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1
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Eustachian tubes:

A-equalizes the pressure between the inner and the middle ear
B-equalizes the pressure between outside and the inner ear
C-equalizes the pressure between outside and the middle ear
D-increases the pressure between the outside and the middle ear

A

C-equalizes the pressure between outside and the middle ear

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Cerumen helps prevent foreign substances from reaching the

A-eardrum
B-auditory canal
C-cochlea
D-tympanic membrane

A

A-eardrum

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Which of the following part of the brain interprets visual impulses

A-parietal lobe
B-temporal lobe
C-occipital lobe
D-frontal lobe

A

C-occipital lobe

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Which of the following is a characteristic of cones

A-all of these
B-provide sharp images and fine detail
C-contain the receptors 4 color vision
D-r located primarily in the fovea centralis

A

A-all of these

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5
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Which of the following allows the eye 2 adapt 2 dim light

A-rhodopsin
B-vitreous humor
C-aqueous humor
D-accommendation

A

A-rhodopsin

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Refraction is the bending of light rays so that they can b focused on the

A-choroid
B-iris
C-retina
D-sclera

A

C-retina

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What is the name of the white spot in the eye where the optic nerve leaves the eye

A-macula lutea
B-sclera
C-pupil
D-optic disk

A

D-optic disk

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What happens when the ciliary muscle contracts

A-lens contracts 4 distance vision
B-lens bulges 4 close vision
C-lens becomes flat
D-pupil dialates

A

B-lens bulges 4 close vision

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Which of the following is not a function of tears

A-moisten and cleanse the eye
B-lubricate the eye
C-destroy bacteria
D-prevents foreign objects from entering the eye

A

D-prevents foreign objects from entering the eye

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10
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What condition results w/inflammation of a sebaceous gland associated w/the eyelashes

A-stye
B-boil
C-conjunctivitis
D-blepharitis

A

A-stye

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The olfactory cortex

A- interprets taste sensations
B-none of these
C-interprets smell sensations
D-interprets touch sensations

A

C- interprets smell sensations

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12
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Which of the following is NOT a taste sensation

A-pungent
B-sweet
C-salty
D-bitter

A

A-pungent

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13
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What stimulates that receptors that determine taste

A-pressure of food on the tongue
B-chemicals in foods
C-swallowing
D-chewing

A

B-chemicals in foods

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Taste buds r the

A-organs of smell
B-organs of touch
C-organs of taste
D-organs of sight

A

C-organs of taste

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15
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What stimulates a nociceptor

A-tickling
B-tissue damage
C-touch
D-none of these

A

B-tissue damage

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16
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What happens several minutes after a heating pas has been applied 2 an individual’s skin

A-it feels cold
B-it no longer feels warm
C-it feels the same
D-it starts 2 feel hotter

A

B-it no longer feels warm

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17
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Extreme temperatures stimulate

A-heat receptors
B-pressure receptors
C-pain receptors
D-cold receptors

A

C-pain receptors

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18
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Where r thermoreceptors most numerous

A-eyes
B-lips
C-back
D-feet

A

B-lips

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The sense of position or orientation is known as

A-equilibrium
B-proprioception
C-placement
D-global positioning

A

B-proprioception

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20
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Pacinian corpuscles r stimulated by

A-light pressure
B-heavy pressure
C-cold
D-warmth

A

B-heavy pressure

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21
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Sensory adaptation is

A-none of these
B-maintained sensitivity 2 a continued stimulus
C-increased sensitivity 2 a continued stimulus
D-decreased sensitivity 2 a continued stimulus

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D-decrease sensitivity 2 a continued stimulus

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22
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Which of the following is an example of a sense receptor

A-thermoreceptors
B-chemoreceptors
C-mechanoreceptors
D-all of these

A

D-all of these

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23
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What is the name given 2 the pointed end of the heart

A-apex
B-septum
C-crown
D-tapered
E-base
A

A-apex

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What is the name of the loose fitting sac that encloses the heart

A-pericardium
B-peritoneum
C-pleura
D-intracardium
E-endocardium
A

A-pericardium

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What is another name 4 the epicardium

A-parietal pericardium
B-hypomyocardium
C-pericardial cavity 
D-fiberous pericardium
E-visceral pericardium
A

E-visceral pericardium

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of the myocardium

A-serves as the “pump” 4 the circulatory system
B-forms the valves of the heart
C-provides the force needed 2 eject blood from the heart
D-composed of cardiac muscle tissue
E-forms the bulk of the wall

A

B-forms the valves of the heart

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27
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Which of the following heart chambers receives deoxygenated blood from the body

A-left atrium 
B-both left and right atria
C-left ventricle 
D-right ventricle
E-right atrium
A

E-right atrium

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The superior vena cava returns blood 2 the heart from the

A-abdomen
B-legs
C-head
D-lower extreminites
E-thorax
A

C-head

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29
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What is the partian that separates the right and left ventricles

A-aortic arch
B-interventricular septum
C-foramen ovale
D-fossa ovalis
E-interatrial septum
A

B-interventricular septum

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30
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What is the name of the valve located between the right atria and the right ventricle

A-aortic semilunar valve
B-bicuspid valve
C-mitral valve
D-pulmonary semilunar valve
E-tricuspid valve
A

E-tricuspid valve

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the sinoatrial node

A-sends a signal 2 atria 2 contract
B-initiates an impulse 4-5 times/minute
C-known as the "pacemaker" of the heart
D-located in the right atrium
E-initiates impulses w/out neural stimulation
A

B-initiates an impulse 4-5 times/minute

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Y is the heart’s impulse delayed at the atrioventricular node

A-gives the atria time 2 empty in2 the ventricles
B-gives the atria enough time 2 fill w/blood
C-gives the ventricles time 2 push the blood out
D-gives the ventricles enough time 2 contract
E-allows the entire heart time 2 rest

A

A-gives the atria time 2 empty in2 the ventricles

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33
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1 complete heartbeat is known as a/an

A-ventricular contraction
B-cardiac cycle
C-sinus rhythm
D-conduction
E-ECG cycle
A

B-cardiac cycle

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34
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Heart murmurs r caused by

A-faulty heart valves
B-blood clots
C-build up of cholesterol on the walls of the coronary arteries
D-all of these
E-snoring
F-none of these
A

A-faulty heart valves

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35
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How much blood is in the body of an adult male

A-4-5 liters
B-3-4 liters
C-5-6 liters
D-2-3 liters
E-10-12 liters
A

C-5-6 liters

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36
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What percentage of the blood is made up of plasma

A-55%
B-45%
C-65%
D-35%
E-25%
A

A-55%

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37
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What is the name of the stem cell from which blood cells develop

A-hemocytoblast
B-erythroclast
C-myoglobin
D-fibrinogen
E-hemoglobin
A

A-hemocytoblast

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38
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What is the function of erythropoietin

A-stimulates thrombocyte
B-stimulates leukocyte production
C-destroys worn-out blood cells
D-stimulates erythrocyte production
E-destroys fibrinogen
A

D-stimulates erythrocyte production

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39
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What is the lifespan of a RBC

A-120 days
B-1 year
C-60 days
D-30 days
E-12 days
A

A-120 days

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40
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What is the function of leukocytes

A-transport carbon dioxide 
B-carries hormones from endocrine glands 2 target tissues
C-defend the body against disease
D-transport nutrients 2 the cells
E-initiate the clotting mechanisms
A

C-defend the body against disease

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41
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What is the term 4 the stoppage of bleeding

A-hemolysis
B-anticoagulants
C-homeostasis
D-fibrinolysis
E-hemostasis
A

E-hemostasis

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42
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What antigens r present in an individual w/type AB- blood

A-B antigen
B-A and B antigens
C-A, B and Rh antigens
D-no antigens
E-Rh antigen
A

B-A and B antigens

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43
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What antibodies r present in an individual w/type A+ blood

A-A antibodies
B-B antibodies
C-B and Rh antibodies
D-A and B antibodies
E-no antibodies
A

B-B antibodies

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44
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Microscopic arteries r known as

A-capillaries
B-coronary
C-arteries
D-veins
E-arterioles
A

E-arterioles

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45
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Which of the following carries blood towards the heart

A-veins
B-arteries
C-all of these
D-arterioles
E-capillaries
A

A-veins

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46
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Which of the following changes may take place as an individual ages

