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Which of the following structures is located in the alveolar processes?

 

-Teeth

-Villi

-Hard palate

-Soft palate

Definition
Teeth
Term
The portion of the stomach surrounding the lower esophageal sphincter is called the
Definition
Cardia
Term
The islets of Langerhans secrete
Definition
Insulin
Term
The area in the duodenum where the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct empty is called the
Definition
Ampulla of Vater
Term
The primary function of the gallbladder is to
Definition
Store Bile
Term
The plicae circulares, microvilli, and villi are
Definition
Structures that increase surface absorption area in the small intestine
Term
the first part of the small intestine is the
Definition
Duodenum
Term
The appendix is attached to the
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Cecum
Term
The double-layered, apron-like structure that hangs from the lower border of the stomach is the
Definition
Greater Omentum
Term
the main function of the large intestine is
Definition
Reabsorb water and electrolytes
Term
A chemical reaction that provides energy by the breakdown of food molecules is called
Definition
Catebolism
Term

Which of the following substances is the body's preferred source of energy?

 

-Carbohydrates

-Fats

-Proteins

-Water

Definition
Carbohydrates
Term
The process by which glucose is stored in the liver and skeletal muscle cells as glycogen is
Definition
Glycogenesis
Term
The structure that binds the small intestine to the posterior abdominal wall is the
Definition
mesentery
Term
The salivary glands located in the front of the ear that become inflamed and enlarged during mumps are the
Definition
parotid
Term
The catabolism of fats produces which substance?
Definition
Ketone bodies
Term
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are absorbed in the
Definition
Intestine
Term
The organ that lies posterior to the greater curvature of the stomach and is connected by a duct to the duodenum is the
Definition
Pancreas
Term
When body cells require energy, what molecule is broken down?
Definition
ATP molecule
Term
The outer layer of the intestine is the
Definition
Serosa
Term
The Cricoid cartilage is a
Definition
Ring of cartilage forming the inferior walls of the larynx
Term
The passageway for foods and liquids into the digestive system and for air into the respiratory system is the
Definition
Pharynx
Term
The larynx is located between the
Definition
Pharynx and trachea
Term
the vocal cords are located in the
Definition
Larynx
Term
Which structure has three divisions consisting of naso, oro and laryngeal?
Definition
Pharynx
Term
the function of the trachea is to
Definition
Conduct air to and from the lungs
Term
The space between the vocal cords is called the
Definition
Glottis
Term
The nasal cavity is divided into two portions by the
Definition
Septum
Term
The structure that drains excess tears to the nasal cavity, causing the nose to run is the
Definition
nasolacrimal duct
Term
The cartilaginous nasal septum lies upon which bone
Definition
Vomer
Term
The structure that connects the middle ear and the throat, allowing the eardrum to vibrate freely, is the
Definition
Eustacian tube
Term
Another name for the tympanic membrane is the
Definition
Eardrum
Term
the winding, cone-shaped tube of the inner ear is the
Definition
Cochlea
Term
the nasal sinus located between the nose and the orbits is the
Definition
Ethmoid
Term
Which ossicle of the middle ear covers the oval window?
Definition
Stapes
Term
the large, leaf-shaped laryngeal cartilage that acts as a trap door over the larynx is the
Definition
Epiglottis
Term
Which part of the ear is responsible for equilibrium?
Definition
Semicircular canals
Term
A term referring to a waxy secretion in the external ear canal is:
Definition
Cerumen
Term

Which of the following structures is not an ossicle of the middle ear?

 

-Incus

-Vestibule

-Stapes

-Malleus

Definition
Vestibule
Term
The fluid within the membranous labyrinth is called
Definition
Endolymph
Term
In the physiology of hearing, sound waves collect in the ____and pass on to hit the____?
Definition
External auditory canal, tympanic membrane
Term

Striated voluntary muscle tissue is found in the___muscle tissue:

 

