Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between anatomy and physiology?

Accepted Answer

Anatomy focuses on the structure of body parts, while physiology focuses on how those parts work.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct order of the levels of structural organization in the human body, from simplest to most complex?

Accepted Answer

Atom, molecule, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism

Question 3

A patient presents with a deep laceration on the medial side of the left forearm. Which anatomical terms best describe the location of the injury?

Accepted Answer

Medial and deep

Question 4

Which organ system is primarily responsible for transporting nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular system

Question 5

A transverse (cross) section of the body divides the body into which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Superior and inferior portions

Question 6

Which of the following best describes homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

Question 7

A patient is unable to sweat and regulate their body temperature. Which survival need is most directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Normal body temperature

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of negative feedback in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Regulation of blood glucose levels by insulin

Question 9

If a person is lying face up, which anatomical position are they in?

Accepted Answer

Supine

Question 10

Which structure separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity?

Accepted Answer

Diaphragm

Question 11

A patient has a tumor located in the right hypochondriac region. Which organ is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Liver

Question 12

Which of the following directional terms means 'toward the head or upper part of a structure'?

Accepted Answer

Superior

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a component of a homeostatic control mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Stimulus

Question 14

Which organ system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, and reproduction?

Accepted Answer

Endocrine system

Question 15

A patient is experiencing difficulty breathing due to fluid accumulation in the pleural cavity. Which body cavity is directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic cavity

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the function of the efferent pathway in a homeostatic control mechanism?

Accepted Answer

It sends information from the control center to the effector.

Question 17

Which of the following equations correctly represents the relationship between metabolism and energy in the human body?

Accepted Answer

$E_{total} = E_{catabolic} + E_{anabolic}$

Question 18

A patient has a fracture in the distal end of the femur. Which anatomical landmark is closest to the injury?

Accepted Answer

Patellar

Question 19

Which of the following is a function of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Returning leaked fluid to the blood and providing immune responses

Question 20

If a surgeon makes a midsagittal cut through the body, which structures will be separated?

Accepted Answer

Left and right portions equally

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

Study Guide - Practice Questions