Final Flashcards

1
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Which of the following blood supplies to the rectum is CORRECT?

superior rectal artery off the inferior mesenteric artery.

middle rectal artery off the internal iliac artery.

inferior rectal artery off the external pudendal artery.

A and B.

A, B and C

A

A, B and C

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2
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The perineum…

is the division between the true and false pelves.

is called the broad ligament in females.

includes the external genitalia but not the anus.

is subdivided into two areas by the superficial transverse perineal muscles.

A

Is subdivided into two areas by the superficial transverse perineal muscles.

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3
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Which of the following is FALSE concerning the trigone of the bladder?

it contains the opening of the urethra.

it is located on the posterior surface of the bladder.

it contains the opening for the ureter.

it is made of connective tissue.

it does not expand or contract.

A

It is located on the posterior surface of the bladder

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4
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Which of the following is the action of the quadratus lumborum muscle?

fixes 12th rib during inspiration

flexes thigh and stabilizes hip joint

when sitting it acts inferiorly w/ iliacus m. to flex trunk

acts with psoas major to flex thigh

A

fixes 12th rib during inspiration

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5
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Which of the following paired erectile tissues make up the crura of the penis and clitoris?

corpus spongiosum

corpus cavernosum

ischiospongiosum

ischiocavernosus

bulbospongiosum

A

Corpus cavernosum

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6
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Which of the following is NOT a nerve of the sacral plexus?

sciatic n.

lateral cutaneal nerve of the thigh

posterior cutaneal nerve of the thigh

pudendal n.

A

Lateral cutaneal nerve of the thigh

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7
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Which of the following is NOT a boundary or landmark of the perineum?

pubic symphysis

sacrotuberous ligament

ischial tuberosity

gluteus medius m.

A

gluteus medius m.

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8
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Which of the following is TRUE of the ovarian artery?

it is a branch off the abdominal aorta.

it runs within the ovarian ligament.

it supplies the uterus and fallopian tube.

it runs within the inguinal canal.

A

It is a branch off the abdominal aorta

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9
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Place the following structures in the order in which urine would normally pass through them.

renal pelvis, renal sinus, major calyx, but never minor calyx

minor calyx, major calyx, renal pelvis but never renal sinus

renal pelvis, minor calyx, renal sinus, but never major calyx

renal sinus, minor calyx, major calyx but never renal pelvis

major calyx, minor calyx, renal pelvis but never renal sinus

A

minor calyx, major calyx, renal pelvis, but never renal sinus

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10
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The perineum

is the division between the abdominal and pelvic cavities.

is called the broad ligament in females.

includes the external genitalia and anus.

is subdivided into two areas by the deep transverse perineal muscles.

A

includes the external genitalia and anus

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11
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Which of the following is a correct statement?

the pelvic diaphragm is comprised solely of the levator ani muscle group

the levator ani mm. include puborectalis, pubococcygeus, and ischiococcygeus m.

the pelvic diaphragm is also called the urogenital diaphragm.

the deep transverse perineal m. makes up the majority of the urogenital diaphragm.

A

The deep transverse perineal m. make up the majority of the urogenital triangle

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12
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Which of the following is correct?

the ovary is wrapped in the broad ligament

the glans clitoris is formed from the corpora cavernosa

the prostatic urethra is the longest segment of the male penis

the ejaculatory duct empties into the membranous urethra

A

The ovary is wrapped in broad ligament

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13
Q

Sperm in the pelvis that are not ejaculated are reabsorbed by the

seminal vesicles.

spongy urethra.

prostate.

ductus (vas) deferens.

A

ductus (vas) deferens

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14
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The renal veins are branches off the

abdominal aorta.

superior vena cava.

inferior vena cava.

thoracic aorta.

A

inferior vena cava

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15
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Which of the following structures is connected directly to the renal pyramid?

renal columns

major calyx

minor calyx

renal sinus

A

minor calyx

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16
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The medial arcuate ligament of the diaphragm arches over what structure?

descending aorta

psoas major m.

quadratus lumborum m.

inferior vena cava

A

psoas major m.

