Complete Anatomy and Physiology (11th Edition) – Chapters 1–48 – Comprehensive Test Bank by Patton – Complete NGN-Updated Questions and Answers (2026)

Description: This comprehensive test bank covers all chapters (1–48) from Anatomy and Physiology, 11th Edition by Patton, featuring complete, high-quality questions and detailed answers. Updated for 2026 and aligned with NGN standards, this resource is ideal for reinforcing core concepts, practicing exam-style questions, and achieving top performance (A+) in anatomy and physiology courses. Keywords: anatomy and physiology test bank patton anatomy physiology a&p exam questions anatomy physiology practice questions ngn updated test bank human anatomy systems physiology concepts review chapter 1–48 anatomy physiology health science exam prep nursing anatomy physiology Anatomy and Physiology 11th Edition Patton Test Bank Chapter 01: Organization of the Body Patton: Anatomy and Physiology, 11th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of the following describes anatomy? a. Using devices to investigate parameters such as heart rate and blood pressure b. Investigating human structure via dissections and other methods c. Studying the unusual manner in which an organism responds to painful stimuli d. Examining the physiology of life ANS: B DIF: Memorization p. 3 TOP: Anatomy and Physiology 2. Systemic anatomy is a term that refers to: REF: a. physiological investigation at a microscopic level. b. anatomical investigation that begins in the head and neck and concludes at the feet. c. anatomical investigation that uses an approach of studying the body by systems—groups of organs having a common function. d. anatomical investigation at the molecular level. ANS: C DIF: Memorization p. 4 TOP: Anatomy and Physiology REF: 3. Physiology can be subdivided according to the studied. a. type of organism b. organizational level c. systemic function Anatomy and Physiology 11th Edition Patton Test Bank d. All of the above are correct. ANS: D DIF: Memorization p. 4 TOP: Physiology 4. Physiology: REF: a. recognizes the unchanging (as opposed to the dynamic) nature of things. b. investigates the body’s structure. c. is concerned with organisms and does not deal with different levels of organization such as cells and systems. d. is the science that examines the function of living organisms and their parts. ANS: D DIF: Memorization p. 4 TOP: Physiology REF: 5. One of the basic principles of the standardized terminology is the avoidance of , or terms that are based on a person’s name. a. homonyms b. antonyms c. eponyms d. synonyms ANS: C DIF: Memorization TOP: Language of Science and Medicine 6. Metabolism refers to: a. the chemical basis of life. REF: p. 5 b. the sum of all the physical and chemical reactions occurring in the body. c. an organization of similar cells specialized to perform a certain function. d. a subdivision of physiology. ANS: B DIF: Application REF: p. 5 TOP: Characteristics of Life 7. From smallest to largest, the levels of organization of the body are: a. organism, chemical, tissue, cellular, organ, system, organelle. b. chemical, microscopic, cellular, tissue, organ, system, organism. c. organism, system, organ, tissue, cellular, organelle, chemical. d. chemical, organelle, cellular, tissue, organ, system, organism. ANS: D DIF: Memorization p. 6 TOP: Levels of Organization REF: 8. The smallest living units of structure and function in the body are: a. molecules. b. cells. c. organelles. d. atoms. ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7 TOP: Levels of Organization Anatomy and Physiology 11th Edition Patton Test Bank 9. An organization of many simN ilUarRcSellI s NthG atTaB re.sC peOciM function is called a(n): a. tissue. b. organism. c. system. d. organ. alized to perform a certain ANS: A Anatomy and Physiology 11th Edition Patton Test Bank DIF: Memorization p. 7 TOP: Tissue Level 10. An organ is one organizational level lower than a(n): a. system. b. cell. c. organelle. d. tissue. ANS: A DIF: Memorization p. 7 TOP: Organ Level REF: REF: 11. The reproductive system includes all of the following except the: a. testes. b. ovaries. c. ureter. d. penis. ANS: C DIF: Memorization p. 8 TOP: Body Systems 12. The lungs are located in the: a. thoracic cavity. b. mediastinum. c. abdominal cavity. d. cranial cavity. ANS: A DIF: Memorization 12 TOP: Body Cavities REF: