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37 Cards in this Set
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What is anatomy?
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a study of the structure of the body
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What is physiology?
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a study of the functions of the body
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Cartilage is what kind of tissue?
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connective tissue
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What type of massage is especially useful in insomnia?
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effleurage
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How many named bones are found in an adult skeleton?
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206
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Which is most stimulating to the tissue... petrissage or effleurage?
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petrissage
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What type of mm controls the size of the pupil of the eye?
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involuntary
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What is mm tone?
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when mm fibers are constantly in a state of slight contraction
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What structural unit forms all the material in the body?
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cells
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What is tissue?
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a group or collection of cells which act together in the performance of a particular function
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What kind of tissue separates the thorax from the abdomen?
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diaphragm
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What are the most important "tools" of the massage therapist?
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their hands
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What is another name for the central and peripheral systems?
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nervous system
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How many spinal nerves are found in the normal human body?
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31
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Name the kneading manipulations performed in massage therapy
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petrissage and friction
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What regulates the beat of the heart?
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nervous system
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Does lymph travel through the body as fast as blood?
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no
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What is meant by the term superficial lymphaticus?
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those near the skin
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What is the function of lymphatic valves?
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to keep the lymph flowing in one direction
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How is massage helpful in keeping the lymphatic system functioning properly?
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it stimulates the flow if lymph
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Are all joints moveable?
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no
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What are the functions of intervertebral discs?
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to absorb shock and allow limited movement
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Where is articular fluid found?
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in the synovial cavity
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What is the purpose of articular fluid?
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to eliminate much of the friction that would otherwise result when bones are brought in contact with each other during movement
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What is the main purpose of function of all mm in the arm?
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articulation or movement
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If you make a fist with your hands what type of mms are active?
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Flexors
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Name the longest bone in the body?
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femur
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What is the longest bone in the human body?
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tibia
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What is the largest artery in the lower extremities?
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femoral artery
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What are the connecting links between arteries and veins?
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capillaries
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What structures join the lung to the trachea?
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Bronchi
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Why is the blood in the veins darker than in the attires?
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in contains more wast matter and carbon dioxide
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Is the stomach larger than the liver?
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no
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Where is bile stored in the body?
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gall bladder
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Food passes from the mouth to he stomach through what structure?
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esophagus
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Name the outer layer of the skin
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epidermis
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What is the name of the layer of cells forming the epidermis of the skin?
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epithelium
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