Anatomy Compend- Multiple Choice Part 1 Flashcards
The study of the structure of the body:
- Anatomy
- Botany
- Physiology
- Biology
Anatomy
Which of these blood vessels is considered to be the longest vein of the body?
- Aorta
- Great saphenous
- Femoral
- Inferior Vena Cava
Great Saphenous
A term that suggests a location close to the surface of the body or body part.
- Distal
- Superficial
- Mid-sagittal
- Central
Superficial
Which of these lists include all of the basic types of blood cells?
- Erythrocyte, leucocyte, thrombocyte
- Neutrophils, acidophils, basophils
- Serous, sebacious, synovial
- Nervous, connective, epithelial
Erythrocyte, Leucocyte, Thrombocyte
Which of these is a bone of the face?
- Frontal
- Ethmoid
- Temporal
- Vomer
Vomer
Which quadrants of the body feed the left lymph duct?
- Right upper
- Left upper
- Right lower
- Left Lower
- 1, 2, 3, and 4
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 2 and 4
- 1,2 and 3
2, 3 and 4
(Left Upper, Right Lower, Left Lower)
A term that identifies one of the body systems:
- Reproductive
- Abdominal
- Mediastinal
- Histological
Reproductive
Which of these organs receive blood from the celiac axis artery?
- Liver
- Stomach
- Spleen
- Cecum
- 1, 2, and 3
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 3 and 4
1, 2, and 3
(Liver, Stomach, and Spleen)
A shallow depression in a bone.
- Supraorbital margin
- Crest
- Foramen
- Fossa
Fossa
Which of these are valves found in the human heart?
- Bicuspid valve
- Tricuspid valve
- Cardiac valve
- Pyloric valve
- 1, 2, 3, and 4
- 1 and 2
- 3 and 4
- 1 and 4
1 and 2
(Bicuspid Valve, Tricuspid Valve)
The basic substane of cell composition.
- Melanin
- Neuroglia
- Protoplasm
- Endothelium
Protoplasm
Which of the following blood valves transmit de-oxygenated blood?
- Pulmonary semilunar
- Aortic semilunar
- Tricuspid valve
- Bicuspid valve
- 1, 2, 3, and 4
- 1 and 3
- 2 and 4
- 1 and 4
1 and 3
(Pulmonary Semilunar, Tricuspid Valve)
The imaginary, vertival plane that cuts through a cadaver, from side to side, at right angles to the mid-sagittal plane.
- Transverse plane
- Coronal plane
- Sagittal plane
- Median plane
Coronal Plane
Which of the following blood vessels are branches of the arch of aorta?
- Right common carotid artery
- Left common carotid artery
- Left sub-clavian artery
- Brachiocephalic artery
- 1, 2, 3, and 4
- 1, 2, and 3
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 3, and 4
2, 3 and 4
(Left Common Carotid Artery, Left Sub-Clavian Artery, Brachiocephalic artery)
A term that refers to the trunk of the body.
- Torso
- Carpal
- Plantar
- Axillary
Torso
Blood is classified as which type of elementary tissue?
- Epithelial tissues
- Connective tissue
- Serious tissue
- Muscular tissue
Connective Tissue
The number of classified bones in the make-up of the human skeleton.
- 206
- 300
- 602
- 260
206
The myocardium of the heart is composed on what elementary tissue?
- Nervous tissue
- Muscle tissue
- Epithelial tissue
- Connective tissue
Muscle Tissue
The olecranon process is located on the:
- Sternum
- Mandible
- Ulna
- Scapula
Ulna
Which blood vessel begins at the lateral border of the first rib and terminates as it passes by the tendon of the teres major muscle?
- Subclavian artery
- Radial artery
- Axillary artery
- Brachial artery
Axillary Artery
A term that represents one of the basic tissues of the body:
- Cardiac
- Epithelial
- Cancellous
- Papillary
Epithelial
What blood vessel begins at the opening of the adductor magnus muscle?
- Popliteal artery
- Femoral artery
- Anterior tibial artery
- Posterior tibial artery
Popliteal Artery
The study of the bones:
- Syndesmology
- Osteology
- Angiology
- Biology
Osteology
The plantar arteries are located in the:
- Head
- Foot
- Throax
- Hand
Foot
Which of these is the bone of the upper jaw?
- Zygoma
- Lacrimal
- Calcaneus
- Maxilla
Maxilla
Which of the following is an unpaired visceral branch of the abdominal aorta?
- Lumbar artery
- Inferior phrenic artery
- Celiac artery
- Renal Artery
Celiac Artery
Which of these identifies an important body cavity?
- Popliteal
- Cervical
- Abdominal
- Ventricular
Abdominal
The internal throacic artery is a branch of the:
- Axillary artery
- Basilar artery
- Subclavian artery
- Common carotid artery
Subclavian Artery
In anatomical study, the direction toward the foot end of the body is referred to as:
- Medial
- Inferior
- Plantar
- Peripheral
Inferior
Which of the following is NOT a part of the cerebral arterial circle?
