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(V3.U1.)
1. How many general parts does a cell have?
Three
(V3.U1.)
2. The tubular system within the cell that transports molecules is the
endoplasmic reticulm
(V3.U1.)
3. What cytoplasm componets are responsible for cell contraction
Microfilaments
(V3.U1.)
4. The first stage of mitosis is
Prophase
(V3.U1.)
5. What is "interphase"?
Continuation of cell growth
(V3.U1.)
6. The complicated process responsible for the distinction of cell characterstics is known as
cell differentation
(V3.U1.)
7. What type of tissue is the major component of glands
Epitheal
(V3.U1.)
8. What type of tissue can change its shape?
Muscle
(V3.U2.)
9. The third layer of the epidermis is the
Stratum spinosum
(V3.U2.)
10. Sebaceous glands are located in the
dermis
(V3.U2.)
11. Lower external temperatures result in
Blood vessel constriction
(V3.U2.)
12. A localized skin elevation that lasts less than 24 hours is a
Wheal
(V3.U2.)
13. Lichenification is
thickening of the skin
(V3.U2.)
14. Moles are classified as
Benign Skin Tumors
(V3.U2.)
15. Which one of the following conditions is caused by a parasite?
Pediculosis Corporis
(V3.U2.)
16. What percentage of body surface area is affected if an adult has burns on the chest and abdomen
18
(V3.U3.)
17. Bone ends contain
Very little compact bone
(V3.U3.)
18. The term used to describe the joining of two or more bones is
Articulate
(V3.U3.)
19. The emimysium is located beneath the
Fascia
(V3.U3.)
20. The muscle layer that lies just below the emimysium is the
Perimysium
(V3.U3.)
21. What type of joint joins the sternum and first rib?
Synchondrosis
(V3.U3.)
22. Osteoarthritis is commonly seen in patients who are
Over 50
(V3.U3.)
23. A break that extends straight across a bone is classified as what type of fracture
Transverse
(V3.U3.)
24. Which area is most likely to be affected by tendinitis?
Feet
(V3.U4.)
25. The valve that leads from the right atrium to the right ventricle is the
Tricuspid Valve
(V3.U4.)
26. What are the characteristics of type O+ blood?
Abscene of Antigen A and B. RH factor D is present
(V3.U4.)
27. The pressure in the blood vessels when the hear is at rest between contractions is the
Diastolic blood pressure
(V3.U4.)
28. Oxygenated blood travels from the lungs back to the heart through the
Pulmonary Vein
(V3.U4.)
29. Vessels that lead out of the lymph nodes are called
Efferent Lymphatic Vessels
(V3.U4.)
30. The largest lymphatic organ is the
Spleen
(V3U4.)
31. Lymph is transported through the lymphatic trunk directly to
a collecting duct
(V3.U4.)
32. What are two infection-fighting organisms associtated with the lymph nodes?
Lymposhcytes and macrophages
(V3.U4.)
33. A blood clot that breaks free and travels through the circulatory system until it becomes lodged in a smaller vessel is called
an embolus
(V3.U4.)
34. The pain associated with angina pectoris normally lasts
3 to 5 minutes
(V3.U4)
35. Which of the following is a symptom of cardiac tamponade?
Weak Pulse
(V3.U4)
36. The seriousness of a puncture wound or laceration to the heart or blood vessels is dependent upon the
size and extent of injury
(V3.U5.)
37. The superior portion of the pharynx that contains the eustachian tubes is the
nasopharynx
(V3.U5.)
38. The larynx is composed of
three single and three paired cartilages
(V3.U5.)
39. During inhalation the intercostal muscular contraction permits the ribs to move
forward and slightly upward
(V3.U5.)
40. The amount of air that enters and leaves the lungs with each atural respiration is know as
tidal air
(V3.U5)
41. Aspiration of fluid into the lungs is most likely to cause
pnuemonia
(V3.U5.)
42. A flail chest is characterized by
three or more ribs fractured in at least two place
(V3.U5.)
43. Tracheal deviation to the uninjured side of the chest is most likely a sign of
tension pneumothorax
(V3.U6)
44. The small spaces between neurons are called the
synapses
(V3.U6)
45. What type of neuron has one axon extending from one end of the soma and one dendrite extending from the other?
Bipolar
(V3.U6.)
46. The primary functions of the cerebellum are to coordinate muscular movements and
control activity of the brain itself
(V3.U6.)
47. The "fight-or-flight" reaction is controlled by
the sympathetic nervous system
(V3.U6.)
48. The parasympathetic nervous system is designed to
prevent extensive overworking of the body
(V3.U6.)
49. Grand mal seizures are also known as
tonic-clonic seizures
(V3.U6.)
50. Meningitis primarily affects
infants and children
(V3.U6.)
