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This test bank accompanies Anthony’s Textbook of Anatomy & Physiology (21st Edition) by Patton. It contains an extensive set of multiple-choice, true/false, matching, short answer, and essay questions designed to test knowledge of the human body from structural and functional perspectives.Test Bank for Anthony’s Textbook of Anatomy & Physiology (21st Edition) by Patton

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Anthony’s Textbook of Anatomy & Physiology 21st
Edition Patton Test Bank

Chapter 01: Organization of the Body
Patton: Anatomy and Physiology, 10th 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 REF: p. 3
TOP: Anatomy and Physiology

2. Systemic anatomy is a term that refers to:
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 REF: p. 4
TOP: Anatomy and Physiology

3. Physiology can be subdivided according to the studied.
a. type of organism
b. organizational level
c. systemic function
d. All of the above are correct.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Physiology

4. Physiology:
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 REF: p. 4
TOP: Physiology

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

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d. synonyms
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 5


TOP: Language of Science and Medicine

6. Metabolism refers to:
a. the chemical basis of life.
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 REF: p. 6
TOP: Levels of Organization

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

9. An organization of many simN arRcS
ilU elI thG
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peO alized to perform a certain function is
called a(n):
a. tissue.
b. organism.
c. system.
d. organ.

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ANS: A EditionDIF: Memorization
Patton Test Bank REF: 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 REF: p. 7
TOP: Organ Level

11. The reproductive system includes all of the following except the:
a. testes.
b. ovaries.
c. ureter.
d. penis.


ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: 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 REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities

13. The mediastinum contains all of the following except the:
a. trachea.
b. venae cavae.
c. right lung.
d. esophagus.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities

14. The gallbladder lies in the:
a. abdominal cavity.
b. pelvic cavity.
c. dorsal cavity.
d. mediastinum.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities

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15. The number of abdominal regions is:
a. three.
b. five.
c. seven.
d. nine.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 14
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions

16. The abdominal region in which the urinary bladder is found is the:
a. hypogastric.
b. epigastric.
c. right lumbar.
d. left iliac.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions

17. A surgeon removing a gallbladder should know to find it in the region.
a. right lumbar
b. right hypochondriac
c. hypogastric
d. umbilical


ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 14
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions

18. The abdominal region in which the appendix is found is the:
a. hypogastric.
b. right iliac.
c. right lumbar.
d. right hypochondriac.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions

19. Popliteal refers to the:
a. calf.
b. ankle.
c. cheek.
d. area behind the knee.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 16
TOP: Latin-based Descriptive Terms for Body Regions

20. A plane through the body that divides the body into right and left sides is called:
a. sagittal.
b. frontal.
c. coronal.
d. transverse.

ANS: A DIF: MN emoR
rizaI
tionG B.C M REF: p. 16
TOP: Body Planes and Sections U S N T O

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21. The abdominal quadrants are located with what structure as their midpoint?
a. Umbilicus
b. Pubic bone
c. Xiphoid process
d. Iliac crest
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Abdominopelvic Quadrants

22. Humans have similar right and left sides of the body, at least superficially. This is an example
of:
a. anatomical position.
b. anterior symmetry.
c. ipsilateral position.
d. bilateral symmetry.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 8
TOP: Anatomical Position

23. Two major cavities of the human body are:
a. ventral/dorsal.
b. inferior/superior.


c. visceral/parietal.
d. axial/appendicular.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 9
TOP: Body Cavities

24. A plane through the body that divides the body into anterior and posterior portions is:
a. sagittal.
b. median.
c. coronal.
d. transverse.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: Body Planes and Sections


25. The dorsal cavity contains all of the following except the:
a. brain.
b. spinal column.
c. spinal cord.
d. thyroid gland.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities


26. The plane that divides the body into upper and lower parts is the plane.
a. sagittal
b. frontal
c. transverse
d. superficial

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Patton Test Bank
Memorization REF: p. 11
TOP: Body Planes and Sections