A-thickening of the valves in the heart
B-left ventricle becomes slightly smaller
C-dysrhythmias r more frequent
D-arteriosclerosis
E-all of these
A

E-all of these

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47
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Which of the following increases during an allergic reaction

A-neutrophils 
B-basophils
C-eosinophils
D-lymphocytes
E-monocytes
A

C-eosinophils

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48
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The exchange of gases between the blood and tissue cells is known as

A-exhalation
B-external exhalation
C-inhalation
D-external respiration
E-internal respiration
A

E-internal respiration

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49
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Which of the following make(s) up the lower respiratory tract

A-all of these
B-lungs
C-bronchial tree
D-alveoli
E-trachea
A

A-all of these

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50
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The Eustachian tubes

A-drain cerumen
B-equalize the pressure in the middle ear
C-equalize the pressure in the thorax
D-produce cerumen
E-equalize the pressure in the nasal cavities

A

B-equalize the pressure in the middle ear

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51
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Which of the following prevents food and water from entering the trachea

A-epiglottis
B-false vocal cords
C-uvula
D-glottis
E-cricoid cartilage
A

A-epiglottis

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52
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The vestibular folds r commonly called

A-uvula
B-false vocal cords
C-epiglottis
D-true vocal cords
E-Adam's apple
A

B-false vocal cords

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53
Q

The nose, pharynx and the larynx make up the

A-digestive system
B-lower respiratory tract
C-upper respiratory tract
D-respiratory system
E-nasopharynx
A

C-upper respiratory tract

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54
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Where is the division between the upper and lower respiratory tracts

A-the nasal cavity
B-the mouth
C-the corina
D-the neck
D-
A

D-the neck

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55
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What divides the nose in2 a right and left side

A-nasal septum
B-uvula
C-nasopharynx
D-Adam's apple
E-fauces
A

A-nasal septum

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56
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What separates the nasal cavity from the oral cavity

A-nasal septum
B-uvula
C-none of these
D-nasopharynx
E-palates
A

E-palates

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57
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the right lung

A-is long and narrow
B-contains the cardiac natch
C-holds less air
D-divided in2 2 lobes
E-divided in2 3 lobes
A

E-divided in2 3 lobes

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58
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What is the medical term 4 the throat

A-epiglottis
B-uvula
C-trachea
D-larynx
E-pharynx
A

E-pharynx

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59
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What region of the pharynx is posterior 2 the nasal cavity and extends 2 the uvula

A-oralpharynx
B-trachea
C-nasopharynx
D-pharynx

A

C-nasopharynx

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60
Q

What is the medical term 4 the voice box

A-pharynx
B-vestibular folds
C-cornia
D-larynx

A

D-larynx

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61
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What portion of the larynx forms a projection in the neck commonly reffered 2 as the “Adam’s apple”

A-trachea
B-cricoid cartilage
C-epiglottis
D-thyroid cartilage

A

D-thyroid cartilage

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62
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What is the name of the long, leaf-shaped structure that covers the opening of the larynx during swallowing

A-fauces
B-vestibular folds
C-glottis
D-epiglottis
E-uvula
A

D-epiglottis

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63
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What is the name of the opening between the true vocal cords and leading 2 the trachea

A-esopharynx
B-oropharynx
C-uvula
D-palate
E-glottis
A

E-glottis

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64
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What is the name of the smallest tubes in the lungs

A-bronchial tree
B-bronchioles
C-Eustachian tubes
D-secondary bronchi
E-trachea
A

B-bronchioles

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65
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What muscle lies directly below the lungs

A-rectus abdominis
B-diaphragm
C-external intercostal
D-external obliques
E-none of these
A

B-diaphragm

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66
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The respiratory center is located in the

A-hypothalamus
B-Wernicke's area
C-cerebellum
D-occipital lobe
E-pons and medulla of the brain stem
A

E-pons and medulla of the brain stem

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67
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Where does gas exchange take place in the lungs

A-trachea
B-alveoli
C-bronchioles
D-pleura
E-peritoneum
A

B-alveoli

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68
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What is the name of the double-layered serous membrane that encloses the lungs

A-pleura
B-serous membrane
C-mediastinum
D-peritoneum 
E-pericardium
A

A-pleura

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69
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What is the membrane that lines the wall of the thorax

