Chapter 01
A First Look at Anatomy

Multiple Choice Questions
 
1.  The early anatomist known as the "Prince of Physicians" was  
A.  Galen. 
B.  Vesalius. 
C.  Pelops. 
D.  Leonardo da Vinci. 
E.  Herophilus. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
Learning Objective: 01.01.01. List the contributions of early scientists to the field of human anatomy.
Section: 01.01
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
2. 
The artist who used dissections to improve his drawings and paintings was
 
A. Vesalius.
B. Galen.
C. 
Da Vinci.

D. 
Hippocrates.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
Learning Objective: 01.01.01. List the contributions of early scientists to the field of human anatomy.
Section: 01.01
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology

3. Anatomy is the study of 
A. function.
B. structure.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.03. Explain how anatomy differs from physiology.
Section: 01.02
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
4. The scientific discipline that studies the function of body structures is 
A. anatomy.
B. physiology.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.03. Explain how anatomy differs from physiology.
Section: 01.02
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
5. Gross anatomy refers to the study of 
A. cells.
B. structures formed by cells.
C. structures not visible to the unaided eye.
D. structures visible to the unaided eye.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.03. Explain how anatomy differs from physiology.
Section: 01.02a
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology

6.  The anatomic changes that result from disease are studied under  
A.  pathologic anatomy. 
B.  systemic anatomy. 
C.  histology. 
D.  surgical anatomy. 
E.  developmental anatomy. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.05. Define gross anatomy and compare and contrast its subdisciplines.
Section: 01.02a
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
7. Molecules are formed from two or more 
A. electrons.
B. organs.
C. atoms.
D. tissues.
E. systems.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Objective: 01.03.06. Identify the major levels of organization in the human body.
Section: 01.02
Topic: Levels of organization

8. 
Which organizational level consists of related organs that work to achieve a common function?
 
A. Organ system level
B. Cellular level
C. Tissue level
D. Chemical level
E. Organ level

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Objective: 01.03.06. Identify the major levels of organization in the human body.
Section: 01.03
Topic: Levels of organization
 
9. At what level of organization is a tooth? 
A. Tissue level
B. Cell level
C. Organ level
D. System level
E. Atomic level

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each level of organization.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Objective: 01.03.06. Identify the major levels of organization in the human body.
Section: 01.03
Topic: Levels of organization

10.  The term that refers to the ability of organisms to respond to a stimulus is  
A.  responsiveness. 
B.  reproduction. 
C.  metabolism. 
D.  development. 
E.  organization. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
11.  The smallest structural unit that exhibits the characteristics of living things is  
A.  an organ. 
B.  an individual. 
C.  tissue. 
D.  a cell. 
E.  a system. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
12.  One of the characteristics of living things is ___________, which causes changes in structures, processes, or traits that increase expected long-term reproductive success.  
A.  adaptation 
B.  homeostasis 
C.  regulation 
D.  responsiveness 
E.  development 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization

13.  The various chemical reactions that organisms carry out are collectively called  
A.  metabolism. 
B.  homeostasis. 
C.  reproduction. 
D.  responsiveness. 
E.  development. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
14.  The system responsible for providing protection, regulating body temperature, and being the site of cutaneous receptors is the ____________ system.  
A.  respiratory 
B.  muscular 
C.  integumentary 
D.  urinary 
E.  nervous 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems

15.  The body system that provides support and protection as well as being a site of blood cell production (hemopoiesis) is the ____________ system.  
A.  skeletal 
B.  muscular 
C.  cardiovascular 
D.  respiratory 
E.  lymphatic 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems
 
16.  The system responsible for the exchange of gases between the blood and atmospheric air is the _____________ system.  
A.  urinary 
B.  respiratory 
C.  cardiovascular 
D.  endocrine 
E.  nervous 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems

17. Which describes the anatomic position? 
A. The body is upright.
B. Palms are facing forward.
C. Thumbs point away from the body.
D. Feet are flat on the floor.
E. 
All of the choices are correct.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A01.01 Describe a person in anatomical position.
HAPS Topic: Module A01 Anatomical position.
Learning Objective: 01.04.09. Demonstrate the anatomic position and explain its significance.
Section: 01.04a
Topic: Anatomical position
 
18.  The word _____ implies an imaginary flat surface passing through the body.  
A.  section 
B.  plane 
C.  direction 
D.  tangent 
E.  figure 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes in which a body might be dissected.
HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections.
Learning Objective: 01.04.10. Use correct terminology to define the three common anatomic planes.
Section: 01.04b
Topic: Body planes and sections

