Hesi A2 Anatomy and Physiology Practice Test Bank

Hesi A2 Anatomy and Physiology Practice Test Bank

What mineral is responisble for muscle contractions? Correct answer- Calcium In which of the following locations would the urinary bladder and internal reproductive organs be found? Correct answer- Pelvic cavity What separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity? Correct answerDiaphragm Which of the following epithelial types is correctly matched with its major function?

Correct answer- Simple columnar epithelium-secretion or absorption : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

A tissue examined under the microscope exhibits the following characteristics: cells found on internal surface of stomach, no Extracelluar matrix, cells tall and thin, no blood vessels in the tissue. What type of tissue is this? Correct answer- Epithelia Nerve tissue is composed of neurons and connective tissue cells that are referred to as which of the following Correct answer- Neuroglia Which tissue serves as the framework of the body by providing support and structure for the organs? Correct answer- Connective What is the basic unit of life and the building of tissues and organs? Correct answerCells Which type of cell division take place in the gonads? Correct answer- Meiosis In what area of the body would you expect to find an especially thick stratum corneum?

Correct answer- Heel of the foot

What are the glands of the skin that produce a thin, watery secretion? Correct answerEccrine glands : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

Skin aids in maintaining the calcium and phosphate levels of the body by participating in the production of which of the following? Correct answer- Vitamin D The orthopedic surgeon informs you that you have a broken the middle region of the humerus? What is he describing? Correct answer- Diaphysis You have been given a sample of tissue that has open spaces partially filled by an assemblage of needle like structures. What is the tissue? Correct answer- Spongy bone Which of the following are functions of the skeletal system? Correct answer- Support the body Hemopoiesis Provide protection Which of the following bones is the only moveable bone of the skull? Correct answerMandible Which mineral is responsible for regulating fluid in the body? Correct answer- Sodium Why are skeletal muscle also called voluntary muscles? Correct answer- They are under conscious control.

All actions of the nervous system depend on the transmission of nerve impulses over which of the following? Correct answer- Neurons Motor or ____________ neurons transmit nerve impulses away from the CNS? Correct answer- Efferent Jeffery has contracted bulbar poliomyelitis and it has affected the medulla oblongata.

The doctor warned the family that his condition is grave and death may be imminent.

What functions of the medulla oblongata have warranted such a dire prognosis? Correct answer- The medulla oblongata contains vitals centers that control heart action, blood vessels diameter, and respiration. : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

Which of the following are tropic hormones? Correct answer- Somatotropin Follicle-stimulating hormone Thyroid-stimulating hormone What are the chemical messengers that control growth, differentiation, and the metabolism of specific target called? Correct answer- Hormones Which leukocytes are correctly matched with their function? Correct answerMonocytes-become macrophages Lymphocytes-important in immune response Neutrophils-phagocytize microorganism The heart has an intrinsic beat that is initiated by which of the following? Correct answer- Sinoatrial node Vasodilation and vasoconstriction result from which of the following ? Correct answerRelaxation and contraction of smooth muscle in the arterial wall : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

Where is the following is the blood vessel where exchanges take place between blood and cells of the body? Correct answer- Capillary What is the exchange of gases between the atmosphere and the blood through the alveoli called Correct answer- External respiration In order for inhalation to occur, what must happen? Correct answer- Contraction of the diaphragm, which enlarge the chest cavity and draws air into the lungs Most of the carbon dioxide in the blood does which of the following? Correct answer- It is converted to bicarbonate ions by carbonic anhydrase within red blood cells.\ : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

Blood is prevented from changing direction in the veins by: A) pressure from the heart B) valves

C) suction from the heart D) none of the above Correct answer- B The liquid part of the blood is called A) plasma B) blood fluid C) serous fluid D) none of the above Correct answer- A Blood cells that are responsible for transportation of oxygen are called A) leukocytes B) thrombocytes C) erythrocytes D) none of the above Correct answer- C What is the thyroid cartilage commonly known as ?

A) vocal box B) Adam's apple C) vocal cords D) none of the above Correct answer- B When exhaling, the diaphragm A) Relaxes B) contracts C) does nothing D) none of the above Correct answer- A Which bone forms the rib cage og the thoracic region with the ribs?

A) sternum B) fibula C) occipital bone D) none of the above Correct answer- A : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

the humerus and ulna form the A) shoulder joint B) elbow joint C) wrist joint D) none of the above Correct answer- B

The patella is also called A) breastbone B) Kneecap C) finger bone D) none of the above Correct answer- B The bone that is stationary during the movement is called the: A) insertion B) agonist C) origin D) none of the above Correct answer- C How many origin does a quadriceps have?

A) 4 B) 5 C) 3 D) none of the above Correct answer- A Which part of the brain is responsible for higher brain functions?

A) the pons B) the cerebral cortex C) the cerebellar cortex D) none of the above Correct answer- B : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

How many thoracic spinal nerves are in the human body?

A) 8 B) 9 C) 12 D) none of the above Correct answer- C In which region of the small intestine are most of the nutrients absorbed?

A) the jejunum B) the ileum C) the duodenum D) none of the above Correct answer- A Testes are an organ found in

A) females B) plants C) males D) amoebas Correct answer- C What are the two main parts of the human body's central nervous system?