A-plasma membrane
B-parietal pleura
C-serous membrane
D-viseral pleura

A

B-parietal pleura

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70
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Pulmonary ventilation is simply known as

A-exhalation
B-inhalation
C-cellular metabolism
D-breathing
E-internal respiration
A

D-breathing

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71
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Which of the following propels mucus toward the pharynx

A-cilia
B-Eustachian tubes
C-goblet cells
D-vestibular folds
E-flagella
A

A-cilia

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72
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The respiratory center in the brain sends impulses along the phrenic nerve 2 the

A-bronchial tree
B-pleura
C-peritoneum
D-bronchioles 
E-diaphragm
A

E-diaphragm

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73
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The functions of the female reproductive system r 2 _________
Female sex cells, _________ ova 2 fertilization site, provide favorable __________c4 developing ____________, move offspring 2 outside at end of development period, and 2 ____________ female sex hormones.

A 
Produce
Transport
Environment
Offspring
Produce
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74
Q

The primary organ in the female is the ___________

A

Ovaries

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75
Q

The ovaries r not connected 2 the ovarian tubes, they r held in place by the _____________

A

Peritoneal ligaments

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76
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The _________ __________ is the dense connective tissue capsule under the epithelium of the ovaries

A

Tunica albuginea

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77
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The __________ is the female germ cell contained in each folicle

A

Oocyte

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78
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The outer area of the ovary that contains the ovarian follicles and the oocyte is called the _________

A

Cortex

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79
Q

The ovaries contain about ___________ primary oocytes at birth

A

700,000

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80
Q

By puberty the number of primary oocytes has declined 2 _________

A

400,000

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81
Q

What type of division occurs when the oogonium becomes a primary oocyte

A

Mitosis

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82
Q

How many pairs of chromosomes does the primary oocyte contain

A

23

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83
Q

How many secondary oocytes r formed each month

A

1

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84
Q

When is the 2nd meiotic division completed

A

After fertilization

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85
Q

Ovarian follicle consists of a developing __________

A

Oocyte

86
Q

What hormones stimulate the follicle 2 develop

A

FSH

87
Q

The functions of the primary follicles is 2 support the developing ___________

A

Oocyte

88
Q

Graafian follicle is a __________ follicle at the surface of the ovary

A

Mature

89
Q

The ________ _________secretes progesterone and estrogen

A

Corpus luteum

90
Q

If fertilization occurs the corpus persists and it will continue to secrete __________ until the placenta develops 2 create necessary hormones

A

Hormones

91
Q

The funnel-shaped portion and the end of the uterine tube is referred 2 as the ________________

A

Infundibulum

92
Q

The infundibulum is surrounded by fingerlike extensions called ____________

A

Fimbriae

93
Q

The oocyte enters _________ cavity b4 it enters the uterine tube

A

Peritoneal

94
Q

The journey through Fallopian tube takes about _____ days

A

7

95
Q

The oocyte is fertile 4 only _______ hours

A

24-48

96
Q

The muscular organ that receives the fertilized oocyte is the ___________

A

Uterus

97
Q

Upper bulging surface of uterus

A

Fundus

98
Q

Large main portion of the uterus

A

Body

99
Q

Lower narrow region of the uterus

A

Cervix

100
Q

Opening of the uterus between that projects in2 the vagina

A

Cervix

101
Q

Opening of the uterus between body and surface

A

Internal os

102
Q

Opening of the uterus from the cervix in2 the vagina

A

External so

103
Q

Holds uterus in place

A

Broad ligament

104
Q

Part of the uterus: outer serous layer

A

Perimetrium

105
Q

Part of the uterus: makes up the bulk of the uterine wall

A

Myometrium

106
Q

Part of the uterus: consists of a mucus membrane

A

Endometrium

107
Q

Part of the uterus: portion sluffed off during menstruation

A

Stratum functionale

108
Q

Part of the uterus: provides materials 2 rebuild stratum functionale after menstruation

A

Stratum basale

109
Q

The fibromuscular tube that serves 2 accomendate erect penis and permit passage of a baby is the

A

Vagina

110
Q

The female external genitalia consists of the ___________ _________ , the ______ ________ , which is a rounded elevation of fat that overlies the pubic symphysis, the ________ ________ which r 2 small folds of skin medial 2 the labia majora and the ____________ which is the area between the 2 labia minora

