A&P Lab Terminology / Body Systems

The anatomical term superior means ________. A closer to the front B closer to the feet C closer to the head D closer to the back

C

The brain and spinal cord are contained within the ________ body cavity. A ventral B pelvic C dorsal D thoracic

C

The liver, gallbladder, and portions of the large and small intestines are found in the ________. A lower right quadrant B lower left quadrant C upper right quadrant D upper left quadrant

C

Which organ system transports nutrients, metabolic wastes, gases, and defense cells? A muscular B respiratory C urinary D cardiovascular E digestive

D

Small intestine

Digestive system

All of the following are organs of the endocrine system, except A thyroid. B pituitary. C pancreas. D thymus. E muscle.

E

The thoracic cavity contains the A coelom. B pelvic cavity. C pericardial cavity. D pleural cavities. E pericardial and pleural cavities.

E

Carpal tunnel

Wrist

As compared to a midsagittal plane, a parasagittal plane divides the body into ________. A unequal left and right portions B anterior and posterior portions C equal left and right portions D superior and inferior portions

A

Clinicians divide the abdominopelvic region into four quadrants. Anatomists divide this region into _____________ smaller segments. A nine B seven C eight D six

A

Elimination of excess water, salts, and waste products are functions of the ________ system. A urinary B digestive C lymphatic D endocrine E respirator

A

How are the skeletal system and muscular system related or similar in function? A They both function in support within the human body. B They both produce heat. C They both function in blood formation. D The skeletal system provides mineral storage, while the muscular system functions in the absorption of minerals.

A

Protection from environmental hazards is a function of the ________ system. A integumentary B skeletal C skeletal and muscular D muscular E endocrine

A

The heart is contained within the ________ cavity, whereas the lungs are in the ________ cavities. A pericardial; pleural B peritoneal; pleural C thoracic; pericardial D mediastinum; pleural

A

The muscles are ________ to the skin. A deep B medial C superficial D posterior

A

Which of the following organs is not contained within the abdominal cavity? A ovary B pancreas C small intestine D stomach E spleen

A

Stomach

Abdominal cavity

The anatomical term superficial means ________. A farther from the surface B closer to the trunk C closer to the surface D farther from the trunk

C

Tarsal bone

Ankle

Brachial vein

Arm

Axillary artery

Armpit

An anatomy instructor tells a student that the muscle the student is looking for is in the brachial region. The student should examine which portion of the anatomical model? A forearm B arm C thigh D calf

B

The ________ system defends against disease and infection. muscular lymphatic integumentary skeletal

B

The ________ system is responsible for processing food and the absorption of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water. A integumentary B digestive C urinary D cardiovascular

B

The nose is ________ to the chin. A inferior B superior C intermediate D posterior

B

The ventral cavity consists of the ________ and ________ cavities. A mediastinum; pleural B thoracic; abdominopelvic C abdominal; pelvic D cranial; vertebral

B

This system provides nutrients for cells in all tissues and organ systems. A muscular B digestive C nervous D respiratory

B

Which of the following correctly describes anatomical position? A Lying supine, head and eye directed toward the ceiling, upper limbs at the sides with the palms facing posteriorly, lower limbs together with toes directly toward the ceiling. B Standing erect, head and eyes directed forward, upper limbs at the sides with palms facing anteriorly, lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly. C Standing erect, head bowed and eyes directed inferiorly (toward the ground), upper limbs raised above the head with palms facing anteriorly, lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly. D Lying prone, head and eyes directed forward, upper limbs at the sides with palms facing anteriorly, lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly.

B

Which of the following correctly describes anatomical position? A Standing erect, head bowed and eyes directed inferiorly (toward the ground), upper limbs raised above the head with palms facing anteriorly, lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly. B Standing erect, head and eyes directed forward, upper limbs at the sides with palms facing anteriorly, lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly. C Lying prone, head and eyes directed forward, upper limbs at the sides with palms facing anteriorly, lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly. D Lying supine, head and eye directed toward the ceiling, upper limbs at the sides with the palms facing posteriorly, lower limbs together with toes directly toward the ceiling.