A) the heart and the spinal cord B) the brain and the spinal cord C) the peripheral nerves and the brain D) the spinal cord and the peripheral nerves Correct answer- B : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

When measuring blood pressure, the numbers represent: A) the systolic and diastolic pressures, respectively B) the diastolic and systolic pressures, respectively C) the pressure in the arteries and the veins, respectively D) none of the above Correct answer- A The superior vena cava A) ascends from the right atrium B) ascends from the left atrium C) descends from the right atrium D) none of the above Correct answer- A The rectum is a part of : A) the anus B) the large intestine C) the small intestine D) none of the above Correct answer- B Where does digestion start?

A) the stomach B) the small intestine C) the mouth D) none of the above Correct answer- C : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

The large intestine mainly: A) absorbs water B) digests food C) moves the food from the esophagus to the small intestine D) none of the above Correct answer- A What is the name of the process that happens in the red bone marrow?

A) hematopoiesis B) bone fusing C) calcification D) none of the above Correct answer- A The vertebral column protects the A) brain B) heart C) spinal column D) none of the above Correct answer- C In the digestive system, the majority of nutrients are absorbed in the: A) esophagus B) stomach C) small intestine D) large intestine Correct answer- C What are the motor units made of A) motor neurons B) muscle cells C) tendons D) none of the above Correct answer- B : https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-test-bankall-possiblequestions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022

What is the name of a state of constant muscle contraction caused by rapid successive nerve signals?

A) tetanus B) muscle tone C) temporal summation D) none of the above Correct answer- A Where does integration happen?

A) ANS B)CNS C) PNS D) none of the above Correct answer- B Which part of the PNS is accountable for the flight reaction?

A) the parasympathetic B) the sympathetic C) the ENS D) none of the above Correct answer- B People who suffer from Type I diabetes are lacking function in which organ?

A) liver B) pancreas C) stomach D) heart Correct answer- B In the human body, which of the following is responsible for clotting blood?

A) platelets B) white blood cells C) red blood cells D) osteoplasts Correct answer- A The tidal volume is the amount of air moved during: A) deep breathing B) shallow breathing C) coughing D) none of the above Correct answer- B At what rate does a healthy heart pump blood while resting A) around 3 liters per minute B) around 5 liters per minute C) around 8 liters per minute D) around 10 liters per minute Correct answer- B Which of the layers of the wall of the heart contains cardiac muscles?

A) myocardium B) epicardium C) endocardium D) all layers of the heart Correct answer- A

The heart chamber with the thickest wall is: A) the left atrium B) the right ventricle C) the right atrium D) the left ventricle Correct answer- D The blood from the left ventricle goes to: A) the right ventricle B) the vena cava C) the aorta and aortic arch D) the lungs Correct answer- C The blood vessels that carry the blood from the heart are called: A) veins B) venules C) capillaries D) arteries Correct answer- D All of the following contribute material to semen except: A) the prostate B) Cowper's gland C) the penis D) the testes Correct answer- C Fertilization typically takes place in the: A) fallopian tubes B) ovaries C) uterus D) cervix Correct answer- A Which of the following statements about the placenta is not true?

A) The placenta serves as part of the endocrine system because it releases hormones.

B) The placenta provides nutrients to the fetus C) The placenta develops from the outer layer of cells on the blastocyst.

D) The placenta is expelled during the menstrual cycle if fertilization does not take place Correct answer- D Which gland(s) indirectly controls growth by acting on the pituitary?

A) hypothalamus

B) thyroid C) adrenal glands D) parathyroid glands Correct answer- A Which hormone is primarily responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characterstic?

A) melatonin B) follicle-stimulating hormone C) estrogen D) testosterone Correct answer- D A patient experiencing symptoms such as kidney stones and arthritis due to calcium imbalance probably has a disorder of which gland?

A) hypothalamus B) thyroid C) parathyroid D) adrenal glands Correct answer- C Food passes through all of the following organs except: A) stomach B) large intestine C) esophagus D) liver Correct answer- D How many pair(s) of salivary glands are in the human body?

A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4 Correct answer- C The esophagus peroforms all of the fowling functions exception: A) connecting the pharynx to the stomach B) Preventing stomach acid from reaching the pharynx C) pushing food into the stomach D) moving food from the stomach to the small intestine Correct answer- D Which layer of the stomach contains blood vessel and nerves A) the mucosa B) the submucosa

C)the serosa D) the cardia Correct answer- B Bile is strored in the A) LIVER B) duodeum C) gallbladder D) pancreas Correct answer- C Which of the following forms the CNS with the brain?

A) the peripheral nerves B) the sensory organs C) the spinal cord D) the cerebral cortex Correct answer- C The part of the neuron that is mainly responsible for transporting information from the cell is called the A) soma B) axon C) dendrites D) sulci Correct answer- B The neurons that signal muscles to contract are called A) neuroglia B) afferent neurons C) interneurons D) efferent neurons Correct answer- D View full test at: https://www.stuvia.com/doc/1571721/hesi-a2-anatomy-and-physiology-practice-testbankall-possible-questions-and-answerslatest-version-year-2022