Abdominal Muscles: Rectus Abdominis & Pyramidalis
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Which of the following muscles is NOT innervated by the anterior rami of spinal nerves T7 to L1?

  • External Oblique
  • Internal Oblique
  • Rectus Abdominis
  • Pyramidalis (correct)

The linea semilunaris is a landmark found on which muscle?

  • External Oblique
  • Internal Oblique
  • Rectus Abdominis (correct)
  • Transversus Abdominis

Which of the following describes the orientation of the muscle fibers in the transversus abdominis?

  • Horizontally (correct)
  • Superomedially
  • Inferomedially
  • Vertically

What is the primary function of the rectus abdominis muscle?

<p>Flexion of the vertebral column (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The inguinal ligament is formed by the inferior margin of the aponeurosis of which muscle?

<p>External Oblique (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the rectus sheath?

<p>External Oblique (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the upper three-quarters, what is the arrangement of the rectus sheath relative to the rectus abdominis muscle?

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Unilateral contraction of which muscle would cause lateral flexion of the trunk to the opposite side?

<p>The contralateral External Oblique (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following features is responsible for the visible 'six-pack' appearance in individuals with low body fat?

<p>Tendinous Intersections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Besides trunk flexion, what other action can the abdominal muscles assist with?

<p>Increasing intra-abdominal pressure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Abdominal Muscles Function

Protect the viscera and assist in bodily functions like breathing and childbirth.

Rectus Abdominis

Flexes vertebral column; paired muscle separated by the Linea Alba.

Linea Semilunaris

A white line on the edge of the rectus abdominis muscle.

Pyramidalis Muscle

Small, triangular muscle attaching to the pubis and Linea Alba (not always present).

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Rectus Sheath

Tendinous sheath enclosing the rectus abdominis and pyramidalis muscles.

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Linea Alba

White line where the aponeuroses of the lateral muscles meet at the midline.

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External Oblique

Flexes trunk; unilateral contraction laterally flexes to the same side; fibers run inferomedially.

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Internal Oblique

Flexes trunk; unilateral contraction laterally flexes to the same side; fibers pass superomedially.

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Aponeurosis

Originates on ribs 5 to 12; contraction flexes the trunk.

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Transversus Abdominis

Fibers oriented transversely (horizontally).

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Description

Overview of abdominal muscles including rectus abdominis and pyramidalis. Covers origins, insertions, functions, and innervation. Also describes the rectus sheath and related anatomical structures.

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