vertebral column

Question 1

flexion of vertebral column is done by?

Answer 1

abdominal musculature/ e.g rectus abdominus

Question 2

when back muscles are functioning to hold back erect, what is responsible for flexion?

Answer 2

gravity

Question 3

what do the intrinsic muscles of the back accomplish?

Answer 3

extension, rotation, and lateral bending of the vertebral column and head.

Question 4

extension

Answer 4

return to the anatomical position

Question 5

hyperextension

Answer 5

continued movement beyond the anatomical position

Question 6

extrinsic musculature of the back

Answer 6

has to do with movements of the upper extremity (or respiration)

Question 7

where are extrinsic back muscles

Answer 7

superficially located on the back

Question 8

list the extrinsic back muscles

Answer 8

trapezius, latissimus dorsi, rhomboid minor and major, levator scapulae, posterior superior and inferior serratus

Question 9

triangle of auscultation

Answer 9

6th intercostal space

Question 10

how to get patient to open up space

Answer 10

bring arms together in front of the their body