Chapter 6: Human Anatomy And Physiology Flashcards
When the body is in the anatomical position, the thumbs point
- Medially
- Laterally
- Anteriorly
- Posteriorly
Laterally
A person lying on his/her back is in what position?
- Prone
- Erect
- Supine
- Lateral recumbent
Supine
The physical and chemical breakdown of the food we eat is called?
- Metabolism
- Digestion
- Anabolism
- Catabolism
Digestion
The transfer of fluids across the plasma membrane of a cell from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration is a process known as?
- Infusion
- Diffusion (osmosis)
- Perfusion
- None of the above
Diffusion (osmosis)
Homeostasis is defined as?
- Control of bleeding
- Absorption, storage, and use of food products
- Self-regulated control of the body’s internal environment
- The power of voluntary movement
Self-regulated control of the body’s internal environment
That portion of a cell containing all the genetic material important in the cell’s reproduction is called the?
- Plasma membrane
- Nucleus
- Cytoplasm
- Reticulated endothelium
Nucleus
The secretion of digestive fluids and the absorption of digested foods and liquids is the chief function of which tissue?
- Columnar
- Osseus
- Sercus
- Squamous
Columnar
The body’s primary thermo-regulatory action is a function of dilating and contracting blood vessels and the?
- Stratum germinativum
- Sweat glands
- Sebacceous glands
- Melanin
Sweat glands
Which of the following are the two most prominent mineral elements of bone?
- Ossein and calcium
- Phosphorus and calcium
- Sodium and phosphorus
- Periostium and ossein
Phosphorus and calcium
The bones of the wrist are classified as which of the following bones?
- Long
- Short
- Flat
- Irregular
Short
Bones of the cranium include which of the following?
- Maxilla
- Occipital <
Occipital. Bones of the Cranium include: Frontal, Pareital, Occipital, Temporal, Sphenoid, Ethmoid
The axial skeleton is composed of which two regions of the skeletal system?
- Skull and vertebral column
- Thorax and upper extremities
- Pelvis and thorax
- Upper and lower extremities
Skull and vertebral column
The upper three ribs on each side are known as which of the following types?
- True
- False
- Floating
- Sternal
True
The concavity into which the head of the humerus articulates is called the?
- Scapula
- Acetabulum
- Glenoid fossa
- Epicondyle
Glenoid fossa
The innominate bone is composed of three parts that are united in adults to form a cuplike structure called the?
- Glenoid fossa
- Acetabelum
- Symphysis pubis
- Obturator Foramen
Acetabelum
The prominence easily felt on the inner and outer aspects of the ankle are called?
- Medial and lateral malleolus
- Medial and lateral condyle
- Greater and lesser turberosities
- Greater and lesser trochanters
Medial and lateral malleolus
Bones that develop within a tendon are known as which of the following?
- Condyloid
- Sesamoid
- Veriform
- Fasliform
Sesamoid
Moving an extremity away from the body is called?
- Flexion
- Extension
- Abduction
- Adduction
Abduction
The act of straightening a limb in known as?
- Flexion
- Extension
- Abduction
- Adduction
Extension
The primary function of the muscles includes all of the following EXCEPT?
- Providing heat during activity
- Maintaining body posture
- Producing red blood cells
- Providing movement
Producing red blood cells
Which of the following properties describes the ability of muscles to respond to a stimulus?
- Contractility
- Irritability
- Extensibility
- Tonicity
Irritability (or excitability)
The ability of muscles to regain their original form when stretched is known as?
- Contractility
- Elasticity
- Extensibility
- Tonicity
Elasticity
Actin and myosin are two protein substances involved in?
- Muscle recovery
- Muscle nourishment
- Muscle contraction
- Rigor mortis
Muscle contraction *E-Learning believes this is incorrect, but it is right.
If a generally sedentary person in less than good physical health enters a marathon with the intent to complete the race, which of the following outcomes can he/she be expected to encounter?
- If the day is cool, there will be no significant risk
- Any physical deficiency can be overcome with a carbohydrate-rich diet before the race
- If stretching exercises are performed before the race, he/she will be ok
- He/she runs the risk of muscle damage
He/she runs the risk of muscle damage
Intramuscular (IM) injections are frequently given in which of the following muscles?
- Trapezius
- Pectoralis majoris
- Deltoid
- All of the above
Deltoid
Intramuscluar injections are usually given in which of the following muscles?
- Quadriceps
- Sartorius
- Gastrocnemius
- Gluteus maximus
Gluteus maximus
The total blood volume in the average adult is in what range?
- 3 to 4 liters
- 4 to 5 liters
- 5 to 6 liters
- 6 to 7 liters
5 to 6 liters
A decreased red blood cell (RBC) count could be the result of a medical condition affecting the?
- Compact bone
- Perioteum
- Yellow marrow
- Red marrow
Red marrow
A white blood cell (WBC) count of 18,000 may indicate what condition? (TRY INFECTION)
- Leukocytosis
- Normalcy
- Infection
- Vetiligo
E-Learning uses INFECTION but it could also be Leukocytosis. (references state differently in chapters 6 and 19. Both answers are correct.)
In an accident victim suffering from a fibrinogen deficiency, the rescuer may have difficulty performing which of the actions listed below?
- Controlling hemorrhage
- Immobilizing a fracture
- Supporting respiratory function
- Reducing a dislocation
Controlling hemorrhage
In addition to preventing excessive blood loss, the formation of a blood clot serves which, if any, of the following purposes?
- To convert fibrinogen into blood serum to aid healing
- To form the foundation for new tissue growth
- To manufacture leukocytes
- None of the above
To form the foundation for new tissue growth
The valves of the heart include all of the following EXCEPT?
- Atrial
- Mitral
- Vagus
- Pulmonary
Vagus
Oxygenated blood is carried by which of the following vein(s)?
- Inferior vena cava
- Superior vena cava
- Portal
- Pulmonary
Pulmonary