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Bernice Ruiz

Practice Exam Physiology

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The primary organ of the lymphatic system is the thymus
Interferon inhibits the spread of: viruses and cancer.
Masses of lymphoid tissue located in a protective ring under the mucous membranes in the mouth and the back of the throat are called tonsils
Which of the following is a true statement? Lymph from the entire body, except the upper right quadrant, drains eventually into the thoracic duct.
During their residence in the thymus, pre-T cells develop into _____, cells that proliferate as rapidly as any in the body. thymocytes
The main difference between the composition of lymph and interstitial fluid and the composition of plasma is the _____ percentage of _____ in lymph and interstitial fluid. lower; proteins
Which of the following is not a lymph organ? Pancreas
Lymph ducts empty into the circulatory system, draining into the: subclavian veins.
Adaptive immunity, part of the body’s third line of defense, is orchestrated by two different classes of a type of white blood cell called the lymphocyte.
The spleen is located in the _____ region. left hypochondriac
Which of the following is not an accessory structure of the respiratory system? Trachea
The small, leaf-shaped cartilage behind the tongue and hyoid bone is the: epiglottis
Which of the following is true of the intrinsic muscles of the larynx? They serve in voice production.
The total number of lobes in both lungs is: 5
All of the following are true regarding the structure of Surfactant except: produced in the main stem bronchus (surface-active complex of phospholipids and proteins , keeps the lung inflated at the end of respiration, formed by type II alveolar cells
The external openings to the nasal cavities can be referred to as: nostrils. anterior nares. external nares.( all of the above.)
Which of the following is true of the cribriform plate? It separates the nasal and cranial cavities.
The structures that deflect air as it passes through the nose are called: conchae
Which of the following lists the correct sequence of air as it passes through the nose into the pharynx? Anterior nares vestibule inferior, middle, and superior meatus posterior nares
In the right lung, the superior and middle lobes are separated by the: horizontal fissure.
Microvilli can be found in the: stomach and large intestine.
The part of the colon that lies in the vertical position, on the left side of the abdomen, extending from a point below the stomach and spleen to the level of the iliac crest is the _____ colon. descending
Approximately how much saliva do the three pairs of compound tubuloalveolar glands (parotids, submandibulars, and sublinguals) secrete each day? 1 liter
The most essential part of bile is: bile salts.
Bile is secreted by: hepatic cells.
The right angle between the transverse colon and the ascending colon is the: hepatic flexure.
Which of the following is not a lobe of the liver? Medial lobe
Surgical removal of the gallbladder is referred to as: cholecystectomy.
Which of the following salivary glands produces only a mucus type of saliva? Sublinguals
Which of the following structures is anatomically the longest? Ileum
Of all the blood pumped per minute by the heart, approximately ____ goes through the kidneys. 1/5
Substances travel from the glomerulus into the glomerular capsule by the process of: filtration.
Which of the following is(are) classified as an accessory organ of the urinary system? Ureters, Urinary bladder ,Urethra (All of the above )
Which hormone tends to decrease the amount of urine produced? Aldosterone ADH
The portion of the nephron tubule that is essentially always impermeable to water is the: ascending nephron loop.
Which of the following is not a part of the glomerular-capsular membrane? Parietal layer of the glomerular capsule
The calyces of the kidney join together to form a large collection reservoir called the: renal pelvis.
The portion of the nephron that empties into a calyx is the: collecting tubule.
Which of the following is the approximate threshold level for the reabsorption of glucose? 300 mg/100 ml
The normal osmotic pressure of the capsular filtrate is _____ mm Hg. 0
Figure 8.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates the iliac crest? A
Figure 17.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates a gland that secretes melatonin. C
Figure 16.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the transparent portion of the fibrous layer. D
Figure 19.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates anchor points for chordae tendineae, composed of cells from the myocardium. B
Figure 20.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the blood vessel layer that is comprised of circular and longitudinal smooth muscle. C
Figure 21.2 Use this illustration to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates where lymph collected from the right arm enters the bloodstream. A
Figure 21.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates collagen fibers that anchor lymphatic capillaries to surrounding connective tissue. D
The tightly coiled tube of the epididymis measures _____ feet in length. 20
The final stage in the process of ovarian follicle development is the: corpus albicans.