B

Which of the following sections would least likely allow you to see at least one kidney? A Parasagittal B Midsagittal C Transverse (horizontal) D Frontal (coronal)

B

Which organ system functions to return tissue fluid to the bloodstream? A urinary system B lymphatic system C skeletal system D cardiovascular system

B

Which two organ systems are involved with circulation within the body? (Module 1.13A) A digestive and urinary systems B cardiovascular and lymphatic systems C respiratory and digestive systems D nervous and endocrine systems E cardiovascular and respiratory systems

B

________ serous membranes line the walls of cavities, whereas ________ serous membranes cover the surfaces of internal organs. A Pleural; visceral B Parietal; visceral C Pericardial; peritoneal D Visceral; parietal

B

________ serous membranes line the walls of cavities, whereas ________ serous membranes cover the surfaces of internal organs. A Visceral; parietal B Parietal; visceral C Pleural; visceral D Pericardial; peritoneal

B

The muscle known as the diaphragm separates the ________ from the ________. A pericardial sac; pericardial cavity B pericardial cavity; pleural cavity C thoracic cavity; abdominopelvic cavity D pleural cavity; mediastinum E abdominal cavity; pelvic cavity

C

The ventral body cavity contains all the following subdivisions except the A abdominal cavity B pelvic cavity C vertebral cavity D thoracic cavity

C

Which organ system provides support, protection of soft tissue, mineral storage, and blood formation? A nervous B endocrine C skeletal D integumentary E muscular

C

Your roommate says that he is experiencing sharp pains in the upper left quadrant of the abdominopelvic cavity. Organs involved could include the ________. A liver and gallbladder B appendix and urinary bladder C stomach and spleen D appendix and liver

C

Inferior

Closer to the feet

Anterior

Closer to the front

Superior

Closer to the head

Proximal

Closer to the trunk

Brain

Cranial cavity

All of the following are structures of the cardiovascular system, except A capillaries. B veins. C arteries. D the spleen. E the heart.

D

As compared to a midsagittal plane, a parasagittal plane divides the body into ________. A anterior and posterior portions B equal left and right portions C superior and inferior portions D unequal left and right portions

D

Identify the body cavities of the trunk. (Module 1.22B) A thoracic cavity (which contains the peritoneal, abdominal, and pelvic cavities) and the abdominopelvic cavity (consisting of the pleural and pericardial cavities) B superior cavity and inferior cavity C cranial cavity and the vertebral cavity D thoracic cavity (which contains the pleural and pericardial cavities) and the abdominopelvic cavity (consisting of the peritoneal, abdominal, and pelvic cavities) E anterior cavity (which contains the peritoneal cavity) and the posterior cavity (which contains the retroperitoneal cavity)

D

The cervical region is commonly referred to as the ________. A hand B shoulder C arm D neck

D

The heart is an example of a(n) A tissue. B cell. C extracellular fluid. D organ. E organ system.

D

The knee is ________ to the ankle. A distal B lateral C ipsilateral D proximal

D

The right pleural cavity contains the A trachea. B heart. C left lung and right lung. D right lung. E left lung.

D

What is one of the major functions of the lymphatic system? A internal transport of nutrients, waste, and gases B mineral storage C directing immediate responses to stimuli D defense against infection and disease

D

Which of the following sections would least likely allow you to see at least one kidney? A Transverse (horizontal) B Frontal (coronal) C Parasagittal D Midsagittal

D

Which one of the following is not a characteristic of the endocrine system? A It releases chemicals that affect other organs or tissues. B It produces an effect that involves several organs or tissues at the same time. C It is important in regulating organs and tissues. D It produces a more rapid response than the nervous system. E It produces effects that last for days or longer.

D

Adrenal (suprarenal) glands

Endocrine system

The diaphragm separates the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities. True False

False

The locations of body structures are described with reference to the universally accepted position of the human body. This position is referred to as the standard body position. True False

False

Lateral

Farther from the midline

Distal

Farther from the trunk

Uterus

Female reproductive system

Inguinal canal

Groin

Prostate gland

Male reproductive system

Brain

Nervous system

Urinary bladder

Pelvic cavity

Heart

Pericardial cavity

Lung

Pleural cavity

Trachea

Respiratory system

Femoral nerve

Thigh

Kidney

Urinary system

Spinal cord

Vertebral cavity