27. A somatotype characterized by having a muscular physique is called a(n):
a. endomorph.
b. mesomorph.
c. ectomorph.
d. None of the above is correct.
ANS: B DIF: Application REF: p. 17, Connect It
TOP: Body Type and Disease

28. A somatotype characterized by a thin, fragile physique is a(n):
a. ectomorph.
b. mesomorph.
c. endomorph.

ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 17, Connect It
TOP: Body Type and Disease

29. The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
a. kidneys.
b. gallbladder.


c. right lung.
d. urinary bladder.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities

30. Which of the following is not one of the characteristics of life?
a. Digestion
b. Balance
c. Conductivity
d. Circulation
e. Reproduction
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 5
TOP: Characteristics of Life

31. An idea that is supported by repeated experiments and observation is called a:
a. fact.
b. theory.
c. concept.
d. hypothesis.
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 3
TOP: Science and Society

32. Molecules are:
a. atoms combined to form larger chemical aggregates.
b. electrons orbiting nuclei.
N

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arra S
d inNconTcentricOshells.
d. composed of cellular organelles.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 6
TOP: Chemical Level: Basis for Life

33. Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, and endoplasmic reticulum are examples of:
a. molecules.
b. cytoplasm.
c. organelles.
d. plasma membranes.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Levels of Organization

34. When many similar cells specialize to perform a certain function, it is referred to as a(n):
a. tissue.
b. organelle.
c. organ system complex.
d. organism.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Tissue Level

35. Several kinds of tissues working together are termed a(n):


a. plasma membrane.
b. organ.
c. organism.
d. organ system.
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Organ Level

36. Blood production is a function of which system?
a. Reproductive
b. Respiratory
c. Skeletal
d. Lymphatic
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: System Level

37. The dorsal cavity contains the:
a. brain and spinal cord.
b. heart and lungs.
c. reproductive organs.
d. digestive organs.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities

38. The ventral cavity contains the:
a. thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.
N R I G

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only.
c. digestive and reproductive organs.
d. brain and spinal cord.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities

39. The axial portion of the body consists of the:
a. arms, neck, and legs.
b. neck, torso, and arms.
c. torso, arms, legs, and head.
d. head, neck, and torso.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Body Regions

40. The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
a. stomach.
b. pancreas.
c. heart.
d. reproductive organs.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities


41. Visceral peritoneum would cover which of the following organs?
a. Heart
b. Intestines
c. Lungs
d. Spinal cord
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities

42. A sagittal section divides the body into portions.
a. upper and lower
b. right and left
c. front and back
d. proximal and distal
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: Body Planes and Sections

43. A frontal section divides the body into portions.
a. upper and lower
b. right and left
c. front and back
d. cortex and medullary
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: Body Planes and Sections

44. Axilla is a term referring to which body region?
a. Anterior elbow N R I G B.C M
b. Armpit
c. Posterior knee
d. Groin

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Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Latin-based Descriptive Terms for Body Regions

45. The tissue is not a major tissue of the body.
a. cutaneous
b. epithelial
c. connective
d. nervous
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Tissue Level

46. “Apple-shaped” and “pear-shaped” usually describe subtypes of what major body type?
a. Mesomorph
b. Ectomorph
c. Endomorph
d. Polymorph
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 17, Connect It
TOP: Body Type and Disease


47. Which of the following does not describe anatomical position?
a. Head pointing forward
b. Body standing erect
c. Arms extended from the shoulders, palms up
d. All of the above describe the body in the anatomical position.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 9
TOP: Anatomical Position


48. An organ is one organizational level higher than a(n):
a. system.
b. cell.
c. organelle.
d. tissue.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Organ Level


49. Someone studying gross anatomy would not study which of the following?
a. The location of the heart and chambers of the heart
b. Muscles of the arms and legs
c. The nucleus of the cell
d. All of the above would be studied.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Anatomy

50. The parietal pleura covers theN:
a. lungs.
b. heart.
c. walls of the thoracic cavity.
d. Both A and B are correct.

ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13

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