Maders Understanding Human Anatomy And Physiology 10th Edition Longenbaker Test Bank
Chapter 1 Organization of the Body
1) Which term refers to the study of how an organ functions?
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Ecology
- Homeostasis
2) Observing the parts of the brain is a part of the study of
- homeostasis.
- physiology.
- anthropology.
- anatomy.
3) Which are examples of physiology? Choose all that apply.
- Trying to determine the processes that cause eczema
- Examining a tissue sample under a microscope to determine if cancer cells are present
- Determining how quickly an experimental drug is cleared from the blood
- Performing an electrocardiogram, which is a recording of electrical activity in the heart
4) Which are examples of anatomical properties of the stomach? Choose all that apply.
- J-shaped
- Secretes digestive juices
- Pouchlike
- Located between esophagus and small intestine
5) A group of similar cells performing a specialized function is referred to as a(n)
- tissue.
- organ.
- molecule.
- system.
6) Cells are to tissues as tissues are to
- systems.
- molecules.
- organs.
- organelles.
7) In the structural hierarchy of anatomy, macromolecules are more complex than organelles. 1 / 4
8) Arrange the following terms from the smallest to the largest: (1) cell, (2) organelle, (3) atom, (4) organ, (5) tissue.
A) 3, 2, 1, 5, 4
B) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
C) 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
D) 3, 1, 5, 4, 2
9) Which of the following does NOT describe the anatomical position?
- Standing erect
- Palms facing backward
- Face forward
- Toes pointing forward
10) Which of the following pairs are opposing terms?
- Superior/posterior
- Superior/inferior
- Anterior/inferior
- Superior/anterior
11) Which term refers to structures located toward the back?
- Inferior
- Lateral
- Posterior
- Peripheral
12) The heart is to the lungs.
- dorsal
- superior
- lateral
- medial
13) Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?
- Ventral - toward the front
- Ipsilateral - on opposite sides
- Deep - toward the surface
- Proximal - farther from the point of attachment
14) Which of the following is INCORRECT in describing the nose?
- It is superior to the mouth.
- It is medial to the eyes.
- It is on the dorsal aspect of the face.
- It is inferior to the forehead. 2 / 4
15) The hand is _ to the elbow.
- superior
- anterior
- proximal
- distal
16) The right hand and left foot are to each other.
- ipsilateral
- posterior
- contralateral
- superficial
17) The spinal cord is to the esophagus.
- anterior
- posterior
- ventral
- inferior
18) The foot is proximal to the knee.
19) The gallbladder and spleen are contralateral to each other.
20) Appendicular refers to the
- skull.
- thorax.
- legs and arms.
- skull and thorax.
21) The head is in which region?
- Cephalic
- Lumbar
- Brachial
- Pectoral
22) The arm is in which region?
- Cephalic
- Lumbar
- Brachial
- Pectoral
23) The lower back is which region?
- Cephalic
- Lumbar
- Brachial
- Pectoral
24) The foot is in which region? 3 / 4
- Pedal
- Lumbar
- Brachial
- Pectoral
25) The chest is which region?
- Cephalic
- Lumbar
- Brachial
- Pectoral
26) The region refers to the cheek.
- occipital
- buccal
- auricular
- mental
27) The thigh is which region?
- Femoral
- Crural
- Plantar
- Palmar
28) The front of the elbow is which regio Nn U?
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- Cubital
- Antecubital
- Brachial
- Antebrachial
29) The armpit is which region?
- Acromial
- Pectoral
- Mammary
- Axillary
30) Which of the following pairs of body regions is INCORRECT?
- Carpal - wrist
- Popliteal - back of knee
- Gluteal - buttocks
- Orbital - ear
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