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Midterm A&P

Study Guide 1st semester

QuestionAnswer
True or False: the two ventral cavities of the body are the abdominal and pelvic cavities. False; thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities
What is the anatomic name for the "heel bone"? Calcaneous
What bone forms the anterior connection between the two os coax? Pubic
Where are the arms in anatomic position? At the side of the body
Functions of the skeletal system can be summarized as providing framework, protection, levers for movement: Blood cell production and calcium storage
The most abundant and widespread type of tissue in the body is: Connective
Which of the following are NOT a type of connective tissue? Bone, Cartilage, Skin, or Blood Skin
The dynamic state of balance that maintains a preferred physiologic range for body processes is called? Homeostasis
The centric rings, or -------, of an osteon are arranged around central or------canal that allow nerves, blood, and lymph vessels into the tissue. lamellae; Haversian
True or False: The primary organs of the respiratory system are the lungs, esophagus, and thymus. False
The unique ability of connective tissue to shift between gel and sol states is called? Thixotropic
What does the suffix -algia mean? Painful
Knowing the bone landmarks helps a manual therapist locate specific soft tissue structures and: identify postural and movement dysfunctions
what is the name for the three tiny bones inside each ear? ossicles
True or False: Spinal and vertebral are both terms used to describe the back bone region. True
The prefix meaning "related to or about the body?" Soma- or Somato-
The pelvic region of the body describes what body area? Hip Girdle (pelvic girdle)
What area of the body is described as the crural region? Lower leg
What is the term for movement away from the midline? ABduction
What does the term acute mean? Sudden or rapid onset
What type of epithelial tissue secretes sweat and salivia? Glandular
What is the best definition of the system level of organization in the body? A group of interrelated organs functioning together to accomplish a specific set of functions.
True or False: The orbital region are superior to the oral region of the head. True
Which of these bones is classified as axial? Sternum
What word part means cold? Cryo
True or False: Organs of the urinary system include the kidneys, bladder, and ureters. True
Bones in the appendicular skeleton include the humerus, tibia, and: Clavicle
What is the proper term for movement along the coronal plane and toward the midline? Adduction
What is the anatomic term for the point of the shoulder? Acromial
What is the special term used to describe the intercellular fluid component of all connective tissue? Ground Substance
True or False: The pancreas and spleen are primarily located in the left hypochondriac region of the abdominal cavity. False
True or False: The thymus carries out key functions for both the digestive and endocrine systems. False
What is the name of the lateral bone in the leg? Fibula
True or False: the brain and nerves are the primary organs of the nervous system True
Why is it important for the manual therapist to sudy anatomy and Physiology? It provide information and rationales for safe and effective application of therapeutic techniques
The location of the navel is best described and ---and--- to the right shoulder. Inferior and medial
An epithelial tissue made up of flat cells arranged in a singular layer is called? Simple squamous
Which of the following are functions of the skeletal system? Site of blood cells production and storage of calcium
True or False: The heart, lungs, and blood vessels are the primary organs in the cardiovascular system. True
What medical term means the expected progression or outcome of a specific pathology? Sequela
The organs and tissue of the skin and nervous system develop from which of the organized layers of stem cells in the embryo? Ectoderm
Which of these is a carpal bone: Navicular, Cuboid, Medial cuneiform, Capitate Capitate
Which bone is part of the axial skeleton? Sacrum
What term means that the specific cause of a disease or condition is unknown? Idiopathic
What is the other term for medial rotation? Internal rotation
What level of body organization is described as a group of like cells functioning together? Tissues
What is the anatomic term for the upper arm region of the body? Brachial
Which type of tissue has the unique ability of generating and conducting electrical impulses? Nervous
How many TRUE ribs are in the ribcage? 7
What type of connective tissue is used to repair damaged muscles? Smooth
Which is the best definition of homeostasis? A range of physiologic balance, or dynamic state of equilibrium within the body
In anatomic position, the feet and palms are pointing in which direction? Forward
What is the anatomic term for the posterior hand? Volar (dorsal)
Turning or pivoting on a single axis is called? Rotation
What type of bone tissue is made up of small circular units called osteons, or the haversain system? Dense (compact)
The anatomic name for the "thigh bone" is Femur
the study of the components of the human body, their organization, and their positional relationship to one another is called Anatomy
How Many vertebrae are in the spinal column 33
The communication, coordination, and control of all other body systems are the responsibility of what system Nervous
How Many thoracic vertebrae are in the spinal column 12
What is the anatomic name for "hand bones" Metacarpals (middle of hand)
What are the four basic types of tissue in the body? Epithelial, muscular, nervous, and connective
What is the definition of physiology? The study of the functions of the human organism and all its component parts
True or False: Muscle, tendon, and ligament are all considered organs of the muscular system False
What bone forms the floor of the skull? Sphenoid
Mature bone cells are known as? Osteocytes
What are the distinguishing characteristics of cardiac muscle tissue? Striated and involuntary
True or False: the anatomic term for the thigh is femoral. False: Thigh = femur and femoral -artery top of thigh
True or False: The nervous and endocrine systems work together to communicate, coordinate and control the other systems of the body. True
Where is the knee located in relationship to the ankle? Proximal
What prefix tells us the term is process, structure, or pathology related to the kidneys? Nephro-
True or False: The diaphragm serves as the structural dividing line between the ventral cavities of the body. True
What type of connective tissue cell secretes heparin and histamine? Mast Cells
What is the anatomic term for the chest region of the body? Pectoral
About 50% of bone tissue calcified mineral salts deposited within the matrix, which is an equal mix of? Collagen fibers and ground substances
