Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

Question 1

In homeostasis, which element is essential for preserving a steady internal environment?

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Negative feedback loops

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Positive feedback loops

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Random variations

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External stimuli

Question 2

In the study of human anatomy and physiology, which of the following is NOT a level of organization within the human body?

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Ecosystem

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Organism

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Tissue

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Cell

Question 3

What is the standard anatomical position?

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Standing, facing forward, arms at sides, palms forward

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Sitting, facing forward, arms at sides, palms up

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Lying down, facing up, arms at sides, palms down

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Kneeling, facing forward, arms at sides, palms together

Question 4

Which level of organization involves cells collaborating to carry out a specific function?

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Tissue

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Chemical

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Organ

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System

Question 5

Which anatomical plane divides the body into front and back halves and is perpendicular to the sagittal and transverse planes?

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Frontal plane

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Sagittal plane

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Transverse plane

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Oblique plane

Question 6

In medical practice, the anatomical position is a standardized posture used to describe the human body. Which of the following best describes the correct anatomical position?

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Standing upright, facing forward, with arms hanging at the sides and slightly turned outward, palms facing forward.

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Sitting with legs extended, feet flat on the floor, arms at the sides, palms facing up.

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Lying supine with arms extended above the head, palms facing each other.

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Kneeling on the floor with arms resting on thighs, palms facing down.

Question 7

Which component is NOT a level of organization in the human body's hierarchical structure?

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Molecule

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Cell

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Tissue

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Organ

Question 8

What is the best definition of anatomy?

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The study of the structure and form of living organisms.

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The study of the function of living organisms.

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The study of the microscopic components of living organisms.

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The combination of anatomy and physiology.

Question 9

In the context of human anatomy, which of the following is NOT a level of organization?

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Organism

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Cells

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Tissues

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Organ Systems

Question 10

Which body cavity contains the brain and central nervous system?

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Cranial cavity

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Thoracic cavity

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Abdominal cavity

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Pelvic cavity

Question 11

In the anatomical position, how should the arms be positioned at the sides?

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Palms facing forward

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Palms facing backward

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Palms facing upward

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Palms facing downward

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a level of structural organization in the human body?

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Molecules

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Cells

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Organs

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Tissues

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a factor that the body regulates to maintain homeostasis?

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Muscle mass

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Body temperature

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Blood pressure

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Blood pH

Question 14

What is the definition of homeostasis?

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The body's ability to keep a stable internal environment despite changes outside the body

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The process of adapting to the environment

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A state of balance

Question 15

When the body experiences negative feedback, what happens?

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The body reacts to a change by reversing the change.

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The body reacts to a change by making the change worse.

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The body reacts to a change by making the change bigger.

Question 16

Within the hierarchical organization of the human body, which level is excluded?

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Atom

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Cell

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Organ

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Organ system

Question 17

In the standard anatomical position, how should a person be positioned?

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Standing upright, facing forward, with arms at their sides and palms facing forward.

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Sitting in a chair, facing forward, with arms at their sides and palms facing forward.

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Standing upright, facing backward, with arms at their sides and palms facing forward.

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Lying down, facing upward, with arms at their sides and palms facing forward.

Question 18

In medical terminology, what is a root word?

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The core part of a word that holds its main meaning

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A suffix that adds extra meaning to a word

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A prefix that changes a word's meaning when added to the start

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A combining form that joins two words into a new one

Question 19

In the anatomical position, how should the body be positioned?

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Standing, facing forward, arms at sides, palms facing forward

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Standing, facing forward, arms behind you, palms facing backward

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Sitting, facing forward, arms crossed, hands on shoulders

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Lying down, facing upward, arms at sides, palms facing upward

Question 20

Which body system is responsible for carrying oxygen and essential nutrients to all cells, while also removing waste products?

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Cardiovascular system

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Integumentary system

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Skeletal system

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Muscular system

Question 21

In the anatomical position, the subject is standing upright, facing forward with their arms hanging at their sides, and their palms facing forward. Is this statement true or false?

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True

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False

Question 22

Which body cavity contains the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels?

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Thoracic cavity

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Cranial cavity

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Abdominal cavity

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Pelvic cavity

Question 23

Which field of study combines the examination of the human body's structure and its physiological processes, analyzing both macroscopic and microscopic aspects?

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Anatomy and Physiology

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Anatomy

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Physiology

Question 24

Which level of organization in the human body consists of organs working together to perform a specific function?

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Organ System

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Chemical

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Tissue

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Emotion

Question 25

Which body system regulates chemical interactions, controls metabolism, and influences growth and development?

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Endocrine system

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Integumentary system

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Skeletal system

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Muscular system

Question 26

Which field of study focuses on both the structure and function of the human body?

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Anatomy and Physiology

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Biology

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Anatomy

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Physiology

Question 27

Define homeostasis and explain its critical role in maintaining optimal bodily function.

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Homeostasis is the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes, ensuring optimal function and survival.

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Homeostasis refers to the process of energy production in the body through the breakdown of nutrients.

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Homeostasis involves the movement of substances from areas of high concentration to low concentration.

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Homeostasis is the body's response to injury or infection.

Question 28

What is the best definition of homeostasis?

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The body's ability to keep a steady internal environment even when the outside world changes.

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The body's way of turning food into energy.

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The scientific study of the human body's structure and function.

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The body's way of fighting off infections and diseases.

Question 29

In the medical field, anatomy primarily focuses on which aspect of the body?

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The physical structure and arrangement of body parts

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The complex functions of various organs and systems

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The chemical reactions within cells and tissues

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The genetic basis for inherited traits and disorders

Question 30

Within the medical field, anatomy primarily focuses on:

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Examining the structure and organization of the human body

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Investigating the functions of various body parts

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Determining the chemical composition of bodily fluids

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Diagnosing and treating medical conditions

Question 31

Which system is responsible for coordinating bodily functions, including responses to stimuli, movement, and hormone secretion?

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Nervous System

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Integumentary System

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Skeletal System

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Muscular System

Question 32

Which sequence correctly represents the levels of structural organization in the human body, from the smallest to the largest?

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Chemical → Cellular → Tissue → Organ → System → Organismal

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Organismal → System → Organ → Tissue → Cellular → Chemical

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Cellular → Chemical → Tissue → Organ → System → Organismal

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Tissue → Organ → System → Organismal → Cellular → Chemical

Question 33

What is the best definition of homeostasis?

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The body's ability to keep a steady internal environment despite changes outside

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The process of getting nutrients into the body

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The study of body structure and function

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The breaking down of glucose for energy

Question 34

In eukaryotic cells, the nucleus is the central hub for cellular activities. What is the primary function of the nucleus?

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Information center, housing genetic material and directing protein synthesis

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Energy production through cellular respiration

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Transporting materials across the cell membrane

Question 35

Define anatomy and physiology, explaining how these interconnected disciplines contribute to our understanding of the human body's structure and function.

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Anatomy studies the body's structure, while physiology examines how these structures work together to maintain life.

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Anatomy focuses on the body's structure, while physiology centers on the functioning of individual cells.

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Anatomy and physiology are interchangeable terms that encompass the comprehensive study of the human body.

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Physiology is concerned with the body's structure, while anatomy examines its functioning at various levels of organization.

Question 36

In a cell, which structure is responsible for protein production?

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Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

Question 37

During blood clotting, which factor converts prothrombin into thrombin?

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Factor X

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Factor VII

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Factor XII

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Factor XIII

Question 38

Which medical imaging technique uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body?

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MRI

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X-ray

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CT scan

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Ultrasound

Question 39

Question:

What is genetic inheritance? Explain how genes and inheritance patterns shape our traits and disease risks.

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Genetic inheritance is the passing of genetic material from parents to offspring. Genes, found on chromosomes, carry instructions for our development and physiology.

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Inheritance patterns, like dominant-recessive inheritance, govern how traits are passed down, affecting their expression in future generations.

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Genetic inheritance alone determines our traits, with no influence from the environment.

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Genes do not influence our susceptibility to diseases.

Question 40

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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To regulate the movement of substances into and out of the cell

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To synthesize proteins

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To contain the cell's genetic material

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To generate energy

Question 41

Which of the following is the primary fluid component of the extracellular compartment?

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Interstitial fluid

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Blood plasma

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Lymph

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Cerebrospinal fluid

Question 42

What is the primary role of the respiratory system?

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To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and the air

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To defend the body against infection

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To regulate body temperature

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To produce hormones

Question 43

What is the main function of the skeletal system?

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Support and protection

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Movement

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Blood cell production

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Mineral storage

Question 44

What is the function of the endocrine system?

