Question 1

Which statement best explains the relationship between anatomy and physiology?

Accepted Answer

The structure of anatomical features (form) determines their function (physiology).

Question 2

Arrange the following levels of organization in the human body from simplest to most complex: cell, atom, organ, tissue, organism.

Accepted Answer

Atom, cell, tissue, organ, organism

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for life in humans?

Accepted Answer

Accumulation of waste products

Question 4

A patient’s blood glucose level rises after a meal. Which process will most likely return it to normal?

Accepted Answer

Negative feedback decreasing glucose levels

Question 5

Which anatomical plane divides the body into right and left halves?

Accepted Answer

Sagittal plane

Question 6

Which body cavity is lined by a serous membrane and contains the heart and lungs?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic cavity

Question 7

A patient is lying face up on an operating table. What is the anatomical term for this position?

Accepted Answer

Supine

Question 8

Which of the following best describes negative feedback in homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

A process that reverses the direction of the original stimulus

Question 9

If a surgeon makes a cut that is parallel to the long axis of the body and divides it into anterior and posterior parts, which plane is used?

Accepted Answer

Frontal (coronal) plane

Question 10

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept 'form determines function'?

Accepted Answer

The flat shape of red blood cells allows them to efficiently carry oxygen.

Question 11

Which of the following is a correct example of a membrane-lined body cavity?

Accepted Answer

The cranial cavity lined by meninges

Question 12

A patient has a stab wound that penetrates the abdominal cavity. Which membrane is most likely to be damaged?

Accepted Answer

Peritoneum

Question 13

Which of the following is the correct order of the body’s structural organization?

Accepted Answer

Organism, organ system, organ, tissue, cell, molecule, atom

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of positive feedback rather than negative feedback?

Accepted Answer

Release of oxytocin during childbirth to intensify contractions

Question 15

A patient is experiencing difficulty maintaining a stable internal temperature. Which requirement for life is most directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis

Question 16

Which anatomical term describes a structure that is farther from the point of attachment to the body?

Accepted Answer

Distal

Question 17

A patient’s blood pH drops below normal. Which equation best represents the buffer system that helps restore homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

$\mathrm{CO_2 + H_2O \leftrightarrow H_2CO_3 \leftrightarrow H^+ + HCO_3^-}$

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the transverse plane?

Accepted Answer

Divides the body into superior and inferior portions

Question 19

A patient is diagnosed with pericarditis. Which organ is directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Heart

Question 20

Which of the following is a real-life example of negative feedback maintaining homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

Sweating to cool the body when overheated

Chapter 1: The Human Body – An Orientation (Study Notes)

Study Guide - Practice Questions