Question 1

Which type of membrane lines passageways that open to the exterior of the body and must be kept moist to facilitate movement, absorption, or secretion?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membrane

Question 2

Which of the following is TRUE regarding serous membranes?

Accepted Answer

They are delicate and never connected to the exterior, and are composed of mesothelium supported by areolar tissue.

Question 3

A patient presents with dry, thick, waterproof skin. Which membrane is primarily responsible for these characteristics?

Accepted Answer

Cutaneous membrane

Question 4

Which membrane type is NOT a true epithelium, lacks a basement membrane, and contains gaps between cells?

Accepted Answer

Synovial membrane

Question 5

Which subdivision of the ventral body cavity is lined by the pleura?

Accepted Answer

Pleural cavity

Question 6

Which layer of fascia is found directly under the skin and consists of areolar and adipose tissue?

Accepted Answer

Superficial fascia

Question 7

A joint injury that impairs the exchange of oxygen and nutrients to cartilage cells most likely involves damage to which membrane?

Accepted Answer

Synovial membrane

Question 8

Which connective tissue framework forms a strong, fibrous internal framework and is continuous with capsules and ligaments?

Accepted Answer

Deep fascia

Question 9

Which of the following correctly matches the membrane with its primary function?

Accepted Answer

Cutaneous membrane – provides a dry, waterproof barrier

Question 10

Which tissue type is most abundant in the deep fascia?

Accepted Answer

Dense irregular connective tissue

Question 11

A surgeon is repairing a hernia and must suture tissue between the serous membrane and deep fascia. Which type of fascia is being sutured?

Accepted Answer

Subserous fascia

Question 12

Which of the following is a correct description of the lamina propria?

Accepted Answer

It is a layer of areolar connective tissue supporting mucous membranes.

Question 13

Which of the following equations best represents the relationship between the total percentage of muscle tissue and nervous tissue in the body, given muscle tissue is 50% and nervous tissue is 2%?

Accepted Answer

$Total = 50\% + 2\% = 52\%$

Question 14

Which membrane is most likely to be involved in the exchange of fluid and solutes with capillaries in a freely movable joint?

Accepted Answer

Synovial membrane

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the cutaneous membrane?

Accepted Answer

It is usually moist.

Question 16

Which membrane type is supported by areolar connective tissue and lubricated by mucus or bodily fluids?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membrane

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the composition of the serous membrane?

Accepted Answer

Mesothelium and areolar connective tissue

Question 18

A patient with a skin graft needs a membrane that is thick, waterproof, and dry. Which membrane should be used?

Accepted Answer

Cutaneous membrane

Question 19

Which of the following is a function of the synovial membrane?

Accepted Answer

Lubricates joint cavity and provides nutrients to cartilage cells

Question 20

Which of the following equations correctly represents the sum of the percentages of epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue in the body, given: epithelial tissue = 3%, connective tissue = 45%, muscle tissue = 50%, nervous tissue = 2%?

Accepted Answer

$Total = 3\% + 45\% + 50\% + 2\% = 100\%$

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