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Multiple Choice Questions - (34) HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization. - (9)
True/False Questions - (15) HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems. - (3)
Fill In The Blank Questions - (23) HAPS Topic: Module B05 Predictions related to
homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders. - (2)
Check All That Apply Questions - (2) Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of its subdisciplines. - (6)
Odd Numbered - (37) Learning Outcome: 1.1b Name and describe some approaches to studying anatomy. - (5)
Even Numbered - (37) Learning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods of medical imaging. - (11)
Bloom's Level: 1. Remember - (56) Learning Outcome: 1.1d Discuss the variability of human anatomy. - (2)
Bloom's Level: 2. Understand - (11) Learning Outcome: 1.2 g Name and describe the body cavities and the membranes that line them. - (5)
Bloom's Level: 3. Apply - (8) Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of structural complexity of the body, from organism. - (9)
HAPS Objective: A01.01 Describe a person in anatomical position. - (3) Learning Outcome: 1.2b Name the human organ systems and state the basic functions and components of each. - (4)
HAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes in which a body might be dissected. - (2)
Learning Outcome: 1.2c Describe anatomical position and explain why it is important in medical language. - (3)
HAPS Objective: A02.02 Describe the appearance of a body presented along various planes. - (1)
Learning Outcome: 1.2d Identify the three fundamental anatomical planes of the body. - (3)
HAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity. - (5)
Learning Outcome: 1.2e Define several terms that describe the locations of structures relative to each other. - (4)
HAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the location of the major anatomical regions of the body. - (1)
Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body regions and their subdivisions. - (6)
HAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each. - (2)
Learning Outcome: 1.2h Explain what a potential space is, and give some examples. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major directional terms used in anatomy. - (2)
Learning Outcome: 1.3a Explain why modern anatomical terminology is so heavily based on Greek and Latin. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A04.02 Describe the location of body structures, using appropriate directional terminology. - (2)
Learning Outcome: 1.3b Recognize eponyms when you see them. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy and physiology. - (6) Learning Outcome: 1.3c Describe the efforts to achieve an internationally uniform anatomical terminology. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology. - (3)
Learning Outcome: 1.3d Discuss the Greek, Latin, or other derivations of medical terms. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism. - (5)
Learning Outcome: 1.3e State some reasons why the literal meaning of a word may not lend insight into its definition. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each level of organization. - (4)
Learning Outcome: 1.3f Relate singular noun forms to their plural forms. - (2)
HAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of each organ system. - (3)
Learning Outcome: 1.3g Discuss why precise spelling is important in medical communication. - (2)
HAPS Objective: B05.01 Predict factors or situations affecting various organ systems that could disrupt homeostasis. - (1) Section: 1.01 - (24)
HAPS Topic: Module A01 Anatomical position. - (3) Section: 1.02 - (36)
HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections. - (3) Section: 1.03 - (14)
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions. - (8) Topic: Body Orientation - (20)
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms. - (4) Topic: General - (54)
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HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology. - (8)
1. Which of the following is NOT true? Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body.
→ Gross anatomy is the study of tissues and cells. Comparative anatomy is the study of more than one species. Regional anatomy is the study of multiple organ systems in a specific area of the body. Systemic anatomy focuses on one organ system at a time.
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich of the following is NOT true?
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandHAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy
and physiology.HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of its subdisciplines.
Section: 1.01Topic: General
2. Auscultation is→ listening to natural sounds made by the body.
looking at the body's appearance in a physical examination.feeling a structure with the hands.tapping on the body and feeling for resistance.examining test results for diagnosis of symptoms involving the abdominal cavity.
Multiple Choice QuestionAuscultation is
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1b Name and describe some approaches
to studying anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General3. Which medical imaging technique relies on the injection of radioactively labeled
glucose, and reveals which tissues are using the most glucose (and are most metabolically active)?
→ Positive Emission Tomography (PET scan)SonographyComputed Tomography (CT Scan)Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)Radiography
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich medical imaging technique relies on th...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods
of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General
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4. Which medical imaging technique relies on the absorption of high-energy radiation and reveals dense tissues such as bone and teeth?
Positive Emission Tomography (PET scan)SonographyComputed Tomography (CT Scan)Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
→ Radiography
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich medical imaging technique relies on th...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods
of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General5. Which medical imaging technique would be most useful for revealing a tumor in the
brain? → Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
Radiography Sonography Echocardiography Either a CT Scan or Sonography would be appropriate.
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich medical imaging technique would be mos...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some
methods of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General6. Which of the following lists the levels of human structure from smallest to largest?
Organelles, organisms, organs, organ systems Organelles, cells, organs, tissues, organism Cells, organisms, organelles, organs, organ systems Cells, organs, tissues, organisms, organ systems
→ Organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich of the following lists the levels of h...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from
simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels
of structural complexity of the body, from organism.Section: 1.02
Topic: General7. Study of the microscopic structure of tissues and organs is called
cytology.
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gross anatomy. dissection.
→ histology. auscultation.
Multiple Choice QuestionStudy of the microscopic structure of tissue...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms
anatomy and physiology.HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of its subdisciplines.
Section: 1.01Topic: General
8. You want to design a study to determine which part of the brain is most active when a person is forming a sentence before they say the words out loud. What imaging technique would be most useful for the study?
RadiographyAngiography
→ Positron emission tomography (PET scan)Computed tomography (CT scan)Sonography
Multiple Choice QuestionYou want to design a study to determine whic...
