Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Coders: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

How does aging affect the muscular system?

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Decreased muscle mass, strength, and flexibility

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Increased muscle mass, strength, and flexibility

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No significant changes in muscle mass, strength, or flexibility

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Increased muscle mass and strength, but decreased flexibility

Question 2

In the respiratory system, where does oxygen move to and from?

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From the alveoli to the capillaries, and carbon dioxide from the capillaries to the alveoli

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From the capillaries to the alveoli, and carbon dioxide from the alveoli to the capillaries

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Both oxygen and carbon dioxide move from the alveoli to the capillaries

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Neither oxygen nor carbon dioxide diffuses across the respiratory membrane

Question 3

What is the English translation of the medical term 'Musculus trapezius'?

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Shoulder muscle

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Leg muscle

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Abdominal muscle

Question 4

How does the nervous system interact with endocrine glands to control hormone release?

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Neurotransmitters from the hypothalamus stimulate or block hormone secretion from the pituitary gland.

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Endorphins from the adrenal glands bind to nerve cell receptors.

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Hormones travel directly to nerve cells through the lymphatic system.

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Melatonin from the pineal gland directly inhibits growth hormone release from the pituitary gland.

Question 5

How does the skeletal system protect vital organs and structures in the body?

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Bones create cavities that house and protect vital organs.

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Bones form a hard outer shell around the body.

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Bones produce red blood cells that protect organs from infection.

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Bones release hormones that regulate organ function and protect against disease.

Question 6

Which of the following is **not** a primary function of the skeletal system?

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Regulates body temperature

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Provides structural support and protection for organs

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Facilitates movement in conjunction with the muscular system

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Stores minerals and fat

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of the skeletal system?

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Support and protect the body's organs

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Allow movement by attaching to muscles

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Produce blood cells

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Store minerals like calcium and phosphorus

Question 8

Which of the following pairs of bones are located in the lower leg?

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Tibia and fibula

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Radius and ulna

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Humerus and scapula

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Femur and patella

Question 9

Which bone in the human body is the longest?

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Femur

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Humerus

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Tibia

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Clavicle

Question 10

Which bone does NOT belong to the axial skeleton?

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Femur

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Skull

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Ribs

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Pelvis

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

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Blood production

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Support and protection of the body

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Movement

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Mineral storage

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a function of the circulatory system?

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Protecting against pathogens

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Transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells

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Eliminating waste products

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Aiding in body temperature regulation

Question 13

Which of the following is **not** a function of the skeletal system?

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Producing red blood cells

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Providing support and protection for the body

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Facilitating movement

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Storing minerals

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

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Producing blood cells

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Providing structural support and protection

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Facilitating movement

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Storing and releasing minerals

Question 15

What is the main purpose of the muscular system in humans?

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Enabling movement and maintaining posture

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Storing and releasing energy

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Regulating body temperature

Question 16

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

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Filtering and exchanging gases

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Regulating body temperature

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Processing and digesting nutrients

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Producing hormones and regulating metabolism

Question 17

Which of these bones belongs to the appendicular skeleton?

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Humerus

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Skull

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Ribs

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Vertebral column

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the human skeletal system?

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Producing blood cells

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Providing support and protection

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Enabling movement

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Storing minerals and energy

Question 19

Which body system is responsible for sending electrical signals to coordinate and control body functions?

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Nervous System

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Skeletal System

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Muscular System

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Circulatory System

Question 20

Which body tissue is responsible for carrying electrical signals?

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Nerve

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Bone

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Muscle

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Organs

Question 21

Which bone belongs to the appendicular skeleton?

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Femur

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Skull

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Ribs

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Vertebrae

Question 22

Which system in the human body is responsible for carrying oxygen and nutrients to cells?

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Circulatory System

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Skeletal System

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Nervous System

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Respiratory System

Question 23

Which body system is responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information throughout the body?

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Nervous System

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Skeletal System

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Muscular System

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Circulatory System

Question 24

Which of the following bones is classified as an appendicular bone?

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Humerus

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Skull

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Vertebrae

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Pelvis

Question 25

Which endocrine gland is responsible for regulating both metabolism and growth?

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Pituitary gland

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Thyroid gland

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Adrenal glands

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Pancreas

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skeletal system?

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Blood production

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Support and protection

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Movement

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Mineral storage

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skeletal system?

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Produces red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

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Provides structural support and protection for the body's organs and tissues.

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Facilitates movement by providing points of attachment for muscles.

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Serves as a reservoir for minerals, particularly calcium and phosphorus.

Question 28

Which bone in the human body has the greatest length?

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Femur

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Tibia

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Humerus

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Clavicle

Question 29

Smooth muscle is a type of muscle that operates autonomously. Which of the following is an example of smooth muscle?

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Smooth muscle lining the digestive tract

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Skeletal muscle

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Cardiac muscle

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Voluntary muscle

Question 30

Neurons are specialized cells that transmit electrical impulses. Which part of the neuron carries impulses away from the cell body?

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Axon

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Dendrites

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Soma

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Myelin sheath

Question 31

What is the circulatory system primarily responsible for?

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Transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body

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Regulating body temperature

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Fighting infection

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Lubricating joints

Question 32

Which organ is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and producing urine?