The urethral orifice is _____ to the vagina opening. anterior
Which of the following is not a supporting structure of the male reproductive system? Prostate
The layer that is incomplete because it covers none of the cervix and only part of the body is called the: parietal peritoneum.
Which of the following is(are) not classified as an accessory organ(s) of the reproductive system in the male? Testes
Which of the following hormones causes ejection of milk into the mammary ducts, making it accessible for the infant? Oxytocin
Mechanical support and protection for developing germ cells in the testis are provided by: Sertoli cells.
The region between the vaginal orifice and the anus is called the: perineum.
Figure 25.3 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the female erectile tissue that is homologous to the penis. E
Figure 12.2 Use the diagrams above to answer the following questions. Identify which diagram represents a cell that produces a myelin sheath in the central nervous system. E
Figure 12.1 Use the diagram pictured above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the region of a neuron with a name that means "little hill." B
Figure 19.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates anchor points for chordae tendineae, composed of cells from the myocardium. You Answered B
Figure 17.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the hypophysis. A
Figure 25.3 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the gland that secretes lubricating mucus into the vaginal orifice. C
Figure 22.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates structures that assist in filtering, heating, and humidifying inspired air. A
Figure 21.2 Use this illustration to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates lymph nodes that direct lymph fluid to the jugular trunks. B
Figure 23.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the cardia of the stomach A
Figure 17.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates a gland that secretes corticosteroids. D
Figure 4.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates microvilli? E
Figure 2.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates the rough endoplasmic reticulum? C
Figure 5.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates projections from the dermis that reduce blister formation? E
Figure 22.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates Ciliated cells in this layer transport mucus laden with dust, bacteria, pollen, and viruses towards the pharynx. C
Figure 14.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates a tactile corpuscle (Meissner's corpuscle) that is responsive to light pressure? B
Figure 20.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the layer common to all blood vessels regardless of their size. A
Figure 1.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates the popliteal region? E
Figure 24.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the major calyx. E
Figure 11.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the Orbicularis oris. D
Figure 12.1 Use the diagram pictured above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates a Schwann cell. C
Figure 25.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the cervix. E
Figure 4.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates a cellular junction that prevents molecules from passing between epithelial cells? A
Figure 1.1 Which letter indicates the umbilical region? B
Figure 24.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the region of the nephron with receptors sensitive to antidiuretic hormone (ADH). C
Figure 23.3 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the root canal. E
Figure 2.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates the plasma membrane? B
Figure 11.3 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the Deltoid. B
Figure 23.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the cystic duct. C
Figure 24.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the vasa recta. E
Figure 21.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates collagen fibers that anchor lymphatic capillaries to surrounding connective tissue. D
Figure 11.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the Linea alba. B
Figure 18.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the fraction of leukocytes that represents lymphocytes. D
Figure 15.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates the celiac ganglion and plexus? C
Figure 18.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the formed element of the blood that is packed with molecules of hemoglobin. A
Figure 11.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the Masseter. E
Figure 17.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates an organ that secretes hormones controlling blood sugar levels. E
Figure 24.3 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the efferent arteriole. A
Figure 19.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the left common carotid artery. Correct! A
Figure 17.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates a gland that secretes a hormone controlling basal metabolic rate. B
Figure 25.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the site of sperm maturation and storage. C
Figure 16.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the structure that is important in equalizing air pressure on both sides of the eardrum. E
Figure 22.3 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Identify the letter that indicates the cartilage that has a laryngeal prominence that is also known as the "Adam's apple." D
Figure 5.2 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates cells that produce melanin in the hair root? D
Figure 13.1 Use the diagram above to answer the following questions. Which letter indicates the primary visual cortex, which receives information from neurons in the retina of the eye? E
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