What body plane divides the body into top and bottom? Transverse
What bone is the only freely moveable bone in the skull? Mandible
According to the word parts, the term phlebitis means? Inflammation of veins
True or False: Organs of the lymphatic system include the lymph nodes, spleen, and liver False
The regulation and exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide are the responsibility of what Body System Respiratory
What pathology term describes a disease or defect present from time of birth? Congenital
True or False: Fingers and toes can both be called digital region. True
True or False: Tarsal is another term for ankle. True
The prefix inter- means? Among:between
What body region term describes the head? Cephalic (Cranial)
What type of cell forms nervous tissue that protects and insulates and is non-conductible? Neuroglial
Which type of muscle tissue is described as striated and voluntary? Skeletal
Which of the three components of all connective tissue gives it a thixotropic nature? Ground Substance
What is the term for the organs, cells, or tissue that are signaled to change during homeostasis? Effectors
What anatomic term is used to describe the position of two structures on the same side of the sagittal plane? Ipsilateral
What term is used to describe any change in the internal and external environment? Stimulus
What are the two movements that occur along the sagittal plane? Flexion and extension
True or False: both hands and feet are described as the pedal region of the body. False
The abdominal cavity region deep to the umbilicus is called the gastric region. False
What area of the body is a sacral region? Tail Bone
True or False: The pancreas serves as an organ for both the endocrine and digestive syste.ms True
True or False: Organs of the digestive system include the pancreas and liver True
The location of the nose is best described as along the cardinal ----plane and anterior to the eyes? Sagittal and inferior
What body system has many immune responses and serves as the delivery system for hormones and nutrients to other organs and systems? Endocrine
Of the three types of connective tissue fiber , which is described as extensible and resistant to stretch? Collagen
How does the skeletal system contribute to movement? Provides the levers and fulcrums for movement
What is the anatomic term for the point of the elbow? Olecranal
What plane divides the body into front and back? Coronal (Frontal)
True or False: The major organs in the upper right quadrant of the body are the liver and right lungs. False
Which of these prefixes is used to mean skin? Derma-
What term best describes the location of the bones in relationship to the muscles? Deep
True or False: The anatomic term for nose is oro-pharynx. False
What area of the body is the sternal region? Thoracic
True or False: the otic region of the body is the area around the ears False: Auditory region (otic region=eye)
The anatomic term for the collarbone is? Clavicle
The functions of the skeletal muscular system are to create movement of body parts, generate heat, and? Apply tension to the skeleton and maintain upright posture
What level of organization is considered the smallest unit capable of living on its own? Cells
What type of muscle tissue is found inside the blood vessels and in many organs? Visceral
What physiologic change occurs in surrounding tissue when histamine is secreted? Tissue permeability is increased
The major types of connective tissue include fat, blood, fibrous: Bone and Cartilage
True or False: Some manual therapy techniques can affect fertility and the reproductive cycle through their effects on the endocrine system True
What body system plays a major role in the immunity and is responsible for returning proteins and fluid back into the bloodstream. Lymphatic
Functions of the urinary system help to regulate body fluid, pH and electrolyte balances by: Filtering blood of metabolic wastes and eliminating them
True or False: Most of the organs in the endocrine system are also digestive system organs. False
What is the anatomic term for lateral lower leg? Peroneal (artery; fibular)
What bone make up the pectoral girdle? Clavicle and scapula
What is the term used to describe the natural cycle of self-destruction and reformation that bones go through on a regular basis? Remodeling
What movement combines all five of the basic motions to take a body part though all planes/axes of motion/ Circumduction
What is another anatomic name for dense or compact bone tissue? Cortical
What type of tissue has the unique ability to generate force for movement vis contraction? Muscle
What is the name of the bones that form the top of the skull? Frontal
True or False: the posterior area of the head is called the temporal region False
The right shoulder is located--- and --- to the left hip? Contralateral and superior
How would you describe the location of the ear in relationship to the mouth? Superior and lateral
If a negative effect is likely, the treatment is said to be? Contraindicated
Which of the four types of tissue is "avascular"? Epithelial
The suffixes -asis, -asia, and-0sis mean? State of or condition
Which of the four types of tissue capable of complete and rapid regeneration? Epithelial
Why is it important for the manual therapist to know the structures and functions of the skeletal system? We would not be able to recognize structural imbalances without understanding their normal relationship.
True or False: the stomach is located in the upper left quadrant True
What is the anatomic term for the small region around the belly button? Umbilical
What prefix says the term is about a a joint or joints Arth-, artho-
What are the names of the two dorsal cavities of the body? Cranial and Spinal (Pelvic and Thoracic are the ventral cavities)
What is the largest sesamoid bone in the body? Patella
Maturation of the secondary sexual characteristics and propagation of species are the responsibility of which body system? Reproductive
The three most common kinds of cells present in almost all types od connective tissue are fibroblasts, mast cells and Macrophages
What type of feedback is it when the response continues or sustains the original stimulus? Positive
Which cardinal plane divides the body into right and left sides? Sagittal
Which physiological feedback mechanism for maintain homeostasis is most common? Negative
When ligaments are stretched or torn, the injury is classified as? Sprain
What word part means "equal or Like" Iso-
Where is the wrist located in relationship to the elbow? Distal
What type of cells make up the impulse-conducting tissue in the nervous system? Neuron
What does the word "reto-patellar" mean? Behind the kneecap
What system is responsible for elimination of solid wastes and breaking down food into usable nutrients? Digestive
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