-Visceral

-Heart

-Skeletal

-Cardiac

Definition
skeletal muscle tissue
Term
the white, tough layer of the eye that gives it tis shape is the
Definition
sclera
Term
The layer of the eye that is clear, covers the iris, and contains no blood vessels is the
Definition
Cornea
Term
the layer of the eye that absorbs light rays and nourishes the retina through its numerous blood vessels is the
Definition
choroid
Term
which muscle alters the shape of the lens of the eye to accommodate near or far vision
Definition
ciliary muscle
Term
What structure regulates the amount of light enerting the eye and assists in obtaining a clear image
Definition
iris
Term
Intraocular pressure is primarily dependent on
Definition
Aqueous humor
Term
At the junction of the sclera and cornea is a venous sinus known as the
Definition
Canal of Schlemm
Term
The smooth intrinsic muscle that alters the shape of the eye lens is the
Definition
Ciliary body
Term
the ciliary body is part of which layer of the eye
Definition
vascular
Term
A capillary network of blood vessels within the renal cortex that function as a filter is called the
Definition
Glomerulus
Term
The triangular area of the bladder that is formed by the two openings of the ureters and the opening of the urethra is known as the
Definition
Trigone
Term
Gerota's Fascia is located
Definition
Around the kidney
Term
The kidneys are positioned
Definition
Retroperitoneally
Term
The functional unit of the kidney responsible for removing waste and regulating fluid is the
Definition
Nephron
Term
the most abundant extracellular ion necessary for the transmission of impulses is
Definition
Sodium
Term
The prostate gland secretes
Definition
Alkaline fluid
Term
The first step of urine production in which fluids and dissolved substances are forced through a membrane by a pressure is called
Definition
Glomerular filtration
Term
Sperm are produced by the
Definition
seminiferous tubules
Term
the cup-like extensions of the kidney pelvis that collect urine from the pyramids are
Definition
Calyces
Term
The notch on the kidney through which the ureters exit is the
Definition
Hilum
Term
What is the principal male hormone produced in the testes and responsible for sexual characteristics?
Definition
Testosterone
Term
the comma-shaped organ that lies along the posterior border of the testis is the
Definition
Epididymis
Term
The only artery in the body that carries unoxygenated blood is the
Definition
Pulmonary artery
Term
The pacemaker of the heart is the
Definition
SA node (sinoatrial node)
Term
Which arteries are formed by the bifurcation of the abdominal aorta?
Definition
Iliac
Term
The process by which blood cells are formed is known as
Definition
Hemopoiesis
Term

Which of the following arises from the left ventricle?

 

-Pulmonary artery

-Pulmonery vein

- Aorta

-Superior vena cava

Definition
Aorta
Term
the pancreas lies behind the stomach and duodenum in the right and left upper quadrants and is divided into ___ portions?
Definition
three
Term
Which organ is responsible for the synthesis of many of the coagulation factors?
Definition
Liver
Term
The atrioventricular (AV) valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle is the
Definition
Bicuspid
Term
The inner layer of an artery is known as the
Definition
Intima
Term

Which of the following vessels arises from the right ventricle?

 

-Pulmonary artery

-Pulmonary vein

-Aorta

-Hepatic artery

Definition
Pulmonary artery
Term

Which of the following vessels do not empty into the right atrium?

-Inferior vena cava

-Pulmonary veins

-Coronary sinus

-Fossa Ovalis

Definition
Pulmonary veins
Term
The large artery found behind the knee is the
Definition
popliteal
Term
The large artery that arises from the left side of the aortic arch and descends into the arm is the
Definition
Subclavian
Term
The medial malleolus is part of which bone
Definition
Tibia
Term
The sutures of the skull are examples of:
Definition
Synarthrosis
Term
Characteristics of a synovial joint
Definition
Articular cartilage
Joint capsule and cavity
Freely movable joint
Term
Example of a saddle joint in the hand
Definition
Thumb and trapezium
Term
Smooth, sustained contractions produced by several very rapid stimuli are called
Definition
tetanus
Term
The dense white fibrous covering around bone is the
Definition
Periosteum
Term
An example of a short bone is the
Definition
Wrist
Term
A large bony process found on the femur is a
Definition
Trochanter
Term
The foramen magnum is found in which bone
Definition
Occipital
Term

An example of a flat bone is the:

 

-Wrist

-Vertebrae

-Cranbial bones

-Facial bones

Definition
Cranial bones
Term
The acromion is part of which bone?
Definition
Scapula
Term
The olecranon is part of which bone?
Definition
Ulna
Term
Carpal bones (7)
Definition
Lunate
Scaphoid
Capitate
Trapezium
Trapezoid
Triquetral
Hamate
Term
the only bone in the body that does not articulate with another is the
Definition
Hyoid
Term
the shaft of a bone is known as the
Definition
Diaphysis
Term
The extremity or end of a bone is known as the
Definition
Epiphysis
Term
Another name for spongy bone is
Definition
Cancellous
Term
the vertebrae are examples of what type of bone
Definition
Irregular
Term
The area of a bone where growth occurs until early adulthood is the
Definition
Epiphyseal plate
Term
What bones form the greater portion of the sides and roof of the cranial cavity
Definition
Parietal
Term
The structure that serves as the socket for the head of the femur is the
Definition
Acetabulum
Term
Where are the cruciate ligaments found in the knee?
Definition
Lateral and medial in the knee
Term
A triangular muscle that abducts the arm and covers the shoulder is the
Definition
Deltoid
Term
The rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, and the vastus intermedius are muscles that extend the legs and are known as the
Definition
Quadriceps
Term
The muscle that flexes and supinates the forearm and covers the anterior portion of the upper arm is the
Definition
Biceps brachii
Term
The mandible articulates with the
Definition
Temporal bone
Term
The thoracic spine contains how many vertebrae?
Definition
12
Term
The inner lining of the uterus is the
Definition
Endometrium
Term
The walls of the vagina are line with
Definition
mucous membrane
Term

