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Prepare with confidence for your anatomy and physiology, nursing, and allied health exams using this comprehensive test bank for "The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition" by Barbara Herlihy (ISBN: 9780323711265). Published by Elsevier, this essential academic resource is specifically designed for nursing students, allied health students, and introductory anatomy and physiology students who need to build a strong foundation in the structure and function of the human body. This test bank features hundreds of exam-style questions covering all 27 chapters of the textbook, with verified correct answers and detailed rationales that explain both correct and incorrect options. The content is updated for the 2025–2027 academic cycle and includes multiple question formats such as multiple-choice questions that reflect the rigor of anatomy and physiology, nursing, and allied health examinations. The test bank covers the full spectrum of human anatomy and physiology, making it ideal for course examinations, midterms, finals, and building a solid foundation in the human body. Available across 370+ pages on various platforms, with Grade A+ verified content. What's Included: 370+ pages of practice questions covering all major anatomy and physiology topics Verified correct answers with detailed rationales and distractor analysis Chapter-by-chapter organization covering all 27 chapters of the 7th edition Multiple question formats including multiple-choice questions Comprehensive coverage of the human body, from basic chemistry to human development Comprehensive coverage across all major anatomy and physiology topics: Chapter 01: Introduction to the Human Body – Anatomical terminology, body cavities, directional terms, and body planes Chapter 02: Basic Chemistry – The chemical basis of life Chapter 03: Cells – Cell structure, function, and transport Chapter 04: Cell Metabolism – Cellular respiration and metabolic processes Chapter 05: Microbiology Basics – Fundamental microbiology concepts Chapter 06: Tissues and Membranes – Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues Chapter 07: Integumentary System and Body Temperature – Skin, hair, nails, and thermoregulation Chapter 08: Skeletal System – Bones, joints, and the axial/appendicular skeleton Chapter 09: Muscular System – Muscle types, structure, and contraction Chapters 10–11: Nervous System – Nervous tissue, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves Chapter 12: Autonomic Nervous System – Sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions Chapter 13: Sensory System – Special senses and sensory pathways Chapter 14: Endocrine System – Hormones, glands, and feedback loops Chapter 15: Blood – Components, functions, and blood typing Chapters 16–17: Anatomy and Function of the Heart – Cardiac structure and physiology Chapters 18–19: Anatomy and Functions of the Blood Vessels – Vessel structure, hemodynamics, and circulation Chapters 20–21: Lymphatic and Immune Systems – Lymphatic structures and immune responses Chapter 22: Respiratory System – Structure, function, and gas exchange Chapter 23: Digestive System – Organs, digestion, and absorption Chapter 24: Urinary System – Kidney function, filtration, and urine formation Chapter 25: Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance – Fluid balance, electrolytes, and pH regulation Chapters 26–27: Reproductive Systems and Human Development/Heredity – Male and female reproduction, development, and genetics Sample Questions Include (from Chapter 01: Introduction to the Human Body): What is the branch of science that studies how the body functions? a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Pathology d. Physiology Rationale: Physiology is the study of the functions of the body and how its parts work. Which word comes from the Greek word meaning "to dissect"? a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Pathology d. Physiology Rationale: Anatomy is derived from the Greek word meaning "to dissect". Which of the following is a higher order of organization? a. Molecule b. Cell c. Organ d. Tissue Rationale: The levels of organization from simple to complex are: chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism. Key Features: Verified Answers with Detailed Rationales – Every question includes the correct answer and a comprehensive explanation, reinforcing key concepts and clarifying why incorrect options are wrong Updated for 2025–2027 – Reflects the latest anatomy and physiology exam content and allied health standards Aligned with Elsevier – Mapped directly to the 7th edition textbook (ISBN: 9780323711265) Chapter-by-Chapter Organization – Covering all 27 chapters for targeted review Multiple Question Formats – Includes multiple-choice questions Comprehensive Coverage – From basic chemistry and cells through all body systems to human development and heredity A+ Graded Content – 100% verified solutions for exam success

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, Chapter 01: Introduction to the Human Body
Herlihy: The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition


MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. What is the branch of science that studies how the body functions?
a. Anatomy
b. Histology
c. Pathology
d. Physiology

ANS: D

2. Which word comes from the Greek word meaning “to dissect”?
a. Anatomy
b. Histology
c. Pathology
d. Physiology

ANS: A

3. Which of the following is a higher order of organization?
a. Molecule
b. Cell
c. Organ
d. Tissue

ANS: C

4. The head is located to the chest.
a. anterior
b. inferior
c. deep
d. superior
ANS: D

5. The foot is located to the leg.
a. proximal
b. superior
c. superficial
d. distal

ANS: D

6. The leg is to the thigh.
a. distal
b. proximal
c. superior
d. deep

ANS: A




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, 7. The thigh is to the foot.
a. distal
b. proximal
c. inferior
d. deep

ANS: B

8. The thoracic cavity is to the abdominopelvic cavity.
a. deep
b. distal
c. anterior
d. superior

ANS: D

9. The kneecap is located distal to the
a. leg.
b. thigh.
c. foot.
d. toes.

ANS: B

10. Which organ is located in both the ventral and thoracic cavities?
a. Stomach
b. Liver
c. Lung
d. Spinal cord

ANS: C

11. Which organ is located in the ventral cavity but not in the thoracic cavity?
a. Lung
b. Heart
c. Liver
d. Brain

ANS: C

12. Which organ is located in the dorsal cavity?
a. Liver
b. Brain
c. Heart
d. Urinary bladder

ANS: B

13. Which of the following is descriptive of the location of the reproductive organs?
a. Dorsal cavity and vertebral cavity
b. Mediastinum and the thoracic cavity
c. Ventral cavity and pelvic cavity




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, d. Pleural cavity and mediastinum

ANS: C

14. Which cavity is divided into quadrants?
a. Thoracic
b. Abdominopelvic
c. Dorsal
d. Cranial

ANS: B

15. Which region is included within the right upper quadrant (RUQ)?
a. Umbilical
b. Hypogastric
c. Right iliac
d. Right hypochondriac

ANS: D

16. Which region is included within the left lower quadrant (LLQ)?
a. Umbilical
b. Left hypochondriac
c. Epigastric
d. Left iliac
ANS: D

17. Which of the following refers to the umbilicus?
a. Groin
b. Armpit
c. Navel
d. Patellar

ANS: C

18. Which of the following refers to the lower back region?
a. Groin
b. Axillary
c. Umbilical
d. Lumbar

ANS: D

19. Which of the following refers to the groin region?
a. Axillary
b. Lumbar
c. Cranial
d. Inguinal

ANS: D

20. Which of the following refers to the area in front of the elbow?




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