Question 1

Which structure is located inferior and lateral to the heart?

Accepted Answer

A)  Liver 
B)  Brain 
C)  Urinary bladder 
D)  Lung 
A)  Liver 
B)  Brain 
C)  Urinary bladder 
D)  Lung

Question 2

While Stacy is in the process of passing over the bar during a pole vault, her hips are considered to be

Accepted Answer

A)  anterior to her shoulders. 
B)  posterior to her shoulders. 
C)  inferior to her shoulders. 
D)  superior to her shoulders. 
E)  cephalic to her shoulders. 
A)  anterior to her shoulders. 
B)  posterior to her shoulders. 
C)  inferior to her shoulders. 
D)  superior to her shoulders. 
E)  cephalic to her shoulders.

Question 3

An increase in the number of cells is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  reproduction 
B)  growth 
C)  differentiation 
D)  metabolism 
E)  organization 
A)  reproduction 
B)  growth 
C)  differentiation 
D)  metabolism 
E)  organization

Question 4

The inguinal region is commonly known as the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  groin 
B)  buttock 
C)  breastbone 
D)  upper arm 
E)  navel 
A)  groin 
B)  buttock 
C)  breastbone 
D)  upper arm 
E)  navel

Question 5

The anatomical arm refers to the part of the upper limb from the

Accepted Answer

A)  shoulder to the wrist. 
B)  elbow to the wrist. 
C)  shoulder to the elbow. 
D)  elbow to the fingers. 
E)  shoulder to the fingers. 
A)  shoulder to the wrist. 
B)  elbow to the wrist. 
C)  shoulder to the elbow. 
D)  elbow to the fingers. 
E)  shoulder to the fingers.

Question 6

Which of the following describes the position of the nose?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inferior to the chin 
B)  Superior to the forehead 
C)  Posterior to the ears 
D)  Lateral to the eyes 
E)  Superior to the mouth 
A)  Inferior to the chin 
B)  Superior to the forehead 
C)  Posterior to the ears 
D)  Lateral to the eyes 
E)  Superior to the mouth

Question 7

A CT scan allows for a three-dimensional image to be generated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In reference to the body temperature in living organisms, the set point can be defined as the

Accepted Answer

A)  ideal normal value. 
B)  current specific value. 
C)  amount of change that must occur for a condition to return to ideal normal value. 
A)  ideal normal value. 
B)  current specific value. 
C)  amount of change that must occur for a condition to return to ideal normal value.

Question 9

-Directional terms are important in the study of anatomy. What does "C" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Median 
B)  Right 
C)  Left 
D)  Inferior 
E)  Lateral 
A)  Median 
B)  Right 
C)  Left 
D)  Inferior 
E)  Lateral

Question 10

The parietal pericardium is

Accepted Answer

A)  a double-layered serous membrane that anchors some of the abdominal organs to the body wall. 
B)  the serous membrane that covers the lungs. 
C)  the serous membrane that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities. 
D)  the space located between the visceral and parietal pleura. 
E)  the membrane that lines the pericardial sac. 
A)  a double-layered serous membrane that anchors some of the abdominal organs to the body wall. 
B)  the serous membrane that covers the lungs. 
C)  the serous membrane that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities. 
D)  the space located between the visceral and parietal pleura. 
E)  the membrane that lines the pericardial sac.

Question 11

-Here is a figure showing major body cavities and other structures. What does "A" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diaphragm 
B)  Mediastinum 
C)  Pelvic cavity 
D)  Thoracic cavity 
E)  Abdominal cavity 
A)  Diaphragm 
B)  Mediastinum 
C)  Pelvic cavity 
D)  Thoracic cavity 
E)  Abdominal cavity

Question 12

-This is a sagittal section through the abdominopelvic cavity. What cavity does "D" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Visceral peritoneum (covers organs) 
B)  Mesentery 
C)  Parietal peritoneum (lines cavity) 
D)  Retroperitoneal organs 
E)  Peritoneal cavity 
A)  Visceral peritoneum (covers organs) 
B)  Mesentery 
C)  Parietal peritoneum (lines cavity) 
D)  Retroperitoneal organs 
E)  Peritoneal cavity

Question 13

The change in size of the bone marrow (where blood cells are produced) as an infant matures is an example of ________, whereas the transformation of blood stem cells into white blood cells is an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  development; differentiation 
B)  growth; development 
C)  growth; differentiation 
D)  differentiation; growth 
E)  differentiation; development 
A)  development; differentiation 
B)  growth; development 
C)  growth; differentiation 
D)  differentiation; growth 
E)  differentiation; development

Question 14

This figure illustrates changes in blood pressure when ________ feedback mechanisms are in control.

