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The electrical impulse of the heart normally begins at the:
The electrical impulse of the heart normally begins at the:
- atrioventricular node
- purkinje fibers
- sinoatrial node (correct)
- bundle of his
Each pelvic bone is formed by the fusion of the:
Each pelvic bone is formed by the fusion of the:
- pubis and acetabulum
- sacrum and ischium
- ilium, ischium, pubis (correct)
- ilium, pubis, and sacrum
The largest portion of the brain, which is commonly referred to as the ''gray matter,'' is called the:
The largest portion of the brain, which is commonly referred to as the ''gray matter,'' is called the:
- cerebrum (correct)
- brain stem
- cerebellum
- diencephalon
The supporting bone of the arm is the:
The supporting bone of the arm is the:
The cervical spine is composed of _______ vertebrae.
The cervical spine is composed of _______ vertebrae.
The brain connects to the spinal cord through a large opening at the base of the skull called the:
The brain connects to the spinal cord through a large opening at the base of the skull called the:
The axial skeleton is composed of the:
The axial skeleton is composed of the:
Hemoglobin is a molecule that attaches to ________ and carries oxygen.
Hemoglobin is a molecule that attaches to ________ and carries oxygen.
Which organ lies in the lateral and posterior portion of the left upper quadrant (LUQ) of the abdomen?
Which organ lies in the lateral and posterior portion of the left upper quadrant (LUQ) of the abdomen?
The most distal four spinal vertebrae, which are fused together, form the:
The most distal four spinal vertebrae, which are fused together, form the:
Anterior to the knee is a specialized bone called the:
Anterior to the knee is a specialized bone called the:
The femoral head forms a ball-and-socket joint with the:
The femoral head forms a ball-and-socket joint with the:
What is the minute volume of a patient with a tidal volume of 500 mL, a dead space volume of 150 mL, and a respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min?
What is the minute volume of a patient with a tidal volume of 500 mL, a dead space volume of 150 mL, and a respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min?
Which of the following is a function of the upper airway?
Which of the following is a function of the upper airway?
The topographic term used to describe the part of the body that is nearer to the feet is:
The topographic term used to describe the part of the body that is nearer to the feet is:
The left side of the heart receives oxygenated blood from the lungs through the:
The left side of the heart receives oxygenated blood from the lungs through the:
The diaphragm is a unique muscle because it:
The diaphragm is a unique muscle because it:
The __________ fills the entire anteroposterior depth of the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen.
The __________ fills the entire anteroposterior depth of the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen.
An intoxicated 40-year-old male is found lying face down. How would you document his body's position?
An intoxicated 40-year-old male is found lying face down. How would you document his body's position?
Stimulation of the alpha-adrenergic receptors results in:
Stimulation of the alpha-adrenergic receptors results in:
The bones of the forearm are called the:
The bones of the forearm are called the:
What is the function of the fallopian tubes?
What is the function of the fallopian tubes?
Which of the following anatomic terms is synonymous with the word ''dorsal''?
Which of the following anatomic terms is synonymous with the word ''dorsal''?
Study Notes
Card Study Notes
- The heart's electrical impulse originates at the sinoatrial node, also known as the natural pacemaker.
- Each pelvic bone is formed by the fusion of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
- The cerebrum is the largest portion of the brain, often referred to as ''gray matter.''
- The humerus serves as the primary supporting bone in the arm.
- The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae.
- The brain connects to the spinal cord through the foramen magnum, a large opening at the skull's base.
- The axial skeleton comprises the skull, face, thorax, and vertebral column.
- Hemoglobin binds to erythrocytes to carry oxygen throughout the body.
- The spleen is located in the lateral and posterior portion of the left upper quadrant (LUQ) of the abdomen.
- The most distal spinal vertebrae, fused together, form the coccyx.
- The specialized bone in front of the knee is called the patella.
- The femoral head forms a ball-and-socket joint with the acetabulum.
- A patient with a tidal volume of 500 mL, dead space of 150 mL, and respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min has a minute volume of 5,600 mL.
- One function of the upper airway is to warm and humidify inhaled air.
- The term inferior refers to a body part nearer to the feet.
- The left side of the heart receives oxygenated blood via the pulmonary veins.
- The diaphragm is unique because it acts as both a voluntary and involuntary muscle.
- The liver occupies the entire anteroposterior depth of the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen.
- An intoxicated person lying face down is described as being in the prone position.
- Stimulation of alpha-adrenergic receptors results in constriction of blood vessels.
- The radius and ulna are the two bones of the forearm.
- Fallopian tubes function to transport a mature egg to the uterus.
- The anatomical term dorsal is synonymous with posterior.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts from EMT Chapter 5. This quiz covers vital topics like the electrical impulse of the heart and the structure of pelvic bones. Perfect for students preparing for exams in emergency medical training.
