Question 1

Which body system would be most affected by a lower than normal atmospheric pressure?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which body system would be most affected...

Question 2

Why are the abdominopelvic cavity organs the most vulnerable to blunt deceleration in an automobile accident with seat belts?

Accepted Answer

The walls of the abdominal cav

Question 3

Can lungs carry out excretory functions? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

Yes,carbon dioxide i

Question 4

The coxal joint is most likely found in ________ region of the body.

Accepted Answer

A)  hip 
B)  hand 
C)  foot 
D)  groin 
A)  hip 
B)  hand 
C)  foot 
D)  groin

Question 5

What is the serous membrane that covers the intestines called?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the serous membrane that covers...

Question 6

Match the following systems to their functions:
-Removes and filters excess fluid from tissues.

Accepted Answer

A) Lymphatic 
B) Endocrine 
C) Immune 
D) Cardiovascular 
A) Lymphatic 
B) Endocrine 
C) Immune 
D) Cardiovascular

Question 7

Match the regional/directional terms and examples:
-The fingers are ________ to the wrist.

Accepted Answer

A) Proximal 
B) Anterior 
C) Distal 
D) Medial 
E) Lateral 
A) Proximal 
B) Anterior 
C) Distal 
D) Medial 
E) Lateral

Question 8

The parietal pleura would represent a serous membrane ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  lining the abdominal cavity 
B)  covering the heart 
C)  covering individual lungs 
D)  lining the thoracic cavity 
A)  lining the abdominal cavity 
B)  covering the heart 
C)  covering individual lungs 
D)  lining the thoracic cavity

Question 9

You are asked to draw blood from the median cubital vein.You will search for this vein in the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  lateral side of the foot 
B)  proximal arm 
C)  anterior side of the elbow 
D)  hand 
A)  lateral side of the foot 
B)  proximal arm 
C)  anterior side of the elbow 
D)  hand

Question 10

The ability to sense changes in the environment and respond to them is called ________.

Accepted Answer

responsive

Question 11

The study of anatomy and physiology assumes and describes a healthy body.Select the description below that does NOT explain why this approach is useful.

Accepted Answer

A)  Study of a healthy body is less intimidating and more familiar new students. 
B)  A healthy body provides a common standard to compare to. 
C)  A healthy body establishes what "normal" is. 
D)  Study of a healthy body provides a foundation for a more complete understanding of all human bodies. 
A)  Study of a healthy body is less intimidating and more familiar new students. 
B)  A healthy body provides a common standard to compare to. 
C)  A healthy body establishes what "normal" is. 
D)  Study of a healthy body provides a foundation for a more complete understanding of all human bodies.

Question 12

Anabolic reactions are chemical reactions of the body that build things,make them bigger or more complex.Catabolic reactions break things down making them smaller or less complex.If the rate of anabolic reaction in the body is much faster than the rate of catabolic reactions which of the following necessary life function will be accomplished?

Accepted Answer

A)  digestion 
B)  responsiveness 
C)  growth 
D)  movement 
A)  digestion 
B)  responsiveness 
C)  growth 
D)  movement

Question 13

Match the regional/directional terms and examples:
-The stomach is ________ to the spine.

Accepted Answer

A) Proximal 
B) Anterior 
C) Distal 
D) Medial 
E) Lateral 
A) Proximal 
B) Anterior 
C) Distal 
D) Medial 
E) Lateral

Question 14

Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA)imaging is most useful in discovering obstructed blood supplies in organs and tissues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A small family was traveling in its van and had a minor accident.The children in the back seats were wearing lap belts,but still sustained numerous bruises about the abdomen,and had some internal organ injuries.Why is this area more vulnerable to damage than others?

Accepted Answer

The abdominal organs are the l

Question 16

One of the descriptions below is from the perspective of anatomical study,the rest are from a physiological perspective.Select the description below that comes from an anatomical perspective.

Accepted Answer

A)  The extremely thin tissue (simple squamous epithelium) of the lungs allows for the quick diffusion of respiratory gases into and out of the body. 
B)  The direction of blood flow through the heart is directed by one way valves. 
C)  The cell-to-cell connections between heart (cardiac) muscle cells are strong. They hold the tissue together for a life time of forceful contractions. 
D)  The innermost lining of the lungs is composed primarily of a thin tissue called simple squamous epithelium. 
A)  The extremely thin tissue (simple squamous epithelium) of the lungs allows for the quick diffusion of respiratory gases into and out of the body. 
B)  The direction of blood flow through the heart is directed by one way valves. 
C)  The cell-to-cell connections between heart (cardiac) muscle cells are strong. They hold the tissue together for a life time of forceful contractions. 
D)  The innermost lining of the lungs is composed primarily of a thin tissue called simple squamous epithelium.

Question 17

Positive feedback differs from negative feedback because ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  positive feedback is critical to health while negative feedback serves only to alert us to potential health threats 
B)  positive feedback is generally beneficial while negative feedback is typically harmful 
C)  positive feedback tends to enhance the triggering stimulus while negative feedback tends to return the body to a homeostatic balance or "ideal" level 
D)  positive feedback provides moment-to-moment wellbeing while negative feedback causes a cascade effect 
A)  positive feedback is critical to health while negative feedback serves only to alert us to potential health threats 
B)  positive feedback is generally beneficial while negative feedback is typically harmful 
C)  positive feedback tends to enhance the triggering stimulus while negative feedback tends to return the body to a homeostatic balance or "ideal" level 
D)  positive feedback provides moment-to-moment wellbeing while negative feedback causes a cascade effect

Question 18

Match the following systems to their functions:
-Produces antibodies that attach to foreign substances.

Accepted Answer

A) Lymphatic 
B) Endocrine 
C) Immune 
D) Cardiovascular 
A) Lymphatic 
B) Endocrine 
C) Immune 
D) Cardiovascular

Question 19

Figure 1.2
Using Figure 1.2, match the following descriptions to the most appropriate letter on the diagram:
-Appropriate response information is sent through efferent pathways.

Accepted Answer

A) E 
B) A 
C) B 
D) D 
E) C 
A) E 
B) A 
C) B 
D) D 
E) C

Question 20

What is the function of the serous membranes?

Accepted Answer

They act to reduce f

Exam 1: The Human Body: an Orientation

Which body system would be most affected by a lower than normal atmospheric pressure?

Why are the abdominopelvic cavity organs the most vulnerable to blunt deceleration in an automobile accident with seat belts?

Can lungs carry out excretory functions? Explain your answer.

The coxal joint is most likely found in ________ region of the body.

What is the serous membrane that covers the intestines called?

Match the following systems to their functions: -Removes and filters excess fluid from tissues.

Match the regional/directional terms and examples: -The fingers are ________ to the wrist.

The parietal pleura would represent a serous membrane ________.

You are asked to draw blood from the median cubital vein.You will search for this vein in the ________.

The ability to sense changes in the environment and respond to them is called ________.

The study of anatomy and physiology assumes and describes a healthy body.Select the description below that does NOT explain why this approach is useful.

Match the regional/directional terms and examples: -The stomach is ________ to the spine.

Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA)imaging is most useful in discovering obstructed blood supplies in organs and tissues.

A small family was traveling in its van and had a minor accident.The children in the back seats were wearing lap belts,but still sustained numerous bruises about the abdomen,and had some internal organ injuries.Why is this area more vulnerable to damage than others?

One of the descriptions below is from the perspective of anatomical study,the rest are from a physiological perspective.Select the description below that comes from an anatomical perspective.

Positive feedback differs from negative feedback because ________.

Match the following systems to their functions: -Produces antibodies that attach to foreign substances.

Figure 1.2 Using Figure 1.2, match the following descriptions to the most appropriate letter on the diagram: -Appropriate response information is sent through efferent pathways.

What is the function of the serous membranes?

Chemistry Comes Alive

Cells: the Living Units

Tissue: the Living Fabric

The Integumentary System

Bones and Skeletal Tissue

The Skeleton

Joints

Muscles and Muscle Tissue

The Muscular System

Fundamentals of the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue

The Central Nervous System

The Peripheral Nervous System and Reflex Activity

The Autonomic Nervous System

The Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System: the Heart

The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels

The Lymphatic System and Lymphoid Organs and Tissues

The Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Nutrition,metabolism,and Body Temperature Regulation

The Urinary System

Fluid,electrolyte,and Acid-Base Balance

The Reproductive System

Pregnancy and Human Development

Heredity

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