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To regulate body functions by secreting hormones

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To defend the body against infection

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To transport substances throughout the body

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To digest food

Question 45

What is the fundamental unit of the nervous system called?

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Neuron

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Synapse

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Neurotransmitter

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Glial cell

Question 46

Which of the following accurately describes the opposing effects of the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system on organ systems and bodily functions?

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Sympathetic: Increases heart rate, dilates pupils, constricts blood vessels; Parasympathetic: Decreases heart rate, constricts pupils, dilates blood vessels

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Sympathetic: Increases digestive secretions; Parasympathetic: Inhibits digestive secretions

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Sympathetic: Decreases blood pressure; Parasympathetic: Increases blood pressure

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Sympathetic: Constricts pupils; Parasympathetic: Dilates pupils

Question 47

Which part of a neuron carries electrical signals?

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Axon

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Cell body

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Dendrite

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Nucleus

Question 48

Question: How do the nervous and endocrine systems collaborate to maintain homeostasis during exercise?

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The nervous system detects changes during exercise and signals the endocrine system to release hormones that adjust metabolism, heart rate, and breathing.

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The endocrine system releases hormones that stimulate the nervous system to increase activity in muscles and organs.

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The nervous and endocrine systems do not interact in maintaining homeostasis during exercise.

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The endocrine system detects changes in hormone levels and signals the nervous system to adjust its activity.

Question 49

Which of the following is recognized as the fundamental unit of life?

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Cell

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Molecule

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Organelle

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Atom

Question 50

Homeostasis refers to the body's ability to:

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Maintain a stable internal environment

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Respond to external stimuli

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Synthesize essential biomolecules

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Regenerate damaged tissues

Question 51

The organ system primarily responsible for the breakdown and absorption of food is the:

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Digestive system

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Circulatory system

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Respiratory system

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Nervous system

Question 52

The basic functional unit of the nervous system is the:

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Neuron

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Neuroglia

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Synapse

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Axon

Question 53

Which of the following is not a recognized type of biological tissue?

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Skeletal

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Epithelial

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Connective

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Muscle

Question 54

The exchange of gases between the blood and the external environment occurs in the:

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Lungs

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Heart

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Kidneys

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Stomach

Question 55

The bone located in the upper arm is the:

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Humerus

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Radius

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Ulna

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Femur

Question 56

What is the main function of the endocrine system?

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Maintaining the body's internal balance

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Providing support and protection

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Transporting substances through the body

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Fighting off infections

Question 57

Which suffix is commonly used in medical terms to indicate a surgical removal?

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-ectomy

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cardio-

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hepat-

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gastro-

Question 58

Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between nutrition and metabolism?

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Macronutrients, consumed in substantial quantities, serve as the body's primary source of energy.

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Micronutrients, despite being required in smaller amounts, are the body's primary energy source.

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Macronutrients and micronutrients are equally necessary for the body, both in terms of quantity and function.

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Neither macronutrients nor micronutrients are essential for metabolic processes.

Question 59

Arrange the following levels of organization of the human body from the smallest to most complex: cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organism.

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Cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organism

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Tissues, cells, organs, organ systems, organism

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Organs, tissues, cells, organ systems, organism

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Organ systems, organs, tissues, cells, organism

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary tissue types in the human body?

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Nerve

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Epithelial

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Connective

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Muscle

Question 61

From the smallest to the largest, what is the correct order of structural organization in the human body?

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Cell → Tissue → Organ → Organ System → Organism

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Organism → Organ System → Organ → Tissue → Cell

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Tissue → Organ → Organ System → Cell → Organism

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Organ → Tissue → Cell → Organ System → Organism

Question 62

Which ethical and legal principle is essential for medical assistants when handling patient information?

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Maintain confidentiality

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Share information openly with coworkers

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Disclose information to family without patient consent

Question 63

How do the endocrine and nervous systems work together to control blood sugar levels?

Accepted Answer

The nervous system signals the endocrine system to release insulin when blood sugar levels are high.

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Hormones from the nervous system directly lower blood sugar levels.

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The endocrine system releases hormones that tell the nervous system to lower blood sugar levels.

Question 64

The proper order of structural organization, from smallest unit to largest in the human body, is:

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Chemicals → Cells → Tissues → Organs → Organ Systems → Organism

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Cells → Chemicals → Organs → Tissues → Organ Systems

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Organs → Organ Systems → Cells → Chemicals → Tissues