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17
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Which of the following is CORRECT?

the left ovarian vein drains into the inferior vena cava

the left medial inferior phrenic vein drains into the inferior vena cava

right suprarenal vein drains into the superior vena cava

the ovarian artery runs in the inguinal canal

A

The left medial inferior phrenic vein drains into the inferior vena cava

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18
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The vagina…

is the female gonad.

is the outlet for menstrual flow.

is posterior to the rectum.

is where the fertilized egg implants.

is anterior to the urethra.

A

is the outlet for menstrual flow

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19
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The tunica albuginea

covers the testis.

covers the ovary.

covers the shaft of the penis.

A and B

A, B and C

A

A, B and C

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20
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Tearing the pelvic diaphragm, as in during childbirth, may lead to the paralysis of which muscle?

piriformis

sphincter urethrae

obturator internus

levator ani

A

levator ani

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21
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Which of the following is covered by the ischiocavernosus muscle?

bulb of the clitoris

crura of the clitoris

glans of clitoris

prepuce of clitoris

A

crura of the clitoris

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22
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Which of the following is a branch off the posterior division of the Internal Iliac a?

inferior vesical a.

obturator a.

superior gluteal a.

inferior pudendal a.

A

superior gluteal a.

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23
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The suspensory ligament of the duodenum (Ligament of Treitz) is part of which structure of the diaphragm?

lateral arcuate ligament

medial arcuate ligament

right crus of median arcuate ligament

left crus of median arcuate ligament

A

right crus of median arcuate ligament

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24
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The marginal colic a. is the anastomosis between

the celiac trunk and superior mesenteric aa.

the superior and inferior mesenteric aa.

the midgut and hindgut.

A and C

B and C

A

B and C

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25
Q

Which structure does NOT pass through the greater sciatic foramen?

pudendal nerve

lateral femoral cutaneous nerve

inferior gluteal artery

piriformis muscle

A

Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve

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26
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The renal pelvis

is formed by the union of the minor calyces.

channels urine toward the renal pyramids.

is located in the hilum and is filled with fat.

drains into the ureter

A

Drains into the ureter

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27
Q

Which of the following is found in males but not in females?

prostatic urethra

membranous urethra

spongy urethra

a and b

a and c

A

A and C

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28
Q

Renal nerves

mostly arise from the vagus nerve.

pass through the renal pelvis.

are part of the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.

are mostly vasomotor nerves and part of the sympathetic nervous system.

A

Are mostly vasomotor nerves and part of the sympathetic nervous system

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29
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Which of the following structures does NOT cross the pelvic brim?

vas (ductus) deferens

ureter

ovarian ligament

lumbosacral trunk

A

Ovarian ligament

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30
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Which structure does NOT pass through the greater sciatic foramen?

pudendal nerve

lateral femoral cutaneous nerve

inferior gluteal artery

piriformis muscle

A

Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve

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31
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Which of the following statements correctly compares the female and male pelves?

the ischial tuberosities are closer together in the female than in the male

the false pelvis is shallower in the female than in the male

the sacrum is narrower in the female than in the male

the coxal bones are closer together in the female than in the male

A

The false pelvis is shallower in the female than male

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32
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Which of the following is FALSE concerning the uterus?

it is found anterior to the rectum

it is connected to the vagina by the cervix

it is found anterior to the bladder

is supported by the uterosacral and round ligaments

A

It is found anterior to the bladder

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33
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Which of the following is NOT a boundary or landmark of the perineum?

pubic symphysis

sacrospinous ligament

ischial tuberosity

gluteus maximus m.

A

sacrospinous ligament

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34
Q

Which of the following arteries is normally only seen in men?

superior vesicular a.

inferior vesicular a.

lateral sacral a.

umbilical a.

A

inferior vesicular a.

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35
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Because the male urethra is used for both urination and ejaculation

males are more likely to get a urinary tract infection than women.

the ejaculatory duct empties into the prostatic urethra.

the bulbourethral gland secretes fluids to get rid of any semen remaining in the tract.

the urethra is shorter in males than in females.

A

the ejaculatory duct empties into the prostatic urethra

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36
Q

The anterior rami of lumbar nerves L1, L2, and L3 are the innervation of which muscle?

quadratus lumborum m.

psoas major m.

iliacus m.

diaphragm m.