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Kidney

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Liver

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Pancreas

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Gallbladder

Question 33

In anatomical terminology, which position describes an individual lying face up?

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Supine

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Prone

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Lateral

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Trendelenburg

Question 34

In medical terminology, what term refers to the movement of a body part away from the body's midline?

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Abduction

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Adduction

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Flexion

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Extension

Question 35

What is the fundamental difference between a diagnosis code and a procedure code?

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Diagnosis codes describe symptoms, while procedure codes describe treatments.

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Procedure codes describe symptoms, while diagnosis codes describe treatments.

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Both diagnosis and procedure codes can describe symptoms and treatments.

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Diagnosis codes are used for injuries, while procedure codes are used for illnesses.

Question 36

Which of the following is the longest bone in the human body?

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Femur (thigh bone)

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Humerus (upper arm bone)

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Tibia (shin bone)

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Pelvis (hip bone)

Question 37

Which organ is primarily responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

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Heart

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Liver

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Kidney

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Brain

Question 38

Which group of muscles is responsible for bending the knee?

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Hamstrings (back of thigh)

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Quadriceps (front of thigh)

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Calves (back of lower leg)

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Triceps (back of upper arm)

Question 39

Which part of the neuron receives incoming electrical signals?

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Dendrite

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Axon

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Soma (cell body)

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Synapse (junction with another neuron)

Question 40

Which artery carries oxygenated blood to the brain and neck?

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Carotid artery

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Aorta (main artery from the heart)

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Brachial artery (artery in the arm)

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Renal artery (artery to the kidneys)

Question 41

Which anatomical plane divides the body into symmetrical right and left halves?

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Sagittal plane (divides into right and left)

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Frontal plane (divides into front and back)

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Transverse plane (divides into upper and lower)

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Oblique plane (any plane that is not frontal, transverse, or sagittal)

Question 42

Which bone forms the lower jaw?

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Mandible (lower jaw bone)

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Maxilla (upper jaw bone)

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Clavicle (collarbone)

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Scapula (shoulder blade)

Question 43

Which hormone is released by the pancreas to regulate blood sugar levels?

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Insulin

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Estrogen (female sex hormone)

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Thyroid hormone (regulates metabolism)

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Growth hormone (promotes growth)

Question 44

Which part of the brain is associated with conscious thought, language, and reasoning?

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Cerebrum (largest part of the brain)

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Cerebellum (coordinates movement)

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Medulla oblongata (controls vital functions)

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Hypothalamus (regulates body temperature and hunger)

Question 45

Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion, including rotation and side-to-side movement?

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Ball-and-socket joint (e.g., shoulder joint)

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Pivot joint (e.g., neck joint)

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Hinge joint (e.g., knee joint)

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Condyloid joint (e.g., wrist joint)

Question 46

Which bone is the longest in the human body?

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Femur

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Tibia

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Humerus

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Clavicle

Question 47

Which muscle group is responsible for extending the knee joint?

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Quadriceps

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Hamstrings

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Calves

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Gluteus Maximus

Question 48

Which major artery supplies oxygenated blood to the brain?

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Carotid Artery

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Aorta

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Pulmonary Artery

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Femoral Artery

Question 49

Which type of cell in the nervous system transmits electrical signals?

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Neuron

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Astrocyte

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Oligodendrocyte

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Microglia

Question 50

Which joint type offers the greatest freedom of movement?

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Ball-and-socket joint

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Hinge joint

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Pivot joint

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Saddle joint

Question 51

What is the primary purpose of the respiratory system?

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To facilitate gas exchange

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To maintain body temperature

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To filter blood

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To remove waste products

Question 52

What is the medical term for the body's response to injury or infection?

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Inflammation

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Infection

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Congestion

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Sepsis

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

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Producing red blood cells

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Providing support and protection

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Storing minerals

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Attaching muscles

Question 54

Which type of muscle controls involuntary movements, such as those of the heart and digestive system?

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Smooth muscle

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Skeletal muscle

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Cardiac muscle

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Voluntary muscle

Question 55

Which of the following is the primary function of the nervous system?

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Control and coordination of body functions

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Transport of substances throughout the body

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Protection against infection

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Delivery of oxygen to tissues

Question 56

Which blood vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

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Lymphatics

Question 57

Which of the following structures is NOT part of the respiratory system?

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Liver

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Lungs

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Trachea

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Nasal cavity

Question 58

Which organ is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and producing urine?

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Kidneys

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Liver

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Heart

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Stomach

Question 59

Which bone is located in the upper arm?

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Humerus

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Radius

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Ulna

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Femur

Question 60

Which type of neuron transmits sensory information from the body to the brain?

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Sensory neuron

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Motor neuron

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Interneuron

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Efferent neuron

Question 61

Which bone is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

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Femur

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Skull

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Ribs

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Clavicle

Question 62

Which type of muscle tissue allows for voluntary movement?

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Skeletal

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Smooth

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Cardiac

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Connective

Question 63

Which division of the nervous system controls involuntary actions like breathing and digestion?

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Autonomic nervous system

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Central nervous system

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Peripheral nervous system

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Sensory nervous system

Question 64

Which artery is responsible for supplying blood to the head and neck?

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Carotid artery

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Pulmonary artery

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Femoral artery

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Renal artery