19.  A plane that passes through the structure at an angle is called  
A.  frontal. 
B.  coronal. 
C.  oblique. 
D.  sagittal. 
E.  transverse. 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes in which a body might be dissected.
HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections.
Learning Objective: 01.04.10. Use correct terminology to define the three common anatomic planes.
Section: 01.04b
Topic: Body planes and sections
 
20.  A _______ plane cuts perpendicularly along the long axis of the body or organ.  
A.  transverse 
B.  oblique 
C.  sagittal 
D.  coronal 
E.  frontal 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes in which a body might be dissected.
HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections.
Learning Objective: 01.04.10. Use correct terminology to define the three common anatomic planes.
Section: 01.04b
Topic: Body planes and sections
 
21.  Which best defines "superficial"?  
A.  On the inside 
B.  On the outside 
C.  Toward the end of an appendage 
D.  Close to the attachment of the appendage to the trunk 
E.  At the head end 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major directional terms used in anatomy.
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Directional terms

22.  The directional term that means "away from the midline of the body" is  
A.  inferior. 
B.  superior. 
C.  medial. 
D.  lateral. 
E.  caudal. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major directional terms used in anatomy.
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Directional terms
 
23.  The directional term that means "closest to the point of attachment to the trunk" is  
A.  distal. 
B.  proximal. 
C.  medial. 
D.  cephalic. 
E.  dorsal. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major directional terms used in anatomy.
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Directional terms
 
24.  The directional term that means "in back of or toward the back surface" is  
A.  posterior. 
B.  caudal. 
C.  cephalic. 
D.  anterior. 
E.  proximal. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major directional terms used in anatomy.
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Directional terms

25.  The best term for referring to the rear or tail end is  
A.  caudal. 
B.  cephalic. 
C.  inferior. 
D.  superior. 
E.  lateral. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major directional terms used in anatomy.
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Directional terms
 
26.  The head, neck, and trunk make up the ______ region of the body.  
A.  appendicular 
B.  axial 
C.  cephalic 
D.  caudal 
E.  thoracic 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Directional terms
 
27.  The posterior aspect of the body has _____ enclosed cavities.  
A.  1 
B.  2 
C.  3 
D.  4 
E.  5 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

28. The cranial cavity houses the 
A. eyeball.
B. 
ear canals.

C. brain.
D. spinal cord.
E. nasal structures.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
29.  The bones of the vertebral column form a cavity called the  
A.  nervous system passageway. 
B.  abdominal cavity. 
C.  spinal cavity. 
D.  vertebral canal. 
E.  None of the choices is correct. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

30.  The axillary region is ______ to the pectoral region.  
A.  lateral 
B.  medial 
C.  distal 
D.  proximal 
E.  inferior 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
31.  The anatomic term for the cheek is  
A.  buccal. 
B.  pelvic. 
C.  cervical. 
D.  crural. 
E.  sacral. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
32.  The best view of the popliteal region is seen from the  
A.  anterior. 
B.  lateral. 
C.  superior. 
D.  inferior. 
E.  posterior. 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions

33.  The anatomic term for the foot is  
A.  pubic. 
B.  patellar. 
C.  pes. 
D.  popliteal. 
E.  acromial. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
34.  The anatomic term for the wrist region is  
A.  tarsal. 
B.  carpal. 
C.  digital. 
D.  olecranal. 
E.  perineal. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
35.  One can best see the dorsum of the manus from a/n ______ view.  
A.  lateral 
B.  superior 
C.  inferior 
D.  posterior 
E.  anterior 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions

36. 
The primary function of serous fluid is to
 
A. to minimize friction.
B. a stabilizing force.
C. insulation.
D. energy storage.
E. to provide an attachment surface.

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
37.  The anatomic term for the calf is  
A.  crural. 
B.  popliteal. 
C.  tarsal. 
D.  carpal. 
E.  sural. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

38.  The term "hallux" refers to the  
A.  little finger. 
B.  thumb. 
C.  great toe. 
D.  lateral-most toe. 
E.  middle digit. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
39.  The anatomic term for the hip region is  
A.  sternal. 
B.  coxal. 
C.  dorsal. 
D.  crural. 
E.  sural. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
40.  A piercing in the umbilical region would be found on the  
A.  curve of the ear. 
B.  lip. 
C.  ear lobe. 
D.  navel. 
E.  eyebrow. 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions

41.  A professional fighter hit in the mental region might have damage to the  
A.  jaw. 
B.  ear. 
C.  nose. 
D.  knee. 
E.  shoulder. 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
42.  Pollex refers to the  
A.  eyebrow. 
B.  thumb. 
C.  great toe. 
D.  little finger. 
E.  kneecap. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
43.  A digit may refer to  
A.  a finger. 
B.  the nose. 
C.  a toe. 
D.  the entire arm. 
E.  a finger or toe. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions

44.  An inguinal hernia is in the region of the  
A.  loin. 
B.  groin. 
C.  calf. 
D.  thigh. 
E.  shoulder. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
45.  Which is a physiological description rather than an anatomical one?  
A.  The muscles of the intestinal wall contract slowly and involuntarily. 
B.  The walls of blood capillaries are composed of a thin epithelium. 
C.  The muscles of the thigh are composed of skeletal muscle tissue. 
D.  There are fenestrations (openings) between the epithelial cells in capillary walls. 
E.  The esophageal wall includes a middle layer of dense irregular connective tissue. 