51. Temporary loss of memory is most likely a sign of a brain
concussion
(V3.U7.)
52. The sigmoid colon is located in the
LLQ
(V3.U7.)
55. The layer of the alimentary canal that is responsible for movement of substances through the canal is the
mucous membrane
(V3.U7.)
54. Waht part of the alimentary canal is between the pharynx and the stomach
Esophagus
(V3.U7.)
55. The ileocecal valve in the small intestine connect to the
cecum
(V3.U7.)
56. Undigested chyme passes from the ileum to the
cecum
(V3.U7.)
57. Beneficial water is absorbed for use by the body by the
colon
(V3.U7.)
58. A patient who complains of having the sensation of incomplete bowel movements is exhibiting a symptom of
hemorrhoids
(V3.U7.)
59. If organs of the abdomen are portruding outside fo the body, the patient has
an abdominal evisceration
(V3.U7.)
60. What is the common symptom of esophageal perforation?
What is a common symptom of an esophageal perforation
(V3.U8.)
61. Kidneys are in the posterior abdominal cavity and extend from the
thoracic to the lumbar spinal region
(V3.U8.)
62. Approximately how many nephrons are within each kidney?
1 Million
(V3.U8.)
63. The length of the ureter in an adult is approximately
10 inches
(V3.U8.)
64. Backflow of urine into the ureters is prevented by
a flap of mucous membrane
(V3.U8.)
65. The urge to urinate is usually first experienced when the bladder contains approsimately
250 milliliters
(V3.U8.)
66. An increased production of urine is known as
diuresis
(V3.U8.)
67. The prescence of stones in a kidney is known as
nephrolithiasis
(V3.U8.)
68. What is the common symptom of renal failure?
Weight loss
(V3.U9.)
69. The testes are two oval-shaped structures that are made of
connective tissue
(V3.U9.)
70. The coiled tubule located on the top and to the side of each testis is the
epidymis
(V3.U9.)
71. Fluid is secreted from the seminal vesicles to help carry sperm through the
ejaculatory duct
(V3.U9.)
72. Growth of body hair on a male is a
secondary sex characteristic
(V3.U9.)
73. How many main pairs does each ovary have?
Two
(V3.U9.)
74. The lower third of the uterus is called the
cervix
(V3.U9.)
75. The second phase of the menstrual cycle begins when
an ovum is released from one of the ovaries
(V3.U9.)
76. Secondary syphilis usally occurs
6 weeks to 6 months after infection
(V3.U9.)
77. Which untreated sexually transmitted disease can result in infections of the prostate and or epididymus?
Chlamydia
(V.3-U.9)
78. An infection that usually spreads from the urinary tract or prostate gland to the epididymis is
epididymitis
(V.3-U.10)
79. Painful menstration is known as
dysmenhorrhea
(V.3-U.9)
80. Abnormal growth of uterine tissue outside of the uterus inidicative of
endometriosis
(V.3-U.10)
81 Aqueous humor fills the space between the cornea and the
lens
(V.3-U.10)
82. What part of the eye is largley responsible for viewing dimly lit images?
Anterior portion of the iris
(V.3-U.10)
83. The auditory ossicles is located in the
middle ear
(V.3-U.10)
84. Movement of the stapes causes stimulation of fluid within the
cochlea
(V.3-U.10)
85. Odors are described as one of the
six primary odors or a combination of at least two of them
(V.3-U.10)
86. Which condition is an infection of an eylash follicle
Hordeolum
(V.3-U.10)
87. What condition results from increased pressure within the eye?
Gluacoma
(V.3-U.10)
88. Twenty five percent of all foreign body eye injuries affect the
cornea
(V.3-U.10)
89. Presbycusis is the loss of hearing attributed primarily to
aging
(V.3-U.10)
90. Rhinitis is best described as
an inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes.
(V.3-U.10)
91. What nasal condititon is considered to be a resulting complication of an upper respiratory tract infection?
Sinusitis
(V.3-U.11)
92. The pituitary gland is divided into two sections called the
anterior lobe and the posterior lobe.
(V.3-U.11)
93. Adrenocorticotrophic hormone(ACTH) is secreted by the
adrenal cortex
(V.3-U.11)
94. Which glnad is shpaed like a pyramid?
Adrenal
(V.3-U.11)
95. Which hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla has little effect on blood sugar level
Norepinephrine
(V.3-U.11)
96. The Islets of Langerhans is the
Portion of the pancreas that has endocrine function
(V.3-U.11)
97. Pituitary tumors often directly affect
target cells
(V.3-U.11)
98. Which of the following is a symptom of hypothyroidism?
Slow pulse
(V.3-U.11)
99. Hyperparathyroidism is most common in
women over 50 years old
(V.3-U.11)
100. Kussmaul's respirations are signs of
diabetic Ketoacidosis