d. All of the above are correct.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology 10th Edition PattonTest Bank All Chapters 1 - 4. Physiology:
39 Complete Guide 2025 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.
Chapter 01: Organization of the Body d. is the science that examines the function of living organisms and their parts.
Patton: Anatomy and Physiology, 10th Edition
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Physiology
MULTIPLE CHOICE
5. One of the basic principles of the standardized terminology is the avoidance of , or
1. Which of the following describes anatomy? terms that are based on a person’s name.
a. Using devices to investigate parameters such as heart rate and blood pressure a. homonyms
b. Investigating human structure via dissections and other methods b. antonyms
c. Studying the unusual manner in which an organism responds to painful stimuli c. eponyms
d. Examining the physiology of life d. synonyms
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 3 ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 5
TOP: Anatomy and Physiology
2. Systemic anatomy is a term that refers to: TOP: Language of Science and Medicine
a. physiological investigation at a microscopic level.
b. anatomical investigation that begins in the head and neck and concludes at the feet. 6. Metabolism refers to:
a. the chemical basis of life.
c. anatomical investigation that uses an approach of studying the body by
b. the sum of all the physical and chemical reactions occurring in the body.
systems—groups of organs having a common function.
c. an organization of similar cells specialized to perform a certain function.
d. anatomical investigation at the molecular level.
d. a subdivision of physiology.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Anatomy and Physiology ANS: B DIF: Application REF: p. 5 TOP: Characteristics of Life
3. Physiology can be subdivided according to the studied. 7. From smallest to largest, the levels of organization of the body are:
a. type of organism a. organism, chemical, tissue, cellular, organ, system, organelle.
b. organizational level b. chemical, microscopic, cellular, tissue, organ, system, organism.
c. systemic function 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 ellI
sNthG
atTaB
re.sC ciM
peO alized to perform a certain function is
called a(n):
a. tissue.
b. organism.
c. system.
d. organ.
, ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Tissue Level 15. The number of abdominal regions is:
a. three.
10. An organ is one organizational level lower than a(n): b. five.
a. system. c. seven.
b. cell. d. nine.
c. organelle.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 14
d. tissue. TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Organ Level 16. The abdominal region in which the urinary bladder is found is the:
a. hypogastric.
11. The reproductive system includes all of the following except the: b. epigastric.
a. testes. c. right lumbar.
b. ovaries. d. left iliac.
c. ureter.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
d. penis. TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
17. A surgeon removing a gallbladder should know to find it in the region.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 8
TOP: Body Systems a. right lumbar
b. right hypochondriac
12. The lungs are located in the: c. hypogastric
a. thoracic cavity. d. umbilical
b. mediastinum.
c. abdominal cavity.
d. cranial cavity. ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 14
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities 18. The abdominal region in which the appendix is found is the:
a. hypogastric.
13. The mediastinum contains all of the following except the: b. right iliac.
a. trachea. c. right lumbar.
b. venae cavae. d. right hypochondriac.
c. right lung.
d. esophagus. ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities 19. Popliteal refers to the:
a. calf.
14. The gallbladder lies in the: b. ankle.
a. abdominal cavity. c. cheek.
b. pelvic cavity. d. area behind the knee.
c. dorsal cavity.
d. mediastinum. ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 16
TOP: Latin-based Descriptive Terms for Body Regions
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities 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
, ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 11
21. The abdominal quadrants are located with what structure as their midpoint? TOP: Body Planes and Sections
a. Umbilicus
b. Pubic bone 27. A somatotype characterized by having a muscular physique is called a(n):
c. Xiphoid process a. endomorph.
d. Iliac crest b. mesomorph.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13 c. ectomorph.
TOP: Abdominopelvic Quadrants d. None of the above is correct.
ANS: B DIF: Application REF: p. 17, Connect It
22. Humans have similar right and left sides of the body, at least superficially. This is an example TOP: Body Type and Disease
of:
a. anatomical position. 28. A somatotype characterized by a thin, fragile physique is a(n):
b. anterior symmetry. a. ectomorph.
c. ipsilateral position. b. mesomorph.
d. bilateral symmetry. c. endomorph.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 8 ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 17, Connect It
TOP: Anatomical Position TOP: Body Type and Disease
23. Two major cavities of the human body are: 29. The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
a. ventral/dorsal. a. kidneys.
b. inferior/superior. b. gallbladder.
c. visceral/parietal. c. right lung.
d. axial/appendicular. d. urinary bladder.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 9 ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities TOP: Body Cavities
24. The dorsal cavity contains all of the following except the: 30. Which of the following is not one of the characteristics of life?
a. brain. a. Digestion
b. spinal column. b. Balance
c. spinal cord. c. Conductivity
d. thyroid gland. d. Circulation
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12 e. Reproduction
TOP: Body Cavities ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 5
TOP: Characteristics of Life
25. A plane through the body that divides the body into anterior and posterior portions is:
a. sagittal. 31. An idea that is supported by repeated experiments and observation is called a:
b. median. a. fact.
c. coronal. b. theory.
d. transverse. c. concept.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10 d. hypothesis.
TOP: Body Planes and Sections ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 3
TOP: Science and Society
26. The plane that divides the body into upper and lower parts is the plane.
a. sagittal 32. Molecules are:
b. frontal a. atoms combined to form larger chemical aggregates.
c. transverse b. electrons orbiting nuclei.
d. superficial N
, c. a complex of electrons a rraU
n g eS
d inNconTcentricOshells. b. heart and lungs only.
d. composed of cellular organelles. c. digestive and reproductive organs.
d. brain and spinal cord.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 6
TOP: Chemical Level: Basis for Life ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities
33. Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, and endoplasmic reticulum are examples of:
a. molecules. 39. The axial portion of the body consists of the:
b. cytoplasm. a. arms, neck, and legs.
c. organelles. b. neck, torso, and arms.
d. plasma membranes. c. torso, arms, legs, and head.
d. head, neck, and torso.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Levels of Organization ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Body Regions
34. When many similar cells specialize to perform a certain function, it is referred to as a(n):
a. tissue. 40. The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
b. organelle. a. stomach.
c. organ system complex. b. pancreas.
d. organism. c. heart.
d. reproductive organs.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Tissue Level ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities
35. Several kinds of tissues working together are termed a(n):
41. Visceral peritoneum would cover which of the following organs?
a. plasma membrane. a. Heart
b. organ. b. Intestines
c. organism. c. Lungs
d. organ system. d. Spinal cord
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7 ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Organ Level TOP: Body Cavities
36. Blood production is a function of which system? 42. A sagittal section divides the body into portions.
a. Reproductive a. upper and lower
b. Respiratory b. right and left
c. Skeletal c. front and back
d. Lymphatic d. proximal and distal
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7 ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: System Level TOP: Body Planes and Sections
37. The dorsal cavity contains the: 43. A frontal section divides the body into portions.
a. brain and spinal cord. a. upper and lower
b. heart and lungs. b. right and left
c. reproductive organs. c. front and back
d. digestive organs. d. cortex and medullary
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12 ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: Body Cavities TOP: Body Planes and Sections
38. The ventral cavity contains the: 44. Axilla is a term referring to which body region?
a. thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities. a. Anterior elbow N R I G B.C M
N R I G b. Armpit
c. Posterior knee
d. Groin
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology 10th Edition PattonTest Bank All Chapters 1 - 4. Physiology:
39 Complete Guide 2025 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.
Chapter 01: Organization of the Body d. is the science that examines the function of living organisms and their parts.
Patton: Anatomy and Physiology, 10th Edition
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Physiology
MULTIPLE CHOICE
5. One of the basic principles of the standardized terminology is the avoidance of , or
1. Which of the following describes anatomy? terms that are based on a person’s name.
a. Using devices to investigate parameters such as heart rate and blood pressure a. homonyms
b. Investigating human structure via dissections and other methods b. antonyms
c. Studying the unusual manner in which an organism responds to painful stimuli c. eponyms
d. Examining the physiology of life d. synonyms
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 3 ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 5
TOP: Anatomy and Physiology
2. Systemic anatomy is a term that refers to: TOP: Language of Science and Medicine
a. physiological investigation at a microscopic level.
b. anatomical investigation that begins in the head and neck and concludes at the feet. 6. Metabolism refers to:
a. the chemical basis of life.
c. anatomical investigation that uses an approach of studying the body by
b. the sum of all the physical and chemical reactions occurring in the body.
systems—groups of organs having a common function.
c. an organization of similar cells specialized to perform a certain function.
d. anatomical investigation at the molecular level.
d. a subdivision of physiology.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 4
TOP: Anatomy and Physiology ANS: B DIF: Application REF: p. 5 TOP: Characteristics of Life
3. Physiology can be subdivided according to the studied. 7. From smallest to largest, the levels of organization of the body are:
a. type of organism a. organism, chemical, tissue, cellular, organ, system, organelle.
b. organizational level b. chemical, microscopic, cellular, tissue, organ, system, organism.
c. systemic function 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 ellI
sNthG
atTaB
re.sC ciM
peO alized to perform a certain function is
called a(n):
a. tissue.
b. organism.
c. system.
d. organ.
, ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Tissue Level 15. The number of abdominal regions is:
a. three.
10. An organ is one organizational level lower than a(n): b. five.
a. system. c. seven.
b. cell. d. nine.
c. organelle.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 14
d. tissue. TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Organ Level 16. The abdominal region in which the urinary bladder is found is the:
a. hypogastric.
11. The reproductive system includes all of the following except the: b. epigastric.
a. testes. c. right lumbar.
b. ovaries. d. left iliac.
c. ureter.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
d. penis. TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
17. A surgeon removing a gallbladder should know to find it in the region.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 8
TOP: Body Systems a. right lumbar
b. right hypochondriac
12. The lungs are located in the: c. hypogastric
a. thoracic cavity. d. umbilical
b. mediastinum.
c. abdominal cavity.
d. cranial cavity. ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 14
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities 18. The abdominal region in which the appendix is found is the:
a. hypogastric.
