Beginner Rectus Abdominis Quiz
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Q1. Where is rectus abdominis located?
- In the posterior abdominal wall
- Within the pelvic diaphragm
- Inside the inguinal canal
- On either side of the linea alba in the anterior abdominal wall
Q2. What is the inferior attachment of rectus abdominis?
- Anterior superior iliac spine only
- Ischial tuberosity
- Twelfth rib
- Pubic symphysis and pubic crest
Q3. Where does rectus abdominis attach superiorly?
- Xiphoid process and costal cartilages of ribs 5 through 7
- Clavicle and first rib
- Twelfth rib only
- Iliac crest
Q4. What is a major action of rectus abdominis?
- Extension of the knee
- Flexion of the trunk
- Plantarflexion of the foot
- Abduction of the arm
Q5. What are the fibrous bands crossing rectus abdominis called?
- Tendinous intersections
- Pectineal ligaments
- Arcuate ligaments
- Intercrural fibers
Q6. Within which fibrous enclosure does rectus abdominis lie?
- Femoral sheath
- Carotid sheath
- Rectus sheath
- Axillary sheath
Q7. Which midline structure separates the right and left rectus abdominis muscles?
- Linea aspera
- Linea alba
- Inguinal ligament
- Thoracolumbar fascia
Q8. Which curved line marks the lateral border of rectus abdominis?
- Arcuate line
- Linea semilunaris
- Pectineal line
- Linea alba
Q9. Which small variable muscle may lie anterior to the lower part of rectus abdominis?
- Quadratus lumborum
- Psoas major
- Sartorius
- Pyramidalis
Q10. How does rectus abdominis assist abdominal compression?
- It expands the abdominal cavity during forced expiration
- It depresses the mandible
- It helps compress and support abdominal contents
- It opens the femoral canal