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods
of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General9. An organ, by definition, is composed of two or more types of
organelles. → tissues.
organ systems. organisms. cells.
Multiple Choice QuestionAn organ, by definition, is composed of two ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each
level of organization.HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of structural complexity of the body, from
organism.Section: 1.02
Topic: General10. The roots of anatomical terminology lie mainly in
Gaelic.
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Spanish and French. → Latin and Greek.
Russian and Finnish. Mandarin Chinese.
Multiple Choice QuestionThe roots of anatomical terminology lie main...
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandLearning Outcome: 1.3a Explain why modern
anatomical terminology is so heavily based on Greek and Latin.
Section: 1.03Topic: General
11. Why is the liver considered to be an organ? It is part of the digestive system. It has complex physiological functions. It is larger than a cell.
→ It is composed of two or more tissue types. It has a complex blood supply.
Multiple Choice QuestionWhy is the liver considered to be an organ?
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandHAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each
level of organization.HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of structural complexity of the body, from organism.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
12. What is the smallest unit that carries out all life functions? Organelle Tissue Molecule
→ Cell Organ
Multiple Choice QuestionWhat is the smallest unit that carries out a...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each
level of organization.HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of structural complexity of the body, from organism.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
13. The smallest structures that biologists consider to be living are organisms. organs.
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macromolecules. → cells.
organelles.
Multiple Choice QuestionThe smallest structures that biologists cons...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.02 Give an example of each
level of organization.HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of structural complexity of the body, from organism.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
14. Which imaging technique is most commonly used to view a fetus in utero? Radiography Computed tomography (CT) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
→ Sonography Positron emission tomography (PET)
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich imaging technique is most commonly use...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some
methods of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General15. Situs inversus is a condition where
an individual has no lenses in the eye. the kidney is flipped anterior to posterior.
→ the organs of the thoracic and abdominal cavities are reversed between right and left. the appendix is affixed to the small intestine instead of the large intestine. an individual has incessant and painful heartburn.
Multiple Choice QuestionSitus inversus is a condition where
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: B05.01 Predict factors or situations
affecting various organ systems that could disrupt homeostasis.
HAPS Topic: Module B05 Predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and
disorders.Learning Outcome: 1.1d Discuss the variability of human
anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General16. Why are many anatomical terms based on Greek and Latin roots?
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They are easy to spell. Many terms are based on the names of Greek and Roman physicians.
→ Scientific investigation began in ancient Greece and Rome. Modern-day scientists study Greek and Latin. Greek and Latin words are more descriptive than English words.
Multiple Choice QuestionWhy are many anatomical terms based on Greek...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.3a Explain why modern anatomical terminology is so heavily based on
Greek and Latin.Section: 1.03
Topic: General17. Which organ system has the principal function of protection, water retention,
thermoregulation, vitamin D synthesis, cutaneous sensation and nonverbal communication?
Skeletal System Urinary System
→ Integumentary System Muscular System
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich organ system has the principal functi...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major
functions of each organ system.HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Outcome: 1.2b Name the human organ systems and state the basic functions and components
of each.Section: 1.02
Topic: General18. Which of the following is NOT distinguished as being a system of input and output?
→ Muscular System Respiratory System Digestive System Urinary System
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich of the following is NOT distinguished...
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandHAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major
functions of each organ system.HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Outcome: 1.2b Name the human organ systems and state the basic functions and components
of each.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation19.
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The directional language of anatomy begins with what assumption about the position of the body under consideration?
It is in a prone position. → It is in anatomical position.
It is in a supine position. There are no assumptions made.
Multiple Choice QuestionThe directional language of anatomy begins ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A01.01 Describe a person in
anatomical position.HAPS Topic: Module A01 Anatomical position.
Learning Outcome: 1.2c Describe anatomical position and explain why it is important in medical language.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
20. Which of the following is NOT a criterion of Anatomical Position? Standing erect Feet flat on floor
→ Arms over the head Eyes forward
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich of the following is NOT a criterion o...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A01.01 Describe a person in
anatomical position.HAPS Topic: Module A01 Anatomical position.
Learning Outcome: 1.2c Describe anatomical position and explain why it is important in medical language.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
21. The ______________ plane passes through the midline of the body and divides it into equal right and left halves.
→ median transverse frontal oblique
Multiple Choice QuestionThe ______________ plane passes through the...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various
planes in which a body might be dissected.HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and
sections.Learning Outcome: 1.2d Identify the three
fundamental anatomical planes of the body.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation
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22. A plane that would allow for the observation of both lungs, the heart and the abdominal organs would typically be categorized as a _______________ plane.
→ frontal sagittal transverse median
Multiple Choice QuestionA plane that would allow for the observatio...
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyHAPS Objective: A02.02 Describe the appearance of
a body presented along various planes.HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and
sections.Learning Outcome: 1.2d Identify the three
fundamental anatomical planes of the body.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation23. Which of the following is NOT part of the axial region of the body?
Cervical region Abdominal region Thoracic region
→ Carpal region
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich of the following is NOT part of the a...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.02 List and describe the
location of the major anatomical regions of the body.HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and
regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body
regions and their subdivisions.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation24. What is the directional term for "away from the midline"?
Caudal Rostral
→ Lateral Ipsilateral
Multiple Choice QuestionThe directional term for away from the...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major
directional terms used in anatomