Q: Which of the following equations best represents the law of mass balance as it applies to homeostasis?

$$\text{Total amount of substance in body} = \text{Intake} + \text{Production} - \text{Excretion} - \text{Metabolism}$$

Question 1

Which of the following best illustrates the principle of complementarity of structure and function in the human body?

Accepted Answer

The thin walls of alveoli in the lungs allow for efficient gas exchange.

Question 2

A patient is unable to maintain a stable internal environment and develops a dangerously high body temperature. Which necessary life function is most directly impaired?

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the difference between gross (macroscopic) anatomy and microscopic anatomy?

Accepted Answer

Gross anatomy studies structures visible to the naked eye, while microscopic anatomy studies structures too small to be seen without magnification.

Question 4

A scientist is studying the structure of the liver using a microscope to observe the arrangement of hepatocytes. Which branch of anatomy is being used?

Accepted Answer

Histology

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Chemical → Cellular → Tissue → Organ → Organ system → Organism

Question 6

A patient is experiencing muscle cramps due to a lack of sodium ions in their diet. Which survival need is most directly related to this condition?

Accepted Answer

Nutrients

Question 7

Which of the following best describes a negative feedback mechanism in homeostatic control?

Accepted Answer

A mechanism that reduces or eliminates the original stimulus, helping to maintain stability.

Question 8

During childbirth, the release of oxytocin increases uterine contractions, which in turn causes more oxytocin to be released. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Positive feedback

Question 9

A patient is lying face down on an examination table. Which anatomical term best describes this position?

Accepted Answer

Prone

Question 10

Which plane divides the body into right and left halves?

Accepted Answer

Sagittal plane

Question 11

A stab wound penetrates the parietal pericardium but not the visceral pericardium. Which structure has been damaged?

Accepted Answer

The outer lining of the pericardial cavity

Question 12

Which organ system is primarily responsible for eliminating nitrogenous wastes and regulating water and ion balance?

Accepted Answer

Urinary system

Question 13

A patient has a tumor located in the mediastinum. Which organ could be directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Heart

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the anatomical position?

Accepted Answer

Standing erect, facing forward, arms at sides, palms facing forward, and thumbs pointing away from the body.

Question 15

A cross-section of the body that separates the superior and inferior portions is made along which plane?

Accepted Answer

Transverse plane

Question 16

Which of the following equations best represents the law of mass balance as it applies to homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Total amount of substance in body} = 	ext{Intake} + 	ext{Production} - 	ext{Excretion} - 	ext{Metabolism}$$

Question 17

A patient is unable to sweat and is at risk of overheating. Which necessary life function is most directly compromised?

Accepted Answer

Excretion

Question 18

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a feedforward (anticipatory) response in homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

Increased heart rate before a race due to nervous anticipation.

Question 19

A patient with a severe burn loses the ability to maintain boundaries. Which of the following is a likely consequence?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of infection due to loss of skin integrity.

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the function of the control center in a homeostatic control system?

Accepted Answer

It determines the set point, analyzes input, and coordinates an appropriate response.

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