Human Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the human body,
explaining how body systems work together to maintain life and health through homeostasis.
CHAPTERS
Ch1 Introduction to Human Body
Ch2 Chemistry of Life
Ch3 Cell Structure
Ch4 Cellular Metabolism
Ch5 Genetics and DNA
Ch6 Tissues
Ch7 Integumentary System
Ch8 Skeletal System I
Ch9 Skeletal System II
Ch10 Muscular System
Ch11 Nervous System I
Ch12 Nervous System II
Ch13 Endocrine System
Ch14 Cardiovascular System I
Ch15 Blood
Ch16 Respiratory System
Ch17 Digestive System
,Ch18 Urinary System
Ch19 Immune System
Ch20 Lymphatic System
Ch21 Reproductive System
Ch22 Homeostasis and Integration
Solution Manual For Structure & Function of the Body 17th Edition by Kevin T. Patton &
Frank B. Bell & Terry Thompson & Peggie L. Williamson Chapter 1-22
Q1
A patient has increased heart rate and sweating during stress. This response is controlled
primarily by:
A. Parasympathetic nervous system
B. Somatic nervous system
C. Sympathetic nervous system
D. Endocrine system only
Answer: C
Rationale: Fight-or-flight is mediated by the sympathetic nervous system.
Q2
Which situation best demonstrates negative feedback?
A. Child growth spurt
B. Blood glucose returning to normal after insulin release
C. Labor contractions increasing
D. Blood clot formation
Answer: B
Rationale: Negative feedback restores balance.
Q3
A patient has damage to the cerebellum. Which finding is expected?
,A. Memory loss
B. Loss of balance and coordination
C. Paralysis of breathing
D. Loss of vision
Answer: B
Rationale: Cerebellum controls coordination.
Q4
Which electrolyte imbalance most directly affects cardiac rhythm?
A. Sodium
B. Calcium
C. Potassium
D. Chloride
Answer: C
Rationale: Potassium is critical for cardiac electrical activity.
Q5
A drug blocks ribosomes. What is the primary effect?
A. No ATP production
B. No protein synthesis
C. No DNA replication
D. No lipid formation
Answer: B
Rationale: Ribosomes make proteins.
Q6
Which structure prevents food from entering the airway?
A. Diaphragm
B. Epiglottis
, C. Trachea
D. Bronchi
Answer: B
Rationale: Epiglottis closes during swallowing.
Q7
A patient has low hemoglobin. The main expected symptom is:
A. High blood pressure
B. Low oxygen delivery
C. Increased digestion
D. Muscle hypertrophy
Answer: B
Rationale: Hemoglobin carries oxygen.
Q8
Which hormone increases blood glucose levels?
A. Insulin
B. Glucagon
C. Estrogen
D. Melatonin
Answer: B
Rationale: Glucagon raises blood glucose.
Q9
Which kidney structure is responsible for filtration?
A. Loop of Henle
B. Glomerulus
C. Ureter
D. Bladder