A

psoas major m.

37
Q

Which of the following structures crosses the pelvic brim?

deep dorsal vein of the penis

uterine tube

ovarian ligament

lumbosacral trunk

A

lumbosacral trunk

38
Q

Which of the following is a branch off the anterior division of the Internal Iliac a?

superior gluteal artery.

lateral sacral artery.

iliolumbar artery.

inferior gluteal artery.

A

inferior gluteal artery

39
Q

The renal sinus

is formed by the union of the major calyces.

channels urine from the renal pyramids.

is located internal to the hilum and is filled with fat and vessels.

drains into the ureter.

A

Is located internal to the hilum and is filled with fat and vessels

40
Q

The esophageal hiatus of the diaphragm is located at which vertebral level?

T8-9

T10

T12

L5

A

T-10

41
Q

Which of the following is a muscular branch off the anterior division of the Internal Iliac artery?

inferior vesicular a.

obturator a.

superior gluteal a.

lateral sacral a.

A

obturator a.

42
Q

Choose the order in which sperm would encounter secretions from the following glands:

prostate, bulbourethral, seminal vesicle

bulbourethral, prostate, seminal vesicle

bulbourethral, seminal vesicle, prostate

seminal vesicle, prostate, bulbourethral

A

seminal vesicle, prostate, bulbourethral

43
Q

The marginal colic a. is the anastomosis between

the celiac trunk and superior mesenteric aa.

the superior and inferior mesenteric aa.

the midgut and hindgut.

A and C

B and C

A

B and C

44
Q

What structure passes through the obturator foramen?

obturator internus muscle

obturator externus muscle

obturator nerve

a, b and c

A

obturator nerve

45
Q

Urine drains into the posterior portion of the bladder through the

ureter

urethra

renal pelvis

pyramids

A

ureter

46
Q

Place the following structures in the order in which urine would normally pass through them.

renal pelvis, major calyx, renal pyramid, minor calyx

renal pyramid, major calyx, minor calyx, renal pelvis

renal pelvis, minor calyx, renal pyramid, renal sinus,

renal pyramid, minor calyx, major calyx, renal pelvis

A

renal pyramid, minor calyx, major calyx, renal pelvis

47
Q

The deep artery of the penis is a branch off of the

dorsal artery of the penis.

internal pudendal a.

internal iliac a.

inferior rectal a.

A

internal pudenal

48
Q

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

seminal vesicles lie on the posterior aspect of the urinary bladder

the bulbourethral glands are superior to the prostate gland

the prostate gland surrounds the membranous urethra

the prostate gland decreases with age

A

the seminal vesicles lie on the posterior aspect of the urinary bladder

49
Q

Which of the following is INCORRECT?

the ovary is wrapped in the broad ligament

the glans clitoris is formed from the corporus spongiosum

the membranous urethra is between the bladder and prostate gland

the ejaculatory duct empties into the prostatic urethra

A

The membranous urethra is formed between the bladder and prostate gland

50
Q

Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

the reproductive organs are in the false pelvis

the bladder is able to stretch more than ten times its size

the kidneys are encased in layers of fat and fascia to hold them in place

the prostate is part of the urinary system

A

The kidneys are encased in layers of fat and fascia to hold them in place

51
Q

Which of the following is NOT a nerve of the sacral plexus?

sciatic n.

lateral cutaneal nerve of the thigh

posterior cutaneal nerve of the thigh

pudendal n.

A

lateral cutaneal nerve of the thigh

52
Q

Which of the following structures is connected directly to the renal pyramid?

renal columns

major calyx

minor calyx

renal sinus

A

minor calyx

53
Q

Which of the following is the muscle found on the crus of the penis and clitoris?

corpus spongiosum

corpora cavernosa

ischiospongiosum

ischiocavernosum

bulbospongiosum

A

ischiocavernosum

54
Q

Which of the following is the innermost white covering of the testis and ovary?

corpus albicans.

corpus vaginalis..

tunica albuginea.

tunica vaginalis.

A

tunica albuginea

55
Q

Which of the following is FALSE concerning the uterine tubes?

they have multiple fimbriae at their distal ends.

they are within the mesovarium of the broad ligament.

they transport sperm, unfertilized oocytes and zygotes (fertilized ova).

they project through the broad ligament into the abdominal cavity.

A

They are within the mesovarium of the broad ligament

56
Q

Which of the following is FALSE of the internal pudendal a. and pudendal n.?

they exit the pelvis through the greater sciatic notch

they enter the perineum through the lesser sciatic notch

they supply the urogential triangle but not the anal triangle

they travel within the pundendal (Alcock’s) canal

A

They supply the urogenital triangle but not the anal triangle

57
Q

Which of the following ligaments connects the ovary to the uterine wall?

suspensory ligament of the ovary

ovarian ligament

mesovarian ligament

round ligament of the uterus

A

ovarian ligament

58
Q

The uterus is all of the following EXCEPT

lies between the bladder and the rectum.

has a cervix that opens directly into the vagina.

is usually superior to the vaginal canal.

is supported by the ovarian ligaments

A

Is supported by the ovarian ligaments

59
Q

Which of the following is TRUE of the diaphragm muscle?

it is the dividing landmark between the abdominal and pelvic cavities

it is an involuntary skeletal muscle

it is dome-shaped with a central tendon and no bony origin

its contraction causes passive exhalation

A

It is dome-shaped with a central tendon and no bony origin

60
Q

Which of the following structures does NOT cross the pelvic brim?

internal iliac a.

lumbosacral trunk

suspensory ligament of the ovary

testicular a.

A

testicular a.

61
Q

The urinary system is comprised of

two kidneys, two urethrae, two ureters, two bladders

two kidneys, two ureters, one urethra, one bladder

one kidney, one urethra, one ureter, one bladder

one kidney, one ureter, two urethrae, two bladders

A

two kidneys, two ureters, one urethra, one bladder

62
Q

The penis

consists of a single ventral corpus spongiosum and two dorsal corpora cavernosa.

has a proximal swelling within the abdominal wall called the glans penis.

has a urethra running through the corpus cavernosum.

has a distal swelling called the bulb of the penis.

A

Consists of a single ventral corpus spongiosum and two dorsal corposa cavernosa

63
Q

Which of the following is FALSE concerning the trigone of the bladder?

it n contains the opening of the urethra.

it contains the opening for the ureter.

it is elastic and highly expandable.

it is located on the inferior surface of the bladder.

A

it is elastic and highly expandable

64
Q

Which of the following is CORRECT?

the anal canal seals through the interlocking of the anal columns and sinuses.

an artery is found in each of the anal columns.

rectal valves are plicae circulares.

the recum has a longitudinal, circular and transverse layer of smooth muscle.

A

the anal canal seals through the interlocking of the anal columns and sinuses

65
Q

Which of the following is TRUE of the ovarian artery?

the right ovarian artery is a branch off the internal iliac a.

it runs within the suspensory ligament of the ovary.

the left ovarian artery is a branch off the left renal artery.

A and B.

A, B and C.

A

It runs within the suspensory ligament of the ovary

66
Q

Which of the following blood supplies to the rectum is CORRECT?

superior rectal artery off the internal pudendal a.

middle rectal artery off the internal pudendal a.

inferior rectal artery off the internal pudendal a.

internal pudendal artery off the common iliac a.

A

inferior rectal artery off the internal pudenal a.

67
Q

Which of the following structures does NOT cross the pelvic brim?

vas (ductus) deferens

ureter

ovarian ligament

lumbosacral trunk

A

ovarian ligament

68
Q

The inferior portion of the uterus that is covered by the superior portion of the vagina is the

fornix.

cervix.

vulva.

hymen

A

cervix

69
Q

Which of the following is FALSE concerning the broad ligament?

the fundus of the uterus is covered by the mesometrium

the uterine tubes are covered by the mesosalpinx

it covers the ovarian a. & v. to form the ovarian ligament

the broad ligament is a thickened portion of the periotenum.

A

it covers the ovarian a. & v. to form the ovarian ligament

70
Q

The dorsal artery of the penis is a branch off of the

deep artery of the penis.

internal pudendal artery.

internal iliac artery.

inferior rectal artery

A

internal pudenal artery

71
Q

Which of the following is TRUE of the internal pudendal a. and pudendal n.?

they supply the anus and genitals in males and females

they enter the pelvis through the greater sciatic notch

they exit the perineum through the lesser sciatic notch

they originate off arteries and nerves in the abdomen and travel to the perineum.

A

they supply the anus and genitals in males and females

72
Q

The anterior rami of lumbar nerves T12-L4 are the innervation of which muscle?

quadratus lumborum m.

psoas major m.

iliacus m.

diaphragm m.

A

quadratus lumborum m.

73
Q

Which of the following statements is FALSE of the kidneys?

they are wrapped within the peritoneum

they are partially protected by the floating ribs

the right kidney is lower than the left kidney

they have a medial hilum where the vessels, nerves and ureters enter.

A

They are wrapped within the peritoneum

74
Q

Which of the following is the action of the psoas major muscle?

when sitting it acts inferiorly w/ iliacus m. to flex trunk

flexes thigh and stabilizes hip joint

acts with psoas minor to flex thigh

A and B

A, B and C

A

A, B and C

75
Q

The muscle that makes up the walls of the bladder is the

dartos muscle.

urogenital diaphragm.

detrusor muscle

levator ani muscles

A

detrusor muscle

76
Q

Which of the following is NOT a muscle of the levator ani group?

pubococcygeus m.

ischiococcygeus m.

iliococcygeus m.

puborectalis m.

A

ischiococcygeus m.

77
Q

Which of the following structure(s) is/are found within the true pelvis?

obturator internus muscle

obturator externus muscle

obturator nerve

A and C

B and C

A

A and C

78
Q

The structure conveying the fertilized (or unfertilized) egg to the uterine cavity is the

cervix.

uterine tube.

vagina.

round ligament of uterus.

A

uterine tube

79
Q

Which answer puts the following structures in order from the testis out through the penis?

epididymis, ejaculatory duct, ureter, ductus deferens, but never the urethra

ejaculatory duct, ductus deferens, epididymis, urethra, but never the ureter

epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra, but never the ureter

epididymis, ureter, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, but never the urethra

ejaculatory duct, epididymis, ductus deferens, ureter, but never urethra

A

epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculator duct, urethra, but never ureter

80
Q

The urinary bladder

is smaller in males than in females.

in females is posterior to the vagina and superior to the uterus.

has an internal sphincter composed of smooth muscle.

has an external sphincter that is involuntary.

A

has an internal sphincter composed of smooth muscle

81
Q

The caval hiatus of the diaphragm

is located at vertebral level T8-9.

is completely within the central tendon.

transmits the SVC to the thorax.

A and B.

A, B and C.

A

A and B

82
Q

Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

part of the fallopian tube is in the false pelvis

the bladder is also a reproductive organ in males

the kidneys are encased within the muscles of the posterior abdominal wall to hold them in place

the prostate is part of the urinary system

A

Part of the fallopian tube is in the false pelvis

83
Q

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

seminal vesicles lie on the posterior aspect of the urinary bladder

the bulbourethral glands are inferior to the prostate gland

the ejaculatory duct is formed by the ductus deferens and the bulbourethral gland

the prostate gland increases in size with age

A

the ejaculatory fuct is formed by the ductus deferens and the bulbourethral gland

84
Q

Instead of an inferior vesicular artery, women have a __________.

superior vesicular a.

vaginal a.

uterine a.

umbilical a.

A

uterine a.

85
Q

Which structure passes through the lesser sciatic foramen?

pudendal nerve

posterior femoral cutaneous nerve

inferior gluteal artery

piriformis muscle

A

pudenal nerve

86
Q

Which of the following is NOT a visceral branch off of the Internal Iliac artery?

inferior vesicular a.

obturator a.

umbilical a.

internal pudendal a.

A

obturator a.

87
Q

The vagina

opens directly into the vestibule.

forms the cervix of the uterus.

is a muscular tube posterior to the rectum.

is often blocked by a hymen at its superior end.

A

opens directly into the vestibule

88
Q

The dorsal nerve of the penis runs with the

dorsal vein of the penis.

dorsal artery of the penis.

deep artery of the penis.

spongy urethra.

A

dorsal artery of the penis