Accepted Answer

A)  positive 
B)  negative 
A)  positive 
B)  negative

Question 15

Aldosterone is a hormone that increase the level of Na+ in the blood. Considering negative-feedback regulation of blood Na+ levels, which of the following events would most likely be an effect of aldosterone on the body in blood Na+ levels decreased?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aldosterone would cause a decrease in the amount of Na+ that was excreted as part of urine. 
B)  Aldosterone would cause an increase in the amount of Na+ that was excreted as part of urine. 
C)  Aldosterone would reduce activity in the brain that stimulated salty food cravings. 
D)  Aldosterone would decrease the amount of Na+ that is absorbed at the small intestine. 
A)  Aldosterone would cause a decrease in the amount of Na+ that was excreted as part of urine. 
B)  Aldosterone would cause an increase in the amount of Na+ that was excreted as part of urine. 
C)  Aldosterone would reduce activity in the brain that stimulated salty food cravings. 
D)  Aldosterone would decrease the amount of Na+ that is absorbed at the small intestine.

Question 16

Blood glucose concentration rises after a meal and stimulates the pancreas to release the hormone insulin. Insulin travels in the blood and stimulates the uptake of glucose by body cells from the bloodstream, thus reducing blood glucose concentration. This is an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  negative feedback 
B)  positive feedback 
C)  dynamic equilibrium 
D)  integration control 
E)  set point adjustment 
A)  negative feedback 
B)  positive feedback 
C)  dynamic equilibrium 
D)  integration control 
E)  set point adjustment

Question 17

The study of the external form of the body and its relationship to deeper structures is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  systemic anatomy 
B)  regional anatomy 
C)  molecular biology 
D)  microbiology 
E)  surface anatomy 
A)  systemic anatomy 
B)  regional anatomy 
C)  molecular biology 
D)  microbiology 
E)  surface anatomy

Question 18

Which technique creates a three-dimensional dynamic image of blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Digital subtraction angiography 
B)  Magnetic resonance imaging 
C)  Dynamic spatial reconstruction 
D)  Positron emission tomography 
A)  Digital subtraction angiography 
B)  Magnetic resonance imaging 
C)  Dynamic spatial reconstruction 
D)  Positron emission tomography

Question 19

-Directional terms are important in the study of anatomy. What does "E" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Median 
B)  Right 
C)  Left 
D)  Inferior 
E)  Lateral 
A)  Median 
B)  Right 
C)  Left 
D)  Inferior 
E)  Lateral

Question 20

A cut through the long axis of an organ is a/an ________ section.

Accepted Answer

A)  longitudinal 
B)  oblique 
C)  transverse 
A)  longitudinal 
B)  oblique 
C)  transverse

Exam 1: The Human Organism

Which structure is located inferior and lateral to the heart?

While Stacy is in the process of passing over the bar during a pole vault, her hips are considered to be

An increase in the number of cells is ________.

The inguinal region is commonly known as the ________.

The anatomical arm refers to the part of the upper limb from the

Which of the following describes the position of the nose?

A CT scan allows for a three-dimensional image to be generated.

In reference to the body temperature in living organisms, the set point can be defined as the

-Directional terms are important in the study of anatomy. What does "C" represent?

The parietal pericardium is

-Here is a figure showing major body cavities and other structures. What does "A" represent?

-This is a sagittal section through the abdominopelvic cavity. What cavity does "D" represent?

The change in size of the bone marrow (where blood cells are produced) as an infant matures is an example of ________, whereas the transformation of blood stem cells into white blood cells is an example of ________.

This figure illustrates changes in blood pressure when ________ feedback mechanisms are in control.

Aldosterone is a hormone that increase the level of Na+ in the blood. Considering negative-feedback regulation of blood Na+ levels, which of the following events would most likely be an effect of aldosterone on the body in blood Na+ levels decreased?

Blood glucose concentration rises after a meal and stimulates the pancreas to release the hormone insulin. Insulin travels in the blood and stimulates the uptake of glucose by body cells from the bloodstream, thus reducing blood glucose concentration. This is an example of ________.

The study of the external form of the body and its relationship to deeper structures is ________.

Which technique creates a three-dimensional dynamic image of blood vessels?

-Directional terms are important in the study of anatomy. What does "E" represent?

A cut through the long axis of an organ is a/an ________ section.

The Chemical Basis of Life

Cell Biology

Tissues

Integumentary System

Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue

Skeletal System: Gross Anatomy

Joint and Movement

Muscular System: Histology and Physiology

Muscular System: Gross Anatomy

Functional Organization of Nervous Tissue

Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves

Brain and Cranial Nerves

Integration of Nervous System Functions

The Special Senses

Autonomic Nervous System

Functional Organization of the Endocrine System

Endocrine Glands

Cardiovascular System: Blood

Cardiovascular System: the Heart

Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation

Lymphatic System and Immunity

Respiratory System

Digestive System

Nutrition, Metabolism, and Temperature Regulation

Urinary System

Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance

Reproductive System

Development, Growth, Aging, and Genetics

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The change in size of the bone marrow (where blood cells are produced) as an infant matures is an example of , whereas the transformation of blood stem cells into white blood cells is an example of .

Aldosterone is a hormone that increase the level of Na⁺ in the blood. Considering negative-feedback regulation of blood Na⁺ levels, which of the following events would most likely be an effect of aldosterone on the body in blood Na⁺levels decreased?