoralis major
- DLatissimus dorsi
21Which of the following actions is NOT performed by the trapezius?
- AElevation of the scapula
- BDownward rotation of the scapula
- CExtension of the head and neck
- DLateral flexion of the head and neck
22My origin is the external occipital protuberance, medial portion of superior nuchal line of the occiput, ligamentum nuchae, and spinous processes of C7 - T12. My insertion is the lateral third of the clavicle, acromion, and spine of the scapula. Which muscle am I?
- ALatissimus dorsi
- BTrapezius
- CRhomboids
- DSerratus anterior
23Which action is NOT performed by the Latissimus dorsi?
- AExtension of the shoulder
- BAdduction of the shoulder
- CMedial rotation of the shoulder
- DAbduction of the shoulder
24My origin is the inferior angle of the scapula, spinous processes of the last six thoracic vertebrae, last three or four ribs, thoracolumbar fascia, and posterior iliac crest. My insertion is the intertubercular groove of the humerus. Which muscle am I?
- ARhomboids
- BTrapezius
- CLatissimus dorsi
- DDeltoid
25I extend, adduct, and medially rotate the glenohumeral joint and I am known as "lat's little helper." What is my muscle name?
- ATeres major
- BTeres minor
- CInfraspinatus
- DSupraspinatus
26Which of the following is the correct origin and insertion for the teres major?
- AOrigin: Inferior angle and lower one-third of lateral border of the scapula
Insertion: Crest of the lesser tubercle of the humerus - BOrigin: Upper two-thirds of the lateral border of the scapula
Insertion: Crest of the lesser tubercle of the humerus - COrigin: Inferior angle and lower one-third of lateral border of the scapula
Insertion: Greater tubercle of the humerus
- AOrigin: Inferior angle and lower one-third of lateral border of the scapula
27Which member of the rotator cuff muscles does NOT rotate and only performs abduction?
- ASupraspinatus
- BInfraspinatus
- CTeres minor
- DSubscapularis
28Three of the four rotator cuff muscles insert on the greater tubercle of the humerus. What is the name of the fourth muscle that inserts on the lesser tubercle?
- ASupraspinatus
- BInfraspinatus
- CSubscapularis
- DTeres minor
29Which two rotator cuff muscles stabilize the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity and laterally rotate and adduct the shoulder?
- AInfraspinatus and teres minor
- BSupraspinatus and subscapularis
- CInfraspinatus and subscapularis
- DSupraspinatus and infraspinatus
30My origin is the upper two-thirds of the lateral border of the scapula and my insertion is the greater tubercle of the humerus. What is my muscle name?
- ATeres major
- BTeres minor
- CInfraspinatus
- DSupraspinatus
31The rhomboids are 1) deep to which muscle and 2) superficial to which muscle group?
- A1) Trapezius 2) Serratus anterior
- B1) Trapezius 2) Erector spinae
- C1) Deltoids 2) Trapezius
- D1) Levator scapula 2) Trapezius
32My origin is the spinous processes of T-2 to T-5 and my insertion is the medial border of the scapula between the spine of the scapula and the inferior angle. What is my name?
- ARhomboid major
- BTrapezius
- CLatissimus dorsi
- DLevator scapula
33My origin is the spinous processes of C-7 and T-1 and my insertion is the upper portion of the medial border of the scapula, across from the spine of the scapula. What is my muscle name?
- ALevator scapula
- BTrapezius
- CRhomboid major
- DRhomboid minor
34I adduct, elevate, and downwardly rotate the scapula along with my minor named partner and together we are called by what name?
- ARhomboids
- BTrapezius
- CDeltoids
- DTeres major
35Which action is NOT one in which levator scapula engages?
- AUpward rotation of the scapula
- BElevation of the scapula
- CLateral flexion of the head and neck
- DRotation of the head and neck
36What is the origin and insertion of levator scapula?
- AOrigin: Transverse processes of C-1 to C-4
Insertion: Medial border of the scapula, between spine of scapula and inferior angle - BOrigin: Spinous processes of C-1 to C-4
Insertion: Medial border of the scapula, between superior angle and superior portion of spine of scapula - COrigin: Transverse processes of C-1 to C-4
Insertion: Medial border of the scapula, between superior angle and superior portion of spine of scapula
- AOrigin: Transverse processes of C-1 to C-4
37What is the origin and insertion for the serratus anterior?
- AOrigin: External surfaces of upper six ribs
Insertion: Anterior surface of medial border of the scapula - BOrigin: External surfaces of upper eight or nine ribs
Insertion: Anterior surface of medial border of the scapula - COrigin: External surfaces of upper eight or nine ribs
Insertion: Posterior surface of lateral border of the scapula
- AOrigin: External surfaces of upper six ribs
38Which movement below is NOT one in which the serratus anterior engages?
- AAbduct the scapula
- BUpwardly rotate the scapula
- CDepress the scapula
- DRetract the scapula
39Which action is NOT performed by the pectoralis major?