- Anterior communicating artery
- Basilar artery
- External carotid artery
- Internal carotid artery
External Carotid Artery
The imaginary, vertical plane that cuts through the body in such a manner as to divide it into two symmetrical halves.
- Median plane
- Coronal plane
- Transverse plane
- Frontal plane
Median Plane
How many bones are in the axial skeleton?
- 126
- 206
- 80
- 28
80
A term that identifies a body system.
- Endocrine
- Mediastinal
- Abdominal
- Visceral
Endocrine
The incus, stapes and malleus bones are realted to:
- Seeing
- Hearing
- Mastication
- Walking
Hearing
A dead human body used for anatomical study.
- Remains
- Corpse
- Deceased
- Cadaver
Cadaver
Which of the following is NOT a section of the small intestine?
- Ileum
- Duodenum
- Jejunum
- Cecum
Cecum
Microscopic anatomy may also be referred to as:
- Splanchology
- Histology
- Dermatology
- Syndesmology
Histology
The liver produces:
- adrenaline
- serum
- bile
- rennin
Bile
In anatomical study, the direction toward the front of the body.
- Posterior
- Superior
- Anterior
- Distal
Anterior
The middle section of the pharynx.
- Nasopharynx
- Laryngeal pharynx
- Oropharynx
- Epiglottis
Oropharynx
The study of the function of the body.
- Embryology
- Cytology
- Physiology
- Myology
Physiology
What organ is located in a retroperitoneal position?
- Heart
- Liver
- Kidney
- Stomach
Kidney
A term that identifies one of the basic body tissues.
- Connective
- Meningeal
- Brachial
- Cardiac
Connective
What kind of gland is the pancreas?
- Endocrine gland
- Heterocrine gland
- Exocrine gland
- Salivary gland
Heterocrine Gland
The portion of the skull that encloses the brain.
- Calvaria
- Uvula
- Cranium
- Os Coxa
Cranium
The inferior, constricted portion of the uterus is the:
- Fundus
- Head
- Tail
- Cervix
Cervix
The auditory ossicles are contained within the:
- Malar bone
- Temporal bone
- Ethmoid bone
- Frontal bone
Temporal Bone
What structure resembles a “cauda equina?”
- The spinal cord and its spinal nerves
- The brain and its cranial nerves
- he heart and its branches
- The neuron and its axons
The Spinal Cord and its Spinal Nerves
A term that identifies one of the two divisions of the skeleton is:
- Parietal
- Axial
- Pubic
- Spinal
Axial
A thin expanse of tissue.
- An aponeurosis
- Fascia
- Tendon
- Membrane
Membrane
A bone that is NOT a cranial bone:
- Sphenoid bone
- Occipital bone
- Temporal bone
- Vomer bone
Vomer Bone
Where are the chordae tendinae located?
- In the ventricles of the heart
- In the atria of the heart
- In the cranial cavity
- In the peritoneal cavity
In the Ventricles of the Heart
The sella turcica is located on the:
- Temporal bone
- Sphenoid bone
- Ethmoid bone
- Occipital bone
Sphenoid Bone
Which of the following bifurcates into the right subclavian and right common carotid arteries?
- Brachiocephalic artery
- Thoracic artery
- Ascending aorta
- Aortic arch
Brachiocephalic Artery
A term that suggests some relationship to the internal body organs.
- Visceral
- Cervical
- Peripheral
- Proximal
Visceral
The union of the splenic vein and the superior mesenteric vein forms the:
- Inferior vena cava
- Inferior mesenteric vein
- Portal vein
- Hepatic vein
Portal Vein
An imaginary plane that cuts through the body, horizontally.
- Median plane
- Transverse plane
- Coronal plane
- Sagittal plane
Transverse Plane
The liver receives the blood supply from which of the following?
- Celiac trunk artery
- Superior mesenteric artery
- Inferior mesenteric artery
- Renal artery
Celiac Trunk Artery
The study of animal life.
- Botany
- Zoology
- Biology
- Cytology
Zoology
What blood vessel supplies oxygenated blood to the small intestine and the right half of the large intestine?
- Inferior mesenteric artery
- Superior mesenteric artery
- Celiac axis artery
- Brachiocephalic artery
Superior Mesenteric Artery
Blood exits from the left ventricle of the heart through the:
- Aorta
- Coronary arteries
- Dural sinuses
- Lacteals
Aorta
Which of these is NOT a branch of the aorta?
- Brachiocephalic artery
- Right subclavian artery
- Left subclavian artery
- Left common carotid artery
Right Subclavian Artery
The study of the vascular system.
- Arteriology
- Angiology
- Myology
- Phlebology
Angiology
Which of the following blood vessels is a continuation of the anterior tibial artery?
- Dorsalis pedis artery
- Popliteal artery
- Femoral artery
- Posterior tibial artery
Dorsais Pedis Artery
An artery that supplies blood to the hand.
- Subclavian artery
- Deep palmar arch
- Basilar artery
- Popliteal artery
Deep Palmar Arch
Which of the following supplies blood to the stomach?
- Femoral artery
- Celiac trunk artery
- Superior mesenteric artery
- Inferior mesenteric artery
Celiac Trunk Artery
The vertebral artery arises from the:
- Axillary artery
- Ascending aorta
- Subclavian artery
- Radial artery
Subclavian Artery
The bicuspid valve of the heart controls the flow of blood through the:
- Left atrioventricular orifice
- Right atrioventricular orifice
- Pulmonary artery orifice
- Aortic orifice
Left Atrioventricular Orifice
The internal carotid artery is the main blood supply to the:
- Brain
- Heart
- Liver
- Lungs
Brain
The innermost layer of the heart is the:
- Myocardium
- Epicardium
- Endocardium
- Visceral pericardium
Endocardium
The contraction phase of the cardiac cycle is called:
- Diastole
- Flexion
- Cephalic
- Systole
Systole
The umbilical arteries are branches of which vessel?
- Hypogastic
- External iliac
- Umbilicus
- Hypochondriac
Hypogastic
Which of the following structures is NOT involved in pulmonary circulation?
- Right atrium
- Left atrium
- Right ventricle
- Pulmonary trunk
Right Atrium
The study of the arteries of the body is:
- Arteriology
- Myology
- Arthrology
- Phlebology
Arteriology
The pulse is usually taken at the:
- Brachial artery
- Common carotid artery
- Femoral artery
- Radial artery
Radial Artery
The average volume of blood in an adult human body is:
- 1 quart
- 2.5 quarts
- 5 liters
- 10 liters
5 Liters
Of the following arteries, the one involved in the make-up of the Circle of Willis is:
- Anterior cerebral artery
- Brachiocephalic artery
- Vertebral artery
- External carotid artery
Anterior Cerebral Artery
The large vein that returns deoxygenated blood from the lower extremities and the abdomen to the right atrium of the heart.
- Superior vena cava
- Aorta
- Inferior vena cava
- Common pulmonary artery
Inferior Vena Cava
The artery that is transmitted through the adductor canal is the:
- Subclavian artery
- Femoral artery
- Popliteal artery
- Brachial artery
Femoral Artery
What is the main function of an erythrocyte?
- To carry oxygen and carbon dioxide
- To initiate the clotting process
- To fight infection
- To produce antibodies
To Carry Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
Each of the following arteries are paired EXCEPT the:
- Vertebral artery
- Ovarian artery
- Basilar artery
- Lingual artery
Basilar Artery
Which chamber of the heart contains the papillary muscles and chordae tendinae associated with the tricuspid valve?
- Right atrium
- Right ventricle
- Left atrium
- Left ventricle
Right Ventricle
The posterior intercostal arteries are parietal branches of the:
- Ascending aorta
- Abdominal aorta
- Celiac trunk
- Descending thoracic aorta
Descending Thoracic Aorta
Which of the following is NOT descriptive of thrombocytes?
- They can be called blood platelets
- They originate in the bone marrow
- They have irregular shapes
- They carry hemoglobin to and from the body cells.
They Carry Hemoglobin to and From the Body Cells
An artery that is closely associated with the inguinal ligament is the:
- Popliteal artery
- Dorsalis pedis artery
- External iliac artery
- Superior mesenteric artery
External Iliac Artery
Lymph fluid from the right upper extremity drains through the:
- Cisterna chyli
- Throacic duct
- Right lymphatic duct
- Right internal jugular vein
Right Lymphatic Duct
The right lymph duct:
- Is the largest lymph duct of the body.
- Collects lymph from both upper quadrants of the body.
- Is a tributary to the right brachiocephalic vein.
- Empties into the superior vena cava.
Is a Tributary to the Right Brachiocephalic Vein
Which of the following structures is associated with the fossa ovalis?
- Ventricular septum
- Atrial septum
- Right atrioventricular septum
- Left atrioventricular septum
Atrial Septum
In relation to the lungs, the heart lies:
- Anterior
- Posterior
- Medial
- Lateral
Medial
The space between the lungs which houses the heart and larger blood vessels is the:
- Pleural cavity
- Coronary sinus
- Mediastinum
- Ventral cavity
Mediastinum
The basalic vein terminates by emptying into the:
- External jugular vein
- Subclavian vein
- Brachiocephalic vein
- Axillary vein
Axillary Vein
The pH of normal blood is:
- Slightly acidic
- Neutral
- Slightly alkaline
- Highly alkaline
Slightly Alkaline