13. The mediastinum contains all of the following except the: b. right iliac.
a. trachea. c. right lumbar.
b. venae cavae. d. right hypochondriac.
c. right lung.
d. esophagus. ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Abdominopelvic Regions
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities 19. Popliteal refers to the:
a. calf.
14. The gallbladder lies in the: b. ankle.
a. abdominal cavity. c. cheek.
b. pelvic cavity. d. area behind the knee.
c. dorsal cavity.
d. mediastinum. ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 16
TOP: Latin-based Descriptive Terms for Body Regions
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities 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
, ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 11
21. The abdominal quadrants are located with what structure as their midpoint? TOP: Body Planes and Sections
a. Umbilicus
b. Pubic bone 27. A somatotype characterized by having a muscular physique is called a(n):
c. Xiphoid process a. endomorph.
d. Iliac crest b. mesomorph.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13 c. ectomorph.
TOP: Abdominopelvic Quadrants d. None of the above is correct.
ANS: B DIF: Application REF: p. 17, Connect It
22. Humans have similar right and left sides of the body, at least superficially. This is an example TOP: Body Type and Disease
of:
a. anatomical position. 28. A somatotype characterized by a thin, fragile physique is a(n):
b. anterior symmetry. a. ectomorph.
c. ipsilateral position. b. mesomorph.
d. bilateral symmetry. c. endomorph.
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 8 ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 17, Connect It
TOP: Anatomical Position TOP: Body Type and Disease
23. Two major cavities of the human body are: 29. The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
a. ventral/dorsal. a. kidneys.
b. inferior/superior. b. gallbladder.
c. visceral/parietal. c. right lung.
d. axial/appendicular. d. urinary bladder.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 9 ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities TOP: Body Cavities
24. The dorsal cavity contains all of the following except the: 30. Which of the following is not one of the characteristics of life?
a. brain. a. Digestion
b. spinal column. b. Balance
c. spinal cord. c. Conductivity
d. thyroid gland. d. Circulation
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12 e. Reproduction
TOP: Body Cavities ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 5
TOP: Characteristics of Life
25. A plane through the body that divides the body into anterior and posterior portions is:
a. sagittal. 31. An idea that is supported by repeated experiments and observation is called a:
b. median. a. fact.
c. coronal. b. theory.
d. transverse. c. concept.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10 d. hypothesis.
TOP: Body Planes and Sections ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 3
TOP: Science and Society
26. The plane that divides the body into upper and lower parts is the plane.
a. sagittal 32. Molecules are:
b. frontal a. atoms combined to form larger chemical aggregates.
c. transverse b. electrons orbiting nuclei.
d. superficial N
, c. a complex of electrons a rraU
n g eS
d inNconTcentricOshells. b. heart and lungs only.
d. composed of cellular organelles. c. digestive and reproductive organs.
d. brain and spinal cord.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 6
TOP: Chemical Level: Basis for Life ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12
TOP: Body Cavities
33. Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, and endoplasmic reticulum are examples of:
a. molecules. 39. The axial portion of the body consists of the:
b. cytoplasm. a. arms, neck, and legs.
c. organelles. b. neck, torso, and arms.
d. plasma membranes. c. torso, arms, legs, and head.
d. head, neck, and torso.
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Levels of Organization ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: p. 15
TOP: Body Regions
34. When many similar cells specialize to perform a certain function, it is referred to as a(n):
a. tissue. 40. The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
b. organelle. a. stomach.
c. organ system complex. b. pancreas.
d. organism. c. heart.
d. reproductive organs.
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7
TOP: Tissue Level ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Body Cavities
35. Several kinds of tissues working together are termed a(n):
41. Visceral peritoneum would cover which of the following organs?
a. plasma membrane. a. Heart
b. organ. b. Intestines
c. organism. c. Lungs
d. organ system. d. Spinal cord
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7 ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 13
TOP: Organ Level TOP: Body Cavities
36. Blood production is a function of which system? 42. A sagittal section divides the body into portions.
a. Reproductive a. upper and lower
b. Respiratory b. right and left
c. Skeletal c. front and back
d. Lymphatic d. proximal and distal
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 7 ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: System Level TOP: Body Planes and Sections
37. The dorsal cavity contains the: 43. A frontal section divides the body into portions.
a. brain and spinal cord. a. upper and lower
b. heart and lungs. b. right and left
c. reproductive organs. c. front and back
d. digestive organs. d. cortex and medullary
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: p. 12 ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: p. 10
TOP: Body Cavities TOP: Body Planes and Sections
38. The ventral cavity contains the: 44. Axilla is a term referring to which body region?
a. thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities. a. Anterior elbow N R I G B.C M
N R I G b. Armpit
c. Posterior knee
d. Groin
