35 Questions
Which type of muscles are NOT under voluntary control?
Smooth muscles
Where are smooth muscles primarily found in the body?
In the walls of internal organs and blood vessels
What type of muscles interlace to form sheets of smooth muscle tissue?
Smooth muscles
What is the majority of muscle tissue in the body made up of?
Skeletal muscles
Which type of muscles are striated and are NOT under voluntary control?
Cardiac muscles
Which type of muscle is responsible for moving bones and attached to bones?
Skeletal muscles
Which of the following is NOT an example of an inherited muscle disorder?
Cramps
What type of muscles are most commonly affected in Myasthenia Gravis?
Skeletal muscles
Which type of muscle disorder is characterized by the weakening and wasting away of muscles?
Muscular Dystrophy
What is the typical cause of a muscle strain?
Overexertion
Which of the following is responsible for movement and protection of internal organs?
Skeletal muscles
Which type of muscle is found in the heart?
Cardiac muscles
Which type of muscle disease is characterized by the heart becoming abnormally enlarged, thickened, and/or stiff?
Cardiomyopathy
Which muscle problem is more common in older adults and is associated with a risk of around 14-53% in different age groups?
Sarcopenia
What is a possible risk factor for developing sarcopenia in older adults?
Reduced hormone levels
Which muscle problem is characterized by a protrusion of an organ or tissue through a weak area in the muscle?
Hernia
Which muscle disease is a rare inflammatory one that can affect people of any age but is more commonly seen in women?
Dermatomyositis
What type of muscle disease causes loss of muscle mass and strength in older adults?
Sarcopenia
What is a common method for relieving muscle cramps?
Stretching the affected muscle
Which of the following is a common remedy for tendinitis?
Resting the affected tendon
What is considered a potential risk factor for developing sarcopenia in older adults?
Sedentary lifestyle with little physical activity
What is commonly advised as a post-hernia surgery precaution?
Avoiding activities that strain the abdominal muscles
In treating a bruise, why is using ice recommended?
To reduce inflammation and swelling
What is a common treatment to relieve swelling and pain of a bruise?
Ice therapy
In hernia surgery, what is a protrusion through a weak area in the muscle often called?
Strain
What is a common treatment for tendinitis?
Medication
What is a common remedy for getting rid of muscle cramps?
Stretching and gently rubbing the cramped muscles
What is a possible risk factor for developing sarcopenia in older adults?
Sedentary lifestyle
Which of the following is NOT a typical treatment for tendinitis?
Strength training exercises
What is a common method for relieving bruises caused by muscle injury?
Using ice packs
In the context of hernia surgery, what is usually required to repair a hernia?
Surgery
What is a common treatment for tendinitis, a condition characterized by inflammation or irritation of a tendon?
Corticosteroid injections
For relieving muscle cramps, what is a commonly recommended remedy?
Stretching exercises
Among the given options, which is NOT a recognized risk factor for sarcopenia in older adults?
High hormone levels
When addressing sarcopenia risk, which of the following factors can contribute to muscle weakness in some individuals?
Sudden onset of poor nutrition
Test your knowledge on muscle classifications and functions with this quiz. Learn about the differences between voluntary and involuntary muscles, and the characteristics of smooth muscles found in internal organs and blood vessels.
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