APPLIED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY, 4TH EDITION
– COMPLETE TEST BANK: 168 QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS | ALREADY
GRADED A+ | 100% CORRECT / (NEWEST!!)
Question 1
The nucleus, which is essential for function and survival of the cell:
• A) is the site of protein synthesis
• B) contains the genetic code
• C) transforms cellular energy
• D) initiates aerobic metabolism
Correct Answer: B) contains the genetic code
Question 2
Although energy is not made in mitochondria, they are known as the power plants of
the cell because they:
• A) contain RNA for protein synthesis.
• B) utilize glycolysis for oxidative energy.
• C) extract energy from organic compounds.
• D) store calcium bonds for muscle contractions.
Correct Answer: C) extract energy from organic compounds
Question 3
Although the basic structure of the cell plasma membrane is formed by a lipid
bilayer, most of the specific membrane functions are carried out by:
• A) bound and transmembrane proteins.
• B) complex, long carbohydrate chains.
• C) surface antigens and hormone receptors.
• D) a gating system of selective ion channels.
,Correct Answer: A) bound and transmembrane proteins
Question 4
To effectively relay signals, cell-to-cell communication utilizes chemical messenger
systems that:
• A) displace surface receptor proteins.
• B) accumulate within cell gap junctions.
• C) bind to contractile microfilaments.
• D) release secretions into extracellular fluid.
Correct Answer: D) release secretions into extracellular fluid
Question 5
Aerobic metabolism, also known as oxidative metabolism, provides energy by:
• A) removing the phosphate bonds from ATP.
• B) combining hydrogen and oxygen to form water.
• C) activating pyruvate stored in the cytoplasm.
• D) breaking down glucose to form lactic acid.
Correct Answer: B) combining hydrogen and oxygen to form water
Question 6
Exocytosis, the reverse of endocytosis, is important in ______ into the extracellular
fluid.
• A) Engulfing and ingesting fluid and proteins for transport
• B) Killing, degrading, and dissolving harmful microorganisms
• C) Removing cellular debris and releasing synthesized substances
• D) Destruction of particles by lysosomal enzymes for secretion
Correct Answer: C) Removing cellular debris and releasing synthesized substances
,Question 7
The process responsible for generating and conducting membrane potentials is:
• A) diffusion of current-carrying ions.
• B) millivoltage of electrical potential.
• C) polarization of charged particles.
• D) ion channel neurotransmission.
Correct Answer: A) diffusion of current-carrying ions
Question 8
Epithelial tissues are classified according to the shape of the cells and the number of
layers. Which of the following is a correctly matched description and type of
epithelial tissue?
• A) Simple epithelium: cells in contact with intercellular matrix; some do not
extend to surface
• B) Stratified epithelium: single layer of cells; all cells rest on basement
membrane
• C) Glandular epithelium: arise from surface epithelia and underlying
connective tissue
• D) Pseudostratified epithelium: multiple layers of cells; deepest layer rests on
basement membrane
Correct Answer: C) Glandular epithelium: arise from surface epithelia and underlying
connective tissue
Question 9
Connective tissue contains fibroblasts that are responsible for:
• A) providing a fibrous framework for capillaries.
• B) synthesis of collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers.
• C) forming tendons and the fascia that covers muscles.
• D) filling spaces between tissues to keep organs in place.
Correct Answer: B) synthesis of collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers
, Question 10
Although all muscle tissue cells have some similarities, smooth muscle (also known as
involuntary muscle) differs by:
• A) having dense bodies attached to actin filaments.
• B) containing sarcomeres between Z lines and M bands.
• C) having rapid contractions and abundant cross-striations.
• D) contracting in response to increased intracellular calcium.
Correct Answer: A) having dense bodies attached to actin filaments
Question 11
Which of the following aspects of the function of the nucleus is performed by
ribosomal RNA (rRNA)?
• A) Copying and carrying DNA instructions for protein synthesis
• B) Carrying amino acids to the site of protein synthesis
• C) Providing the site where protein synthesis occurs
• D) Regulating and controlling protein synthesis
Correct Answer: C) Providing the site where protein synthesis occurs
Question 12
Breakdown and removal of foreign substances and worn-out cell parts are performed
by which of the following organelles?
• A) Lysosomes
• B) Golgi apparatus
• C) Ribosomes
• D) Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
Correct Answer: A) Lysosomes
Question 13
Impairment in the function of peroxisomes would result in:
– COMPLETE TEST BANK: 168 QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS | ALREADY
GRADED A+ | 100% CORRECT / (NEWEST!!)
Question 1
The nucleus, which is essential for function and survival of the cell:
• A) is the site of protein synthesis
• B) contains the genetic code
• C) transforms cellular energy
• D) initiates aerobic metabolism
Correct Answer: B) contains the genetic code
Question 2
Although energy is not made in mitochondria, they are known as the power plants of
the cell because they:
• A) contain RNA for protein synthesis.
• B) utilize glycolysis for oxidative energy.
• C) extract energy from organic compounds.
• D) store calcium bonds for muscle contractions.
Correct Answer: C) extract energy from organic compounds
Question 3
Although the basic structure of the cell plasma membrane is formed by a lipid
bilayer, most of the specific membrane functions are carried out by:
• A) bound and transmembrane proteins.
• B) complex, long carbohydrate chains.
• C) surface antigens and hormone receptors.
• D) a gating system of selective ion channels.
,Correct Answer: A) bound and transmembrane proteins
Question 4
To effectively relay signals, cell-to-cell communication utilizes chemical messenger
systems that:
• A) displace surface receptor proteins.
• B) accumulate within cell gap junctions.
• C) bind to contractile microfilaments.
• D) release secretions into extracellular fluid.
Correct Answer: D) release secretions into extracellular fluid
Question 5
Aerobic metabolism, also known as oxidative metabolism, provides energy by:
• A) removing the phosphate bonds from ATP.
• B) combining hydrogen and oxygen to form water.
• C) activating pyruvate stored in the cytoplasm.
• D) breaking down glucose to form lactic acid.
Correct Answer: B) combining hydrogen and oxygen to form water
Question 6
Exocytosis, the reverse of endocytosis, is important in ______ into the extracellular
fluid.
• A) Engulfing and ingesting fluid and proteins for transport
• B) Killing, degrading, and dissolving harmful microorganisms
• C) Removing cellular debris and releasing synthesized substances
• D) Destruction of particles by lysosomal enzymes for secretion
Correct Answer: C) Removing cellular debris and releasing synthesized substances
,Question 7
The process responsible for generating and conducting membrane potentials is:
• A) diffusion of current-carrying ions.
• B) millivoltage of electrical potential.
• C) polarization of charged particles.
• D) ion channel neurotransmission.
Correct Answer: A) diffusion of current-carrying ions
Question 8
Epithelial tissues are classified according to the shape of the cells and the number of
layers. Which of the following is a correctly matched description and type of
epithelial tissue?
• A) Simple epithelium: cells in contact with intercellular matrix; some do not
extend to surface
• B) Stratified epithelium: single layer of cells; all cells rest on basement
membrane
• C) Glandular epithelium: arise from surface epithelia and underlying
connective tissue
• D) Pseudostratified epithelium: multiple layers of cells; deepest layer rests on
basement membrane
Correct Answer: C) Glandular epithelium: arise from surface epithelia and underlying
connective tissue
Question 9
Connective tissue contains fibroblasts that are responsible for:
• A) providing a fibrous framework for capillaries.
• B) synthesis of collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers.
• C) forming tendons and the fascia that covers muscles.
• D) filling spaces between tissues to keep organs in place.
Correct Answer: B) synthesis of collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers
, Question 10
Although all muscle tissue cells have some similarities, smooth muscle (also known as
involuntary muscle) differs by:
• A) having dense bodies attached to actin filaments.
• B) containing sarcomeres between Z lines and M bands.
• C) having rapid contractions and abundant cross-striations.
• D) contracting in response to increased intracellular calcium.
Correct Answer: A) having dense bodies attached to actin filaments
Question 11
Which of the following aspects of the function of the nucleus is performed by
ribosomal RNA (rRNA)?
• A) Copying and carrying DNA instructions for protein synthesis
• B) Carrying amino acids to the site of protein synthesis
• C) Providing the site where protein synthesis occurs
• D) Regulating and controlling protein synthesis
Correct Answer: C) Providing the site where protein synthesis occurs
Question 12
Breakdown and removal of foreign substances and worn-out cell parts are performed
by which of the following organelles?
• A) Lysosomes
• B) Golgi apparatus
• C) Ribosomes
• D) Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
Correct Answer: A) Lysosomes
Question 13
Impairment in the function of peroxisomes would result in:
