Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Anatomy focuses on the structure and organization of the body, while physiology focuses on how the body functions.

Question 2

A physician uses palpation to feel for swelling in lymph nodes and auscultation to listen for heart murmurs. Which type of anatomical study does this best represent?

Accepted Answer

Surface anatomy

Question 3

Which imaging technique is most suitable for visualizing soft tissues such as the brain and spinal cord, and avoids exposure to X-rays?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Question 4

A patient is injected with a radioactive glucose analog to visualize metabolic activity in the brain. Which imaging technique is being used?

Accepted Answer

Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

Question 5

Which of the following is a disadvantage of sonography compared to other imaging techniques?

Accepted Answer

It cannot penetrate bone and does not produce a sharp image.

Question 6

Which of the following correctly matches the organ system with its principal function?

Accepted Answer

Digestive system: Nutrient breakdown and absorption

Question 7

A cross section through the abdomen that divides the body into superior and inferior portions is made along which anatomical plane?

Accepted Answer

Transverse plane

Question 8

Which term describes a structure that is closer to the point of attachment or origin?

Accepted Answer

Proximal

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of a noninvasive medical imaging technique?

Accepted Answer

Sonography

Question 10

Which serous membrane lines the abdominal cavity and covers the abdominal organs?

Accepted Answer

Peritoneum

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Supine

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the function of the endocrine system?

Accepted Answer

Hormone production, internal chemical communication and coordination

Question 13

Which imaging technique is most useful for detecting changes in blood flow in the nervous system?

Accepted Answer

MRI with fMRI capabilities

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a principal organ of the lymphoid system?

Accepted Answer

Kidney

Question 15

Which term refers to the study of tissues and cells using microscopes?

Accepted Answer

Microscopic anatomy (histology)

Question 16

A physician is examining the anterior surface of the forearm. Which anatomical term best describes the location being examined?

Accepted Answer

Ventral

Question 17

Which of the following correctly lists the levels of human structure from simplest to most complex?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Protection, water retention, thermoregulation, vitamin D synthesis

Question 19

A CT scan produces images by:

Accepted Answer

Passing X-rays through the body and detecting their absorption to create cross-sectional images

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the anatomical position?

Accepted Answer

Standing upright, feet flat on the floor, arms at sides, palms and face directed forward

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