A

Labia majora
Mons pubis
Labia minora
Vestibule

111
Q

The __________ small mass of erectile tissue located at anterior end of vestibule

A

Clitoris

112
Q

The _________ is a fold of skin that covers the clitoris

A

Prepuce

113
Q

The __________ __________ glands produce a mucouslike secretion that provides lubrication during sexual intercourse

A

Greater vestibular

114
Q

Following a monthly cyclic patterns (ovarian cycle and uterine(menstrual)cycle) the ovaries secrete __________ and __________

A

Estrogen and progesterone

115
Q

During puberty, a girl experiences her 1st ___________ period. In addition, her _________ begins to enlarge, she develops _________ and public hair, and she also experiences_____________ changes associated w/increased _________ levels

A 
Menstrual
Breasts
Axillary
Emotional
Estrogen
116
Q

During the ovarian cycle what hormone stimulates growth of ovarian follicles and stimulates estrogen production by follicle cells

A

FSH

117
Q

What pituitary hormone is triggered by high levels of estrogen

A

LH

118
Q

What 2 glands r involved in the ovarian cycle

A

Anterior pituitary and ovary

119
Q

During the ___________ __________ , the outer layer of the endometrium enlarges 2 provide support 4 the fertilized ovum and it is shed as menstrual bleeding if fertilization does not occur

A

Menstrual/Uterine Cycle

120
Q

During the uterine cycle, on what day do the highest levels of FSH and LH occur in the blood

A

Day 14

121
Q

Which ovarian hormone is at it’s highest level just b4 ovulation

A

Estrogen

122
Q

Cessation of the female reproductive cycle is called

A

Menopause

123
Q

The functions of the reproductive system is 2 ___________ egg and sperm cells, ___________ and sustain egg and sperm cells, __________ developing offspring and 2 produce hormones

A

Produce
Transport
Nurture

124
Q

_____________ r the primary reproductive organs (in men)

A

Gonads

125
Q

The ducts, prostate gland and the penis r considered ___________ reproductive organs in the male

A

Secondary

126
Q

Under the influence of the _________ chromosomes in uterus, the gonads of a male fetus start 2 develop in2 testes at about the 7th week of gestation

A

Y

127
Q

The pouch of skin and subcutaneous tissue that contains the testes is called the ____________

A

Scrotum

128
Q

The ____________ muscle in the spermatic cord can contract 2 pull the testes closer 2 the body

A

Cremaster

129
Q

The tightly coiled tubules located in the lobules is called the _______________ _____________

A

Seminiferous tubules

130
Q

_________________ r immature cells that remain dormant until puberty

A

Spermatogonia

131
Q

How many chromosomes r found in the secondary spermatocytes after the 1st meiotic division

A

23

132
Q

What part of the sperm contains enzymes 2 help sperm penetrate female gamete

A

Acrosome

133
Q

What is the name of the last stage in which spermatids become mature spermatozoa or sperm

A

Spermiogensis

134
Q

Which section of the sperm cell contains the chromosomes

A

Head

135
Q

Which part of the sperm cell contains mitochondria that provide adenosine triphosphate (energy) 4 the sperm

A

Midpiece

136
Q

Which part of the sperm contains the flagellum

A

Tail

137
Q

Where do sperm undergo final maturation

A

Epididymis

138
Q

The entire sperm production process takes how many days

A

74

139
Q

After ejaculation 4 how many hours can sperm live in the female reproductive tract

A

48

140
Q

Sperm production continues throughout the life of a male but the number of sperm produced tends 2 ___________ w/age

A

Decline

141
Q

The __________ _________ transports sperm from the epididymis 2 the ejaculatory duct

A

Ductus deferens

142
Q

The ____________ duct empties sperm and fluid from seminal vesicles in2 the urethra

A

Ejaculatory

143
Q

The male urethra has 3 regions; the __________ urethra which is the portion that passes through prostate gland, the __________ urethra which is a short region that passes through the pelvic floor and the ___________ urethra (aka:penile urethra) which extends the length of the penis

A

Prostatic
Membraneous
Spongy

144
Q

The __________ ___________ secrete a fluid that contains fructose that helps 2 provide an energy source 4 spermatozoa

A

Seminal vesicles

145
Q

The _____________ secretion is a thin, milky colored, alkaline fluid that helps 2 inhance motility of sperm

A

Prostate

146
Q

The ____________ gland secretes an alkaline fluid in response 2 sexual stimulation that works 2 neutralize the acidly of urine residue in the urethra as well as neutralize acidity of the vagina

A

Cowper’s / bulbourethral

147
Q

True or False: Seminal fluid is a slightly alkaline mixture of sperm cells and secretions

A

True

148
Q

Volume of semen in a single ejaculation is about ___________ , and the number of sperm is about ___________ per ________ of semen

A

1.5-6.0 ml
50-150 million
Milliliter

149
Q

About _______% of the seminal fluid is composed of fluid from the seminal glands. Most of the remaining fluid consists of fluid from the prostate gland

A

60

150
Q

The male copulatory organ that transfers sperm 2 the vagina is the _________

A

Penis

151
Q

The parts of the penis r the ________ _________ which expands at the end of the penis and forms the glans penis, the __________ which is the opening at the tip and the __________ which is the loose fold of the skin

A

Corpus spongiosum
Urethral orifice
Prepuce

152
Q

_____________ is the forceful explosion of semen

A

Ejaculation

153
Q

Puberty in males begins about ____________ years of age and continues until __________ years of age

A

10-12

16-18

154
Q

During puberty in males the ___________ begins 2 secrete GnRH, it enters the blood and goes 2 the anterior pituitary gland

A

Hypothalamus

155
Q

The physical changes in the male include growth of the testes and_________ , increased __________ on the face, axilla, groin and chest, increased __________ , __________ of the voice and growth in ___________

A 
Penis
Hair
Muscle
Deepening 
Height
156
Q

____________ hormone promotes growth of interstitial cells (cells of Leydig) in testes and stimulates them 2 secrete testosterone

A

LH

157
Q

__________ __________ hormone binds w/receptor sites on the sustentacular cells in seminiferous tubules and causes spermatogenic cells 2 respond 2 stimulation by testosterone; stimulates spermatogenesis in seminiferous tubules

A

FSH/ follicle stimulating hormone

158
Q

The digestive tract is also known as the

A-peritoneum
B-mysentery
C-alimentary cavity
D- GI tract

A

D- GI tract

159
Q

Which of the following makes up the digestive tract?

A-mouth and pharynx
B-stomach
C-esophagus
D-all of these

A

D-all of these

160
Q

Which of these is NOT an accessory organ of the digestive system?

A-pancreas
B-kidneys
C-tougue
D-slavery glands

A

B-kidneys

161
Q

The taking in of food is known as

A-deglutition
B-mastication
C-indigestion
D-inhalation

A

C-indigestion

162
Q

The medical term for “the taking in of food” is

A-digestion
B-hydrolysis
C-ingestion
D-chemical digestion

A

C-ingestion

163
Q

What r the 3 main nutrients

A-bread, meat and vegetables
B-proteins, fats and sugars
C-fats, sugars and starches
D-carb’s, proteins and fats

A

D-carb’s, proteins and fats

164
Q

What is another term 4 swallowing

A-defecation
B-deluge
C-submuccosa
D-deglutition

A

D-deglutition

165
Q

Saliva contains

A-pepsin
B-water
C-all of these
D-mucus

A

C-all of these

166
Q

The adverage time that food remains in the stomach is

A-4-5hours
B-5-6 hours
C-4 hours
D-5 hours

A

A-4-5hours

167
Q

Which of the following provides a passage way 4 foods between the pharynx and stomach

A-oropharynx
B-trachea
C-esophagus
D-larynx

A

C-esophagus

168
Q

What is the 1st part of the small intestine

A-sigmoid colon
B-ileum
C-jejunum
D-duodenum

A

D-duodenum

169
Q

What is the name of the law 4 by the mother of the boy who died from e-coli

A-Veggie Libel Law
B-FDA Libel Law
C-Kevin’s Law
D-Conner’s Law

A

C-Kevin’s Law

170
Q

What famous figure spoke out about Mad Cow Disease and e-coli and then was sued by the beef industry

