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What term describes a body structure that is located towards the midline?

  • Medial (correct)
  • Lateral
  • Distal
  • Posterior
  • Which anatomical term refers to the area surrounding the brain?

  • Popliteal
  • Lumbar
  • Otic
  • Cranial (correct)
  • What term is used to describe the structure that is further away from the point of origin?

  • Distal (correct)
  • Proximal
  • Deep
  • Anterior
  • Which anatomical term refers to the back of the knee?

    <p>Popliteal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term denotes the sole of the feet?

    <p>Plantar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fibrous connective tissue is characterized by being loose and includes adipose tissue?

    <p>Loose connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the plasma membrane in a cell?

    <p>Regulates substance passage into and out of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for packaging proteins received from the endoplasmic reticulum?

    <p>Golgi Apparatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of centrioles in a cell?

    <p>Facilitating cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which connective tissue is responsible for providing flexibility and is found in places like the ear?

    <p>Elastic cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of connective tissue?

    <p>To connect, support, and protect organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tissue surrounds blood vessels and nerves?

    <p>Areolar tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes dense connective tissue?

    <p>It has a high concentration of collagen fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cartilage is known for its strength and ability to resist compression?

    <p>Fibrocartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of muscle tissue controls voluntary movements?

    <p>Skeletal muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of cardiac muscle?

    <p>Involuntary control and located in the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is blood classified as in terms of tissue types?

    <p>Liquid connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does dense connective tissue differ in healing compared to other tissues?

    <p>It heals slower due to limited blood supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of burn involves only the epidermis and is often caused by sunlight?

    <p>First Degree Burn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which classification of burns may appear white or black and leathery, and often requires skin grafts?

    <p>Third Degree Burn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rule of nines used for in burn treatment?

    <p>Estimating the percentage of body surface area affected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of skin cancer is considered the most dangerous and can metastasize quickly?

    <p>Melanoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function of bone involves protecting delicate internal organs?

    <p>Protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of skin cancer arises from cells of the stratum basale and typically appears as a small, shiny bump?

    <p>Basal Cell Carcinoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following bones provides structure and supports the body while maintaining an upright posture?

    <p>Vertebral Column</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do bones play in electrolyte balance?

    <p>They store and release minerals like calcium and phosphorus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a greenstick fracture?

    <p>It is an incomplete fracture seen in young children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fracture is caused by a twisting force?

    <p>Spiral fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone is the largest and strongest in the human face?

    <p>Mandible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the thoracic cage?

    <p>To protect the heart and lungs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the sternum?

    <p>Clavicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many pairs of ribs are there in the human body?

    <p>12 pairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of spinal curvature is characterized by an exaggerated lumbar curve?

    <p>Lordosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of true ribs in the human body?

    <p>They attach to the sternum via hyaline cartilage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder at the neuromuscular junction is characterized by paralysis of respiratory muscles?

    <p>Botulism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?

    <p>Stimulates the thyroid gland to secrete thyroid hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is caused by excessive firing of motor neurons?

    <p>Tetanus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does prolactin have in females?

    <p>Stimulates milk production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone released by the posterior pituitary is involved in uterine contractions during childbirth?

    <p>Oxytocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does regeneration in skin healing primarily involve?

    <p>Replacement with the same type of cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin layer is responsible for nutrient diffusion and lacks blood vessels?

    <p>Epidermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skin conditions indicates a deficiency of oxygen in the blood?

    <p>Cyanosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes fibrosis in skin healing?

    <p>Involves scar tissue formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of bone marrow?

    <p>Formation of blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is shaped like a cube?

    <p>Short bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the subcutaneous tissue?

    <p>Energy storage and insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is primarily responsible for protecting organs?

    <p>Flat bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which abnormal skin color change is associated with liver dysfunction?

    <p>Jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of injections are given directly into the hypodermis?

    <p>Intradermal injections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do osteocytes play in bone tissue?

    <p>Regulate calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a compound fracture?

    <p>Bone pierces the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the skin as described in the content?

    <p>Protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is best described as varying in size and shape?

    <p>Irregular bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of osteoclasts?

    <p>Dissolve unwanted bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of strength is associated with collagen fibers in bone?

    <p>Tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint allows for the ability to touch the tips of the fingers with the thumb?

    <p>Saddle Joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for moving a body part toward the body's midline?

    <p>Adduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint is most commonly dislocated?

    <p>Shoulder Joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of arthritis is primarily associated with aging and wear and tear?

    <p>Osteoarthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hyperextension refer to in joint mobility?

    <p>Extreme extension beyond normal limits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following movements involves turning the palm downward?

    <p>Pronation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint injury is often associated with sudden stops and turns, particularly in the knee?

    <p>ACL injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of rheumatoid arthritis affecting the synovial membranes?

    <p>Cartilage degeneration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ribs are classified as false ribs?

    <p>Ribs 8, 9, and 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What joint is classified as a ball-and-socket joint?

    <p>Shoulder joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone in the lower leg bears weight?

    <p>Tibia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many carpal bones are found in the wrist?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint are the elbow and knee classified as?

    <p>Hinge joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about floating ribs is true?

    <p>They do not attach to the anterior thoracic cage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest tarsal bone in the foot?

    <p>Calcaneus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What classification of joint is characterized by being freely movable?

    <p>Synovial joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

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