EMT Chapter 6 - The
Human Body Pre - Quiz /
Post – Quiz 2025-2026
,All critical life functions are coordinated in which part of the brain?
A.cerebrum
B.brainstem
C.gray matter
D.cerebellum - CORRECT ANSWER -Brainstem
Large amounts of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) are generated when:
A. Circulating blood glucose levels fall
B. The cells function without oxygen
C. Carbon dioxide levels in the blood are high
D. The cells function with adequate oxygen - CORRECT ANSWER -The cells function with adequate
oxygen
Your ability to remain awake is a function of the:
A.cerebellum
B. Limbic system
C. Reticular activating system
D.Pons and medulla - CORRECT ANSWER -reticular activating system
The artery that can be palpated on the anterior surface of the foot is the:
A.ventral pedis
B.posterior tibial
C.anterior tibial
D.dorsalis pedis - CORRECT ANSWER -Dorsalis pedis
, Which layer of the skin is composed of fatty tissue and serves as an insulator for the body?
A.Sebaceous
B.Epidermis
C.Subcutaneous
D. Dermal - CORRECT ANSWER -Subcutaneous
The average adult has approximately _______of blood in his or her vascular system.
A.3L
B.4L
C.5L
D.6L - CORRECT ANSWER -6L
How does respiration differ from ventilation?
A. Respiration occurs when oxygen is delivered to the cells of the body, whereas ventilation occurs when
carbon dioxide is removed
B.Respiration is the process of gas exchange, whereas ventilation is the simple movement of air between the
lungs and the environment.
C. ventilation occurs when air is forced into the lungs, whereas respiration occurs when air is drawn or sucked
into the lungs
D.Respiration occurs when the diaphragm and intercostal muscles contract, whereas ventilation occurs when
those same muscles relax - CORRECT ANSWER -Respiration is the process of gas exchange, whereas
ventilation is the simple movement of air between the lungs and the environment.
Human Body Pre - Quiz /
Post – Quiz 2025-2026
,All critical life functions are coordinated in which part of the brain?
A.cerebrum
B.brainstem
C.gray matter
D.cerebellum - CORRECT ANSWER -Brainstem
Large amounts of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) are generated when:
A. Circulating blood glucose levels fall
B. The cells function without oxygen
C. Carbon dioxide levels in the blood are high
D. The cells function with adequate oxygen - CORRECT ANSWER -The cells function with adequate
oxygen
Your ability to remain awake is a function of the:
A.cerebellum
B. Limbic system
C. Reticular activating system
D.Pons and medulla - CORRECT ANSWER -reticular activating system
The artery that can be palpated on the anterior surface of the foot is the:
A.ventral pedis
B.posterior tibial
C.anterior tibial
D.dorsalis pedis - CORRECT ANSWER -Dorsalis pedis
, Which layer of the skin is composed of fatty tissue and serves as an insulator for the body?
A.Sebaceous
B.Epidermis
C.Subcutaneous
D. Dermal - CORRECT ANSWER -Subcutaneous
The average adult has approximately _______of blood in his or her vascular system.
A.3L
B.4L
C.5L
D.6L - CORRECT ANSWER -6L
How does respiration differ from ventilation?
A. Respiration occurs when oxygen is delivered to the cells of the body, whereas ventilation occurs when
carbon dioxide is removed
B.Respiration is the process of gas exchange, whereas ventilation is the simple movement of air between the
lungs and the environment.
C. ventilation occurs when air is forced into the lungs, whereas respiration occurs when air is drawn or sucked
into the lungs
D.Respiration occurs when the diaphragm and intercostal muscles contract, whereas ventilation occurs when
those same muscles relax - CORRECT ANSWER -Respiration is the process of gas exchange, whereas
ventilation is the simple movement of air between the lungs and the environment.