A-Ellen DeGenerous
B-Angelina Jolie
C-Brad Pitt
D-Oprah Winfrey

A

D-Oprah Winfrey

171
Q

What is the predominant GMO seed that Monsanto produces

A-potato
B-corn
C-spinich
D-soy

A

D-soy

172
Q

Unless otherwise indicated, general food labels r based on a ____________ calorie diet

A-2,500
B-3,000
C-1,500
D-2,000

A

D-2,000

173
Q

Causes contraction of smooth muscle in walls of the uterus

A

Oxytocin

174
Q

___________ is often given intravenously during labor to increase the strength of contractions

A

Pitocin

175
Q

_________ gland is a vascular organ located in the neck

A

Thyroid

176
Q

Thyroid hormone consists of ____% thyroxine and ____ and Triiodothyronine

A

95 and 5

177
Q

When iodine is insufficient in the diet, the thyroid gland hypertrophies. This is called a _______

A

Goiter

178
Q

Mentally retarded dwarf w/abnormal skeletal features is known as

A

Cretinism

179
Q

An enlarged thyroid gland that produces 2 much hormone is called

A

Hyperthyroidism

180
Q

___________ is the term 4 protruding eyes due 2 swelling in tissues behind the eyes

A

Exophthalmos

181
Q

Cortisol maintains blood glucose between meals and during times of prolonged

A

Stress

182
Q

Hyposecretion of hormones from the adrenal gland causes

A

Addison’s disease

183
Q

Hypersecretion of hormones from the adreanal cortex causes

A

Cushing’s syndrome

184
Q

___________ is the primary source of energy 4 the nervous system

A

Glucose

185
Q

________ cells secrete glucagon, while ________ cells secrete insulin

A

Alpha and beta

186
Q

The testes secrete

A

Testosterone

187
Q

__________ is responsible 4 the development of breasts

A

Estrogen

188
Q

__________ causes the uterine lining 2 thicken in preparation 4 pregancy

A

Progesterone

189
Q

The _________ gland synthesizes melatonin

A

Pineal

190
Q

____________ helps 2 regulate the circadian rhythm

A

Melatonin

191
Q

The decline in the rate of hormone secretion may b a result of changes in the largest tissues that decrease the _______ need 4 the hormone

A

Cellular

192
Q

Because the decline in hormone secretion is combined w/a decreased rate of metabolic destruction, the blood levels of circulating hormones remain relatively _________ throughout aging

A

Constant

193
Q

Organs that make up the endocrine system r the

A

Endocrine glands

194
Q

The study of endocrine glands and hormones is called

A

Endocrinology

195
Q

The ___________ system acts through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters

A

Nervous

196
Q

Hormones influence growth, development and _______ _______

A

Metabolic activities

197
Q

____________ _________ have ducts that carry their secretory product 2 a surface

A

Exocrine glands

198
Q

The ductless glands r

A

Endocrine glands

199
Q

Sweat, sebaceous and mammoth glands r examples of ___________ glands

A

Exocrine

200
Q

__________ make up most of the hormones in the body

A

Proteins

201
Q

___________ make up sex hormones and hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex

A

Steroids

202
Q

The “lock and key” mechanism states, if a hormone fits a receptor site there will b an

A

Effect

203
Q
  • growth hormone (GH)
  • thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
  • adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
  • gonadotropic hormone (FHS and LH)
  • prolactin (PRL)

These hormones r produced by the __________ lobe of the pituitary gland

A

Anterior

204
Q

_________ hormone stimulates growth of bones, muscles and other organs

A

Growth

205
Q

Excess of GH in a child causes

A

Acromegaly

206
Q

________________ hormone effects melanocytes in the skin and increases pigmentation

A

Adrenocorticotropic

207
Q

_______________ hormone stimulates development of eggs in the ovaries and sperm in the testes

A

Follicle stimulating

FSH

208
Q

____________ hormone causes ovulation

A

Luteinizing

LH

209
Q

____________ stimulates milk production after birth of an infant

A

Prolactin

210
Q
  • antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
  • oxytocin (OXY)

These r hormones of the ____________ lobe

A

Posterior

211
Q

____________ hormone promotes reabsorption of water by the kidney tubules

A

Antidiuretic

ADH

212
Q

Large amounts of ADH cause blood vessels 2 constrict and increases _________ ___________

A

Blood pressure

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