Anatomy and Physiology Exam Structure

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Questions and Answers

Select an example of a primary lymphatic organ and tissue.

Lymph nodes

Red Bone marrow (correct)

Lymphatic nodules

Spleen

A condition in which the spleen enlarges is known as:

Spleenectomy

Hepatitis

Hydrocephalus

Splenomegaly (correct)

What is the innervation to the anterior compartment of the arm?

Median nerve

Radial nerve

Musculocutaneous nerve (correct)

Femoral nerve

What is the common action of the anterior compartment of the arm at the shoulder joint?

Flexion of arm Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step students must take when entering the final examination venue?

Follow directions given by the Final Examination Supervisor Signup and view all the answers

The cranial nerve attributed to hearing is the:

Vestibulocochlear nerve Signup and view all the answers

What duration of reading time is allowed before beginning the exam?

10 minutes Signup and view all the answers

The primary motor cortex is located in the:

Frontal lobe Signup and view all the answers

During which time frame are students not permitted to leave the exam room?

First hour and last 15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

The anatomical landmark that indicates the end of the spinal cord is known as:

Conus medullaris Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not permitted during the examination?

Using textbooks Signup and view all the answers

Which option correctly describes the saccule and utricle structure?

Responsible for balance Signup and view all the answers

What unique space is found within the spinal cord structure?

Epidural space Signup and view all the answers

Select the correct order of organisation from smallest to largest:

Chemical, Cells, Tissue, Organs, Systems, Human Body Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ipsilateral' refer to in anatomical terms?

Situating on the same side of the body Signup and view all the answers

After a high intake of food and alcohol, which organelle is likely to be more active?

Smooth endoplasmic reticulum Signup and view all the answers

Which structure communicates directly with the spinal cord to coordinate movement?

Basal ganglia Signup and view all the answers

What hormone is primarily associated with bonding and love between individuals?

Oxytocin Signup and view all the answers

Where are the cell bodies of somatic motor neurons located?

Ventral gray horn Signup and view all the answers

The right temporal lobe communicates with the right occipital lobe via which type of tract?

Association tract Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific location where the trachea bifurcates?

At the level of T4/T5 intervertebral disc Signup and view all the answers

What does the end of the terminal bronchioles signify in the respiratory system?

End of the conductive portion Signup and view all the answers

During inspiration, how does the diaphragm behave?

Contracts and pulls down, increasing thoracic cavity volume Signup and view all the answers

What type of epithelium lines the alveoli of the lungs?

Simple squamous epithelium Signup and view all the answers

Which cranial nerve is primarily responsible for sight?

CN II Optic Signup and view all the answers

Which type of receptor is specifically responsible for detecting pain?

Nociceptors Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanoreceptor is responsible for responding to fine touch and vibration?

Meissner's corpuscle Signup and view all the answers

Where do upper motor neurons originate?

Cerebral cortex Signup and view all the answers

Which type of papillae does NOT contain taste buds?

Filiform papillae Signup and view all the answers

Proprioception is related to the ability to:

Know where one is in space Signup and view all the answers

Which ossicle is situated between the incus and the malleus?

Stapes Signup and view all the answers

Which statement describes auscultation?

Examination by listening to body sounds Signup and view all the answers

The oropharynx extends from the soft palate to the ______.

Epiglottis Signup and view all the answers

What type of epithelium is primarily found in the small intestine?

Simple columnar epithelium Signup and view all the answers

The content of blackheads/pores is primarily composed of:

Oxidised oil Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the epidermis is the most superficial?

Stratum corneum Signup and view all the answers

Juxtaglomerular cells function as:

Baroreceptors Signup and view all the answers

The renal corpuscle is defined as:

The glomerulus and the Bowman's capsule Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelium is found in the ureters?

Transitional epithelium Signup and view all the answers

What do Leydig cells primarily produce?

Testosterone Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Examination Structure

The exam has 100 questions and lasts 2 hours.
10 minutes of reading time before the exam starts.
The exam consists of two parts:
- Part A: Multiple Choice Questions
- Part B: True and False Questions

Allowed Materials

No dictionaries, calculators, notes, or textbooks are permitted.

Question Examples

Order of organization from smallest to largest: Chemical, Cells, Tissue, Organ, Systems, Human Body
Ipsilateral: Situated on the same side of the body
Organelle functioning at a higher rate after consuming fatty foods and alcohol: Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
Primary Lymphatic Organ and Tissue: Red bone marrow
Secondary Lymphatic organ and Tissue: Spleen
Enlarged spleen condition: Splenomegaly
Innervation to the anterior compartment of the arm: Musculocutaneous nerve
Innervation to the medial compartment of the thigh: Obturator nerve
Common action of the anterior compartment of the arm at the shoulder joint: Flexion of the arm
Afferent neuron: Carries impulses from a sensory receptor to the brain or spinal cord
Myelinated parts of a neuron: Axon
Cranial nerve for smell: Olfactory nerve
Cranial Nerve for vision: Optic nerve
Cranial nerve for hearing: Vestibulocochlear nerve
Location of the primary motor cortex: Frontal lobe
Landmark indicating the end of the spinal cord: Conus medullaris
Space unique to the spinal cord: Epidural space
Role of the basal ganglia: They initiate and terminate movement.
Role of the Cerebellum: Coordinates movement by communicating with the basal ganglia and thalamus.
Gland that controls the circadian rhythm: Pineal gland
Hormone released during the formation of a loving bond: Oxytocin
Location of somatic motor neuron cell bodies: Ventral gray horn
Type of tract that allows communication between the right temporal lobe and the right occipital lobe: Association tract
Location of the somatosensory cortex: Postcentral gyrus
Bifurcation point of the trachea: The carina at the level of T4/T5 intervertebral disc
Landmark indicating the end of the conductive portion of the respiratory system: Terminal bronchioles
Action of the diaphragm during inspiration: Contracts and pulls down, increasing the volume of the thoracic cavity
Epithelium lining the alveoli of the lungs: Simple squamous epithelium
End point of the oropharynx: Epiglottis
Type of epithelium found in the small intestine: Simple columnar epithelium
Content of blackheads/pores: Oxidised oil
Most superficial layer of the epidermis: Stratum corneum
Function of juxtaglomerular cells: Baroreceptors
Components of the renal corpuscle: Glomerulus and Bowman's capsule
Type of epithelium found in the ureters: Transitional epithelium
Cells that secrete renin: Juxta-glomerular cells
False statement about the regulation of urine production: The release of ADH decreases reabsorption of water.
Type of cells lining the proximal convoluted tubules: Simple cuboidal with microvilli
Meaning of the Corpus hemorrhagicum: A remnant of ovulation
Hormone produced by Leydig cells: Testosterone
Function of the uterus: Implantation, fetal development and menstrual flow.
Cranial nerve responsible for sight: CN II Optic
Receptors that detect pain: Nociceptors
Superficial encapsulated mechanoreceptor found at the dermal-epidermal junction responsible for fine touch and vibration: Meissner's corpuscle
Origin of upper motor neurons: Cerebral cortex
Papillae that do NOT contain taste buds: Filiform papillae
Definition of Proprioception: The sense of being able to know where one is in space.
The third ossicle in the ear: Stapes
Definition of Auscultation: Examination by listening to the sounds of the body
Definition of Palpation: Using the sense of touch to determine the location and position of internal parts of the body through the skin

True and False Questions

The coronal suture is located between the frontal and temporal bones: False
The hyoid bone is attached directly to C3 vertebra: False
Osteoclasts maintain bony matrix: False
Volkmanns Canals allow for osteon to osteon communication: True
Canaliculi are channels in which osteocytes from the same osteon can communicate with one another: True
Skeletal muscle is striated: True
The right lung has two lobes: False

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