Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a function of body membranes?

Accepted Answer

Transporting oxygen throughout the body

Question 2

Which type of membrane lines body cavities that open to the exterior and is adapted for absorption or secretion?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membrane

Question 3

The cutaneous membrane, also known as the skin, consists of which two main layers?

Accepted Answer

Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium and dense irregular connective tissue

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the serous membranes?

Accepted Answer

They occur in pairs, separated by serous fluid, and line body cavities closed to the exterior.

Question 5

Which specific serous membrane surrounds the heart?

Accepted Answer

Pericardia

Question 6

Which membrane is composed only of loose areolar connective tissue and lines fibrous capsules surrounding joints?

Accepted Answer

Synovial membrane

Question 7

A patient presents with inflammation in the bursa of their shoulder. Which membrane is directly involved?

Accepted Answer

Synovial membrane

Question 8

Which of the following is TRUE regarding epithelial membranes?

Accepted Answer

They contain both an epithelial tissue layer and a connective tissue layer.

Question 9

Which of the following is a correct pairing of membrane type and its location?

Accepted Answer

Pleurae – Surround the lungs

Question 10

Which of the following equations best represents the percentage of body surface area covered by the rule of nines for one leg?

Accepted Answer

$$18\%$$

Question 11

A patient with a third-degree burn has damage extending through which layers?

Accepted Answer

Epidermis and dermis

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a component of the integumentary system?

Accepted Answer

Liver

Question 13

Which membrane type is most likely to be involved in the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membrane

Question 14

Which of the following statements about the cutaneous membrane is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is a dry membrane that forms the outermost protective boundary of the body.

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the tissue composition of synovial membranes?

Accepted Answer

Loose areolar connective tissue only

Question 16

Which membrane type is responsible for secreting a lubricating fluid to cushion organs moving against each other during muscle activity?

Accepted Answer

Synovial membrane

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of the serous fluid found between the parietal and visceral layers of serous membranes?

Accepted Answer

It reduces friction between organs.

Question 18

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the classification of body membranes?

Accepted Answer

They are classified according to tissue types.

Question 19

Which of the following is a correct description of the peritoneum?

Accepted Answer

It covers organs in the abdominal cavity.

Question 20

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of mucous membranes compared to serous membranes?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membranes line cavities opening to the exterior, while serous membranes line cavities closed to the exterior.

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