Ch 16 Quiz

Question 1

The core is defined by the muscles in which region of the body?

Answer 1

Lumbo-pelvic-hip complex region

Question 2

Which of the following should be emphasized the most in a core training program?

Answer 2

Quality of movement

Question 3

When properly activated, which muscle of the core creates tension in the thoracolumbar fascia?

Answer 3

Transverse abdominis

Question 4

Proper extensibility of which of these global core muscles is important prior to performing the medicine ball pullover throw?

Answer 4

Latissimus dorsi

Question 5

Which term best describes the ability to contract muscles of the core with force in an effort to flex the trunk during a slow controlled movement?

Answer 5

Core strength

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of an exercise modality to enrich the proprioceptive nature of an exercise?

Answer 6

Wobble board

Question 7

What is an appropriate cue that can be given to a client to properly perform the drawing-in maneuver?

Answer 7

To perform the drawing-in maneuver, pull in the region just below the navel toward the spine.

Question 8

Posture of the spine is primarily controlled by which muscles of the core?

Answer 8

Local muscles

Question 9

Scoliosis refers to deviations of the spine in which plane of motion?

Answer 9

Frontal plane

Question 10

Which of the following is characterized as a local muscle of the core?

Answer 10

Transverse abdominis