A & P practice questions
Place the following in the correct sequence from simplest to most complex, according to their corresponding numbers. 1. molecules 2. atoms 3. tissues 4. cells 5. organs
2,1,4,3,5
Which feedback system structure receives output from the control center? Select one: a. effector b. efferent pathway c. response d. receptor e. stimulus
a. effector
____ is the study of the function of the body. Select one: a. Physiology b. Anatomy c. Metabolism d. Histology e. organic chemistry
a. physiology
What is a vertical section through the body, dividing it into left and right called? Select one: a. sagittal b. frontal c. transverse d. coronal e. regional
a. sagittal
Question 1 Correct1.00 points out of 1.00 Not flaggedFlag question Question text Histology would be best defined as a study of ________. Select one: a. tissues b. cell chemistry c. cells d. chemical interactions e. the gross structures of the body
a. tissues
Which of the following statements is true concerning feedback mechanisms? Select one: a. Positive feedback mechanisms always result in excessive damage to the host b. Negative feedback mechanisms tend to increase the original stimulus c. Negative feedback mechanisms work to prevent sudden severe changes within the body d. Blood glucose levels are regulated by positive feedback mechanisms e. A classic example of negative feedback is when blood clots
b. Negative feedback mechanisms work to prevent sudden severe changes within the body
Homeostasis is the condition in which the body maintains ________. Select one: a. the lowest possible energy usage b. a relatively stable internal environment, within limits c. a dynamic state within an unlimited range, depending on circumstances d. a static state with no deviation from preset points
b. a relatively stable internal environment, within limits
A transverse cut is one that is cut ________. Select one: a. vertically- right and left b. horizontally- superior and inferior c. diagonally between vertical and horizontal planes d. frontal- anterior and posterior e. perpendicular to vertical and horizontal planes
b. horizontally- superior and inferior
The visceral pleura would represent a serous membrane ________ Select one: a. lining the thoracic cavity b. covering the heart c. covering individual lungs d. separating the abdominal region from the pelvic region e. lining the abdominal cavity
c. covering individual lungs
Which term means toward or at the back of the body or behind the body? Select one: a. lateral b. distal c. dorsal d. ventral e. anterior
c. dorsal
The body system that regulates growth, reproduction, and metabolism. Select one: a. digestive b. nervous c. endocrine d. respiratory e. reproductive
c. endocrine
What is a vertical section through the body, dividing it into anterior and posterior regions called? Select one: a. transverse b. median c. frontal d. sagittal e. oblique
c. frontal
Select the most correct statement. Select one: a. Organ systems operate independently of each other to maintain life. b.The respiratory system is the organ system solely responsible for excreting metabolic wastes. c.The endocrine system is not a true structural organ system. d.The immune system is closely associated with the lymphatic system. e.Organ systems can be composed of cells or tissues, but not both.
d. The immune system is closely associated with the lymphatic system.
The anatomical position is used ________. Select one: a. only in situations that are emergencies, i.e. choking b. rarely, because people don't usually assume this position during waking moments c. only when a body is lying down one one's back rather than stomach d. as a standard reference point for directional terms regardless of the actual position of the body e. only observed during surgical procedures
d. as a standard reference point for directional terms regardless of the actual position of the body
Which feedback system structure provides input to the control center? Select one: a. effector b. efferent pathway c. muscle d. receptor e. response
d. receptor
Question 2 Correct1.00 points out of 1.00 Not flaggedFlag question Question text The lungs are located in which of the following cavities? Select one: a. pelvic cavity b. vertebral cavity c. abdominal cavity d. thoracic cavity e. cranial cavity
d. thoracic cavity
________ is another name for Anterior Select one: a. Supine b. Posterior c. Caudal d. Ventral e. Dorsal
d. ventral
Which of the following organs or structures most likely represents what would be found in the Lower Right Quadrant (LRQ)? Select one: a. liver b. stomach c. gallbladder d. spleen e. appendix
e. appendix
The dorsal body cavity is the site of which of the following? Select one: a. kidney b. intestines c. lungs d. reproductive organs e. brain
e. brain
An example of a condition not regulated by a negative feedback loop would be: Select one: a. blood pressure b. heart rate c. blood sugar levels d. body temperature e. childbirth
e. childbirth
The following organ system is responsible for achieving physical and chemical breakdown of food, absorb nutrients, eliminates solid waste: Select one: a. cardiovascular b. urinary c. endocrine d. reproductive e. digestive
e. digestive
In which quadrant of the abdominopelvic cavity is the stomach located? Select one: a. left lumbar b. hypogastric c. umbilical d. left iliac e. epigastric
e. epigastric
Question 3 Correct1.00 points out of 1.00 FlaggedRemove flag Question text The study of large body structures, visible to the naked eye, such as the heart is called ________ anatomy. Select one: a. developmental b. pathological c. cellular d. microscopic e. gross
e. gross
A structure that is composed of two or more tissue types that work together to perform specific functions for the body is a(n) ________. Select one: a. complex cell b. molecular aggregate c. organ system d. complex tissue e. organ
e. organ
What is the main, general purpose of negative feedback? Select one: a. to regulate excretion via the kidneys b. to control body movement c. to keep the body's blood sugar level high d. to regulate metabolism e. to maintain homeostasis
e. to maintain homeostasis