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.03. Explain how anatomy differs from physiology.
Section: 01.02a
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
46.  Which serous membrane covers the external surface of an organ?  
A.  The parietal layer 
B.  The visceral layer 
C.  The muscle layer 
D.  The dorsal layer 
E.  The ventral layer 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

47.  The limbs of the body are attached to the axis and make up the  
A.  abdominal region. 
B.  thoracic region. 
C.  axial region. 
D.  appendicular region. 
E.  antebrachial region. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.12. Define the terms that describe major regions of the body.
Section: 01.04d
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
48.  The median space in the thoracic cavity is called the  
A.  pleural cavity. 
B.  pericardial cavity. 
C.  mediastinum. 
D.  peritoneal cavity. 
E.  pericardium. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
49.  Which is not found in the mediastinum?  
A.  Heart 
B.  Pancreas 
C.  Thymus 
D.  Trachea 
E.  Esophagus 

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

50.  The pericardium is a two-layered serous membrane that  
A.  encloses the heart. 
B.  encloses the kidney. 
C.  encloses a lung. 
D.  provides lubrication for the knee. 
E.  covers the small intestine. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
51.  With a specimen in the anatomic position, you can best see the mediastinum with a _____ view.  
A.  midsagittal 
B.  superior 
C.  inferior 
D.  frontal 
E.  posterior 

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

52.  The abdominopelvic cavity is commonly divided into _____smaller imaginary compartments or regions.  
A.  6 
B.  15 
C.  8 
D.  9 
E.  18 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
53.  The moist, two-layered serous membrane that lines the abdominopelvic cavity is called the  
A.  peritoneum. 
B.  diaphragm. 
C.  synovium. 
D.  pleura. 
E.  pericardium. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

54.  Of the abdominopelvic regions, the one that is the superior of the middle column is called the  
A.  lumbar. 
B.  umbilical. 
C.  epigastric. 
D.  hypogastric. 
E.  hypochondriac. 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
55.  Which abdominopelvic regions have both a right and left side?  
A.  Lumbar and iliac 
B.  Hypogastric and hypochondriac 
C.  Hypochondriac, lumbar, and hypogastric 
D.  Iliac and hypochondriac 
E.  Lumbar, iliac, and hypochondriac 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions

56.  Lateral to the umbilical abdominopelvic region are the _____ regions.  
A.  hypochondriac 
B.  iliac 
C.  hypogastric 
D.  epigastric 
E.  lumbar 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
57.  The urinary bladder is found in which abdominopelvic region?  
A.  Hypogastric 
B.  Right lumbar 
C.  Umbilical 
D.  Left iliac 
E.  Left lumbar 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions

58.  The gall bladder is typically found in the _____region of the abdominopelvic cavity.  
A.  umbilical 
B.  right lumbar 
C.  right hypochondriac 
D.  left hypochondriac 
E.  hypogastric 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
59.  The abdominopelvic quadrants are formed by passing one horizontal and one vertical line through the  
A.  patellar region. 
B.  umbilicus. 
C.  antebrachial region. 
D.  gluteal region. 
E.  crural region. 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions

60.  Which branch of microscopic anatomy is the study of tissues?  
A.  Histology 
B.  Cytology 
C.  Embryology 
D.  Developmental anatomy 
E.  Surgical anatomy 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.04. Describe microscopic anatomy and its subdivisions.
Section: 01.02a
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
61.  Which branch of anatomy specifically examines developmental changes prior to birth?  
A.  Developmental anatomy 
B.  Regional anatomy 
C.  Embryology 
D.  Systemic anatomy 
E.  Pathologic anatomy 

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.05. Define gross anatomy and compare and contrast its subdisciplines.
Section: 01.02b
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology

62.  ______ anatomy examines both superficial anatomic markings and internal body structures as they relate to the skin covering them.  
A.  Regional 
B.  Surface 
C.  Radiographic 
D.  Surgical 
E.  Systemic 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.05. Define gross anatomy and compare and contrast its subdisciplines.
Section: 01.02b
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology

True / False Questions
 
63.  A bone is an organ.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each level of organization.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Objective: 01.03.06. Identify the major levels of organization in the human body.
Section: 01.03
Topic: Levels of organization
 
64.  Surgical anatomy refers to the study of anatomic landmarks used before and after surgery.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.05. Define gross anatomy and compare and contrast its subdisciplines.
Section: 01.02b
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology

65.  The fact that the structures of cells vary widely reflects the specializations needed for their different functions.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.02.04. Describe microscopic anatomy and its subdivisions.
Section: 01.02a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
66.  Organs contain two or more tissues that work together to perform specific, complex functions.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Objective: 01.03.06. Identify the major levels of organization in the human body.
Section: 01.03
Topic: Levels of organization
 
67.  The cell is the smallest living portion of the human body.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
68.  Fortunately for science, there is but one single property that defines life.  
FALSE

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization

69.  The life characteristic of reproduction may be interpreted at both the cellular and organismal levels.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
70.  The urinary system filters the blood, concentrates waste products, and removes waste products from the body.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems
 
71.  The anatomic position allows all observers to have a common point of reference.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A01.01 Describe a person in anatomical position.
HAPS Topic: Module A01 Anatomical position.
Learning Objective: 01.04.09. Demonstrate the anatomic position and explain its significance.
Section: 01.04a
Topic: Anatomical position
 
72.  A coronal plane is a vertical plane that divides the body into anterior and posterior parts.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes in which a body might be dissected.
HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections.
Learning Objective: 01.04.10. Use correct terminology to define the three common anatomic planes.
Section: 01.04b
Topic: Body planes and sections

73.  A sagittal plane is a vertical line that divides the body into right and left parts.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes in which a body might be dissected.
HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections.
Learning Objective: 01.04.10. Use correct terminology to define the three common anatomic planes.
Section: 01.04b
Topic: Body planes and sections
 
74.  The chest is superior to the head.  
FALSE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Directional terms
 
75.  The antecubital region is proximal to the carpal region.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
76.  The mediastinum is a serous cavity.  
FALSE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions

77. 
There is a physical barrier that separates the abdominal cavity from the pelvic cavity.
 
FALSE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
78.  The sigmoid colon of the large intestine is contained within the hypogastric region.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
79.  The right and left iliac regions are found lateral to the hypogastric region.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
80.  The lumbar regions are located lateral to the umbilical region.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.14. Identify the nine regions and four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity.
Section: 01.04f
Topic: Body cavities and regions

Fill in the Blank Questions
 
81.  The work of Greek scientist ________, who was the first to publicly dissect and compare human and animal bodies, greatly influenced Galen, the "Prince of Physicians."  
Herophilus

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Learning Objective: 01.01.01. List the contributions of early scientists to the field of human anatomy.
Section: 01.01
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology
 
82.  The level of organization one step more complex than the organ level is the______ level.  
organ system

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Objective: 01.03.06. Identify the major levels of organization in the human body.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
83.  The state of equilibrium, or constant interval environment, in the body is called ________.  
homeostasis

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Learning Objective: 01.03.07. Describe the characteristics of life.
Section: 01.03a
Topic: Levels of organization
 
84.  The ______ system produces movement and generates heat when its parts contract.  
muscular

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems

85.  The human organ system where the primary hormone is testosterone is the ______ reproductive system.  
male

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems
 
86.  The ______ reproductive system produces oocytes.  
female

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system.
HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Objective: 01.03.08. Identify the 11 organ systems of the body and their major organs.
Section: 01.03b
Topic: Survey of body systems
 
87. 
The antecubital region is ______ to the brachial region.
rev: 11_19_2014_QC_54984
 
distal  or  
inferior

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Body cavities and regions

88.  The muscular partition that separates the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities is the ______.  
diaphragm

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Objective: 01.04.13. Explain the terms that identify the body cavities and their subdivisions.
Section: 01.04e
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
89. The hypogastric region is located ______ to the right iliac region. 
medial

Bloom's Level: 3. Apply
Gradable: automatic
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Objective: 01.04.11. Compare and contrast the proper terms to describe directions in the body.
Section: 01.04c
Topic: Body cavities and regions
 
90. 
The practice of using cross sections of frozen cadavers developed in the 1900s. This field of study is called ________.
 
cryotechnology

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Learning Objective: 01.01.02. Describe the significant technological developments that helped expand the study of human body structures and pass on that knowledge.
Section: 01.01
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology

91. 
Gunther von Hagen invented a cadaver preservation method using reactive polymers embedded in each body cell, a process called ________.
 
plastination

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Learning Objective: 01.01.02. Describe the significant technological developments that helped expand the study of human body structures and pass on that knowledge.
Section: 01.01
Topic: Scope of anatomy and physiology