All of the following ligaments maintain the position of the uterus except the:

 

-Broad ligament 

-Ovarian ligament

-Round ligament

-Cardinal ligament

Definition
Ovarian ligament
Term

The perineum is the:

 

-Region anterior to the clitoris

-Area between the vagina and the anus

-Covering of the abdominal cavity

-Region anterior to the vagina and urethral openings

Definition
Area between the vagina and anus
Term
Fertilization of the ovum generally occurs in the
Definition
fallopian tubes
Term
The hormone responsible for the development and maintenance of the female secondary sex characteristics is
Definition
Estrogen
Term
The structure that provides and exchange of nutrients and wastes between the fetus and mother and secretes the hormones necessary to maintain the pregnancy is
Definition
Placenta
Term
In the ovary an granular yellow body that develops after the extrusion of an ovum is the
Definition
Corpus luteum
Term
The finger-like projections on the end of the fallopian tubes are
Definition
Fimbriae
Term

The funnel-shaped open distal end of each fallopian tube is called:

 

-Mesovarium

-Infundibulum

-Fimbriae

-Isthmi

Definition
Infundibulum
Term
The portion of the uterus above the level of the uterine tubes is called the
Definition
Fundus
Term
The elevated adipose tissue over the symphysis is called the
Definition
Mons pubis
Term
The ovary is attached to the uterus by the
Definition
Ovarian ligament
Term
The middle layer of the uterus composed of muscle is the
Definition
Myometrium
Term
The outermost covering of the brain and spinal cord is the
Definition
Dura mater
Term
The brain contains four fluid-filled spaces called the
Definition
Ventricles
Term
The area of the brain that controls respiration is the
Definition
Medulla oblongata
Term
All though takes place in the
Definition
cerebral cortex
Term
The basic unit of the nervous system is the
Definition
Neuron
Term
The cranial nerve that contains special fibers for hearing ias well as for balance is
Definition
VIII - vestibulocochlear
Term

The peripheral nervous system contains:

 

-Brains and spinal cord

-Crainial and spinal nerves

-Spinal cord and spinal nerves

-Cranial nerves and spinal cord

Definition
Cranial and spinal nerves
Term
Muscle tone, coordination of voluntary muscles, and balance are controlled in the
Definition
Cerebellum
Term
The largest part of the brain is the
Definition
Cerebrum
Term
Which cranial nerve emerges from the medulla, passes through the skull, and descends through the neck region into the thorax and abdominal region?
Definition
X (vagus) nerve
Term
The cranial nerve that carries motor fibers to the tongue and sensory impulses from the tongue to the brain is the
Definition
Hypoglossal
Term
Which cranial nerve can be tested for sensations of pain touch and temperature with the use of a safety pin and hot and cold objects?
Definition
V
Term
Which cranial nerve carries impulses for sense of smell?
Definition
I
Term
Neurons that conduct impulses to the cardiac muscles are part of the
Definition
Autonomic nervous system
Term
The contractions of involuntary muscles are controlled by the
Definition
Autonomic nervous system
Term
The neuroglia are cells that
Definition
support and protect
Term
The cytoplasmic process of a neuron that conducts impulses away from the cell body is a
Definition
Axon
Term
The part of the brain that is a continuation of the spinal cord and forms the inferior portion of the brain stem is the
Definition
Medulla
Term
Which area of the brain produces subconscious skeletal muscle movements required for coordination and balance
Definition
Cerebellum
Term
The fifth cranial nerve is also called the
Definition
Trigeminal nerve
Term

Which of the following neuroglia are star shaped and attach neurons to their blood vessels?

