Which of the following functions does the pineal gland help regulate?

Correct Answer:D
The pineal gland is a small endocrine gland that produces seratonin, the hormone that regulates sleep patterns.

Choose the correct definition of the anatomical term ??foramen??.

Correct Answer:C
The anatomical term ??foramen?? refers to a hole or opening for nerves or tissues to pass through as in the foramen ovale of the sphenoid bone on the skull which allows several nerves, arteries and veins to pass through.

A protrusion of the intestine thru the inguinal canal is referred to as ______.

Correct Answer:C
A hernia occurs when an organ, or the surrounding fascial tissue of the organ, protrudes through the wall or membrane that contains it. Hernias can occur at various points within the body and are often named by their location. This question deals with an inguinal hernia. Hernias are classified as either reducible hernias or irreducible hernias. Reducible hernias can be manually reversed by applying direct pressure whereas irreducible hernias need surgery to reverse the condition.

A 27 year old male client enters a massage therapy office for a treatment holding his right hand along the pinky and ring finger. He complains of numbness and weakness in the two affected digits. He states the condition has been progressing over the last few weeks. He works in IT for a database company and works normal hours and is not very stressed at work. He is a daily commuter cyclist and also enjoys playing disc golf. What is the most likely cause of this condition?

Correct Answer:B
The posture for bicycling requires the rider to rest on the palms while steering. Guyon??s canal syndrome is also known as handlebar palsy.

A therapist must recognize ______ when assessing and treating soft tissue conditions.

Correct Answer:B
Soft tissue barriers represent the degree to which soft tissues can be manipulated for effective treatments. Understanding soft tissue barriers is an integral part of the assessment process.

The ulna rotates around the radius.

Correct Answer:B
The ulna is stationary during wrist rotation.