- AAdduction of the shoulder
- BMedial rotation of the shoulder
- CFlexion of the shoulder
- DLateral rotation
40My origin is the medial half of the clavicle, sternum, and cartilage of first through sixth ribs. My insertion is the crest of the greater tubercle of the humerus. What is my muscle name?
- ASerratus anterior
- BPectoralis major
- CPectoralis minor
- DDeltoid
41Which action below is NOT performed by the pectoralis minor?
- ADepression of the scapula
- BAbduction of the scapula
- CDownward rotation of the scapula
- DElevation of the scapula
42My origin is the third, fourth, and fifth ribs and my insertion is the coracoid process. What is my muscle name?
- ALevator scapula
- BPectoralis minor
- CPectoralis major
- DSubclavius
43My origin is the first rib and cartilage and my insertion is the inferior surface of the middle one-third of the clavicle. What is my muscle name?
- ASubclavius
- BPectoralis minor
- CLevator scapula
- DDeltoid
44What action below is NOT performed by the subclavius?
- ADepression of the acromion
- BDepression and anterior movement of the clavicle
- CElevation of the first rib
- DStabilization of the sternoclavicular joint
45I flex the elbow, supinate the forearm, and flex the shoulder. What is my muscle name?
- ABiceps brachii
- BTriceps brachii
- CDeltoid
- DCoracobrachialis
46My origin is the coracoid process for my short head and supraglenoid tubercle for my long head. What is my muscle name?
- ATriceps brachii
- BBiceps brachii
- CCoracobrachialis
- DPectoralis minor
47What muscle extends the elbow as well as the extends and adducts the shoulder?
- ATriceps brachii
- BBiceps brachii
- CCoracobrachialis
- DPectoralis major
48What is the origin of the long head of the triceps brachii?
- ASupraglenoid tubercle
- BLateral border of the scapula
- CInfraglenoid tubercle
- DCrest of the lesser tubercle
49What is the insertion of the triceps brachii?
- ALateral epicondyle of the ulna
- BBiccipital aponeurosis
- CRadial tuberosity
- DOlecranon process of the ulna
50Coracobrachialis, the "armpit muscle" assists in what action or actions?
- AFlexion and adduction of the shoulder
- BMedial rotation of the shoulder
- CAbduction of the scapula
- DExtension and lateral rotation of the shoulder
51My origin is the coracoid process of the scapula and my insertion is the medial surface of the mid-humeral shaft. What is my muscle name?
- ASubclavius
- BCoracobrachialis
- CBiceps brachii
- DDeltoid
52The latissimus dorsi and teres major both attach to what bony landmark of the scapula?
- AInfraglenoid tubercle
- BLateral border
- CMedial border
- DInferior angle
53Which muscle inserts on the intertubercular groove?
- ADeltoid
- BPectoralis major
- CSubscapularis
- DLatissimus dorsi
54What muscle is the completely superficial cap of the shoulder?
- ATrapezius
- BDeltoid
- CBiceps brachii
- DPectoralis major
55What muscle lies superficially along the upper back and neck?
- ARhomboids
- BLatissimus dorsi
- CTrapezius
- DDeltoid
56Which muscle is the broadest muscle of the back?
- ALatissimus dorsi
- BTrapezius
- CRhomboids
- DSerratus anterior
57Which muscle is a synergist with teres minor in lateral rotation?
- ASupraspinatus
- BInfraspinatus
- CSubscapularis
- DTeres major
58Which muscle is an antagonist to the teres major in rotation of the humerus?
- ATeres minor
- BSubscapularis
- CSupraspinatus
- DDeltoid, anterior head
59Which muscle is sandwiched between the subscapular fossa and serratus anterior?
- AInfraspinatus
- BSubscapularis
- CPectoralis minor
- DSupraspinatus
60Which muscle group is located between the scapula and vertebral column?
- ARhomboids
- BTrapezius
- CLatissimus dorsi
- DSubscapularis
61Which muscle is situated between the splenius capitis and posterior scalene muscles?
- ALevator scapula
- BRhomboids
- CTrapezius
- DDeltoid
62Which muscle is located along the posterior and lateral ribcage?
- ATrapezius
- BPectoralis major
- CSerratus anterior
- DRhomboids
63Which shoulder muscle has three segments: clavicular, sternal, and costal with upper fibers flexing and the lower fibers extending making it an antagonist to itself?
- APectoralis major
- BPectoralis minor
- CTrapezius
- DDeltoid
64The brachial plexus, axillary artery and axillary vein cross underneath which muscle creating the potential for neuromuscular compression?
- APectoralis major
- BPectoralis minor
- CCoracobrachialis
- DBiceps brachii
65Which muscle runs below and parallel to the clavicle and is deep to the pectoralis major?
- ASerratus anterior
- BCoracobrachialis
- CSubclavius
- DDeltoid
66Which muscle is the primary muscle of forearm supination?
- ABiceps brachii
- BBrachialis
- CCoracobrachialis
- DTriceps brachii
67What is the only muscle located on the posterior arm?
- ATriceps brachii
- BBiceps brachii
- CDeltoid
- DCoracobrachilais
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