 

-Ependyma

-Oligodendroglia

-Microglia

-Astrocytes

Definition
Astrocytes
Term
Where is cerebrospinal fluid formed?
Definition
Ventricles of the brain
Term
The diencephalon is composed of the
Definition
Thalmus and hypothalamus
Term
The wisp-like roots of the nerves at the end of the spinal cord are called the
Definition
Cauda Equina
Term
Neuron axons that are surrounded by a multilayer, white, phospholipid, segmented covering are called
Definition
Myelinated neurons
Term
Chemicals released by neurons to increase or inhibit impulses are called:
Definition
Neurotransmitters
Term
the bridge connecting the spinal cord with the brain is the
Definition
Pons
Term
the inner lining of the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract is composed of
Definition
Epithelium
Term
Ninety-six percent of the body's mass is made up of
Definition
Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen
Term
The essential component of hemoglobin is
Definition
Iron
Term
A pH level refers to
Definition
Acidity vs. alkalinity levels
Term
The basic living, structural and functional unit of the body is known as the
Definition
Cell
Term
The basic living, structural and functional unit of the body is known as the
Definition
Cell
Term
What is the function of phagocytic white blood cells?
Definition
Engulf and destroy bacteria
Term
The result of fertilization of gametes is a
Definition
Zygote
Term
The roof of the mouth is formed by the
Definition
Hard and soft palates
Term
The teeth are composed primarily of
Definition
Dentin
Term
the set of teeth that erupt at about six months of age and are lost are the
Definition
Deciduous teeth
Term
The main duct of the pancreas is the
Definition
Duct of Wirsung
Term

Which of the following glands are located in the stomach?

 

-Parietal cells

-Crypts of Lieberkuhn

-Brunner's glands

-Paneth cells

Definition
Parietal cells
Term
The portion of the stomach above the level of the lower esophageal sphincter is the
Definition
Fundus
Term
Which of the following substances are absorbed in the stomach
Definition
Alcohol
Term
The function of the small intestine is:
Definition
Digestion and absorption of nutrients
Term
The small intestine is drained by the
Definition
Hepatic portal vein
Term
the pouches of the large intestine are called
Definition
Haustra
Term
The secretion of gastric juice is regulated by the impulses of the:
Definition
Vagus or "X" nerve regulates gastric juices
Term
Testosterone is secreted by the
Definition
Cells of Leydig
Term
Inhibin is produced by the
Definition
Sertoli's cells
Term
The most abundant ion in the body is
Definition
Calcium
Term
The conducting fibers that run from the AV node down the interventricular septum are referred to as the
Definition
Bundle of His
Term
The left coronary artery divides into the
Definition
Anterior descending and circumflex
Term

Which of the following structures are found in the ventricles of the heart?

 

-Pectinate muscles

-Papillary muscles

-Ligamentum anteriorum

-Fossa ovalis

Definition
Papillary muscles
Term
The function of hemoglobin is to:
Definition
Carry oxygen
Term

Albumin, globulin, and fibrinogen are all:

-Plasma proteins

-Coiagulation factors

-Formed elements of blood

-Hematopoietic growth factors

Definition
Plasma proteins
Term
The large vein that drains the head is the
Definition
Jugular
Term
Which of the following arteries does not arise directly from the aorta
Definition
Vertebral
Term
The vessel that delivers blood from the gastrointestinal tract to the liver is the
Definition
Hepatic portal vein
Term

Which of the following is not part of the immune system?

 

-Lymph nodes

-Tonsil

-Spleen

-Thyroid

Definition
Thyroid
Term
The thymus gland functions in immunity by producing
Definition
T-cells
Term
The structure that is located anterior to the esophagus and extends from the larynx to the fifth thoracic vertebrae is the:
Definition
Trachea
Term
The portion of the small intestine that joins the large intestine is the
Definition
Ileum
Term
Another name for the folds of the stomach is
Definition
Rugae
Term
The longest, heaviest, and strongest bone in the body is the
Definition
Femur
Term
The anterior chamber of the eye lies:
Definition
Behind the cornea and in front of the iris
Term
Aqueous humor is found within the:
Definition
Anterior cavity
Term

The ureters enter the bladder:

 

-Medially at the superior aspect

-Medially from the anterior aspect

-Medially from the posterior aspect

-Medially at the distal aspect

Definition
Medially from the posterior aspect
Term
Which membrane lines the thoracic cavity
Definition
Pleura
Term
The region between the lungs is the
Definition
Mediastinum
Term
Which duct carries bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum
Definition
Common bile
Term
Three parts of the stomach:
Definition
Fundus, Antrum, Body
Term
Which ligament stabilizes the duodenojejunal angle?
Definition
Treitz
Term

What valve is located between the left upper and lower chambers of the heart?

 

-Mitral

-Aortic

-Pulmonary

-Tricuspid

Definition
Mitral
Term
Which of the following structures would not be found in a blood vessel?

 

-Tunica adventitia

-Tunica intima

-Tunica vaginalis

-Tunica media

-Tunica
Definition
Tunica vaginalis
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