Question 1

Match the following with the correct regional anatomical term.
 
-Identify the gluteal region.

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The answer of Match the following with the correct regional...

Question 2

What characteristic of life involves the removal of waste products that result from metabolic processes?

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A)   irritability
B)   reproduction
C)   excretion
D)   growthE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Describe the SQ3R method for reading a textbook.

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The SQ3R method stands for survey, quest...

Question 4

What type of learner performs best with study groups?

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A)   any type of visual learner
B)   visual/nonverbal learner
C)   visual/verbal learner
D)   tactile/kinesthetic learnerE) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

List and describe the components of a feedback loop.

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The components of a feedback loop are th...

Question 6

Pleurisy is the inflammation of the serous membranes surrounding the lungs. With pleurisy, the inflamed membranes may secrete more serous fluid than normal. Predict the effects of excess serous fluid on serous membrane function.

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Serous fluid is an extremely thin, slipp...

Question 7

Explain how a midsagittal (median) plane differs from a parasagittal plane.

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A midsagittal (median) plane d...

Question 8

Negative feedback loops produce responses in the opposite direction of the initial stimulus while positive feedback loops produce responses in the same direction of the initial stimulus.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A mother breastfeeds her infant. As long as the baby suckles his mother's breast, the mother's mammary glands produce milk. Suckling, the stimulus, increases milk production, the response. This scenario is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A)   a positive feedback loop.
B)   a negative feedback loop.
C)   anatomical position.
D)   principle of complementarity of structure and function.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

What are the two major methods by which cells communicate to coordinate their functions?

Accepted Answer

A)   temperature gradients and pressure gradients
B)   positive feedback loops and negative feedback loops
C)   effectors and responses
D)   chemical messengers and/or electrical signalsE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Sierra says she learns more from reading the textbook for class than from sitting in lecture. She must be a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)   visual/nonverbal learner.
B)   tactile/kinesthetic learner.
C)   visual/verbal learner.
D)   auditory/verbal learner.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Patients are always examined while they are standing in anatomical position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What best describes the directional term proximal?

Accepted Answer

A)   toward the head
B)   closer to the midline of the body
C)   toward the front
D)   closer to the point of originE) A) and C)
F) C) and D) D

Question 14

Serous membranes line certain cavities within the:

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A)   dorsal cavities.
B)   vertebral (spinal)  cavity.
C)   ventral cavities.
D)   cranial cavity.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B) C

Question 15

A nerve cell releases chemical messengers to trigger changes in a nearby muscle cell. This is example of a core principle known as:

Accepted Answer

A)   principle of complementarity of structure and function.
B)   cell -cell communication.
C)   gradients.
D)   feedback loops.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above B

Question 16

In laboratory, you will study tissues. This area of study is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)   cytology.
B)   gross anatomy.
C)   physiology.
D)   histology.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 17

Peggy is having surgery on the right carpal region. A 3 cm incision will be made deep to the skin and muscle, but will be superficial to the bone. Explain to her where her
surgery will occur.

Accepted Answer

Peggy will have surgery on the...

Question 18

How does the effector restore homeostasis in a negative feedback loop?

Accepted Answer

A)   The effector increases and reinforces the initial stimulus.
B)   The effector amplifies the response, but does not continue indefinitely.
C)   The effector opposes the initial stimulus and shuts off when conditions return to the normal range.
D)   The effector causes a rapid change in a variable.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 19

Why should a student use the SQ3R method?

Accepted Answer

A)   The SQ3R method provides a student with a strategy for taking notes during lecture class.
B)   The SQ3R method provides a plan for a student to improve textbook reading skills.
C)   The SQ3R method provides a student with a strategy for improving test taking skills.
D)   The SQ3R method provides a student with ways to improve time management skills.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Summarize the principle of complementarity of structure and function.

Accepted Answer

The principle of complementari...

Exam 1: Introduction to Anatomy Physiology

Match the following with the correct regional anatomical term. -Identify the gluteal region.

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What characteristic of life involves the removal of waste products that result from metabolic processes?

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Describe the SQ3R method for reading a textbook.

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What type of learner performs best with study groups?

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List and describe the components of a feedback loop.

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Pleurisy is the inflammation of the serous membranes surrounding the lungs. With pleurisy, the inflamed membranes may secrete more serous fluid than normal. Predict the effects of excess serous fluid on serous membrane function.

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Explain how a midsagittal (median) plane differs from a parasagittal plane.

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Negative feedback loops produce responses in the opposite direction of the initial stimulus while positive feedback loops produce responses in the same direction of the initial stimulus.

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A mother breastfeeds her infant. As long as the baby suckles his mother's breast, the mother's mammary glands produce milk. Suckling, the stimulus, increases milk production, the response. This scenario is best described as:

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What are the two major methods by which cells communicate to coordinate their functions?

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Sierra says she learns more from reading the textbook for class than from sitting in lecture. She must be a(n) :

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Patients are always examined while they are standing in anatomical position.

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What best describes the directional term proximal?

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Serous membranes line certain cavities within the:

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A nerve cell releases chemical messengers to trigger changes in a nearby muscle cell. This is example of a core principle known as:

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In laboratory, you will study tissues. This area of study is known as:

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Peggy is having surgery on the right carpal region. A 3 cm incision will be made deep to the skin and muscle, but will be superficial to the bone. Explain to her where her surgery will occur.

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How does the effector restore homeostasis in a negative feedback loop?

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Why should a student use the SQ3R method?

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Summarize the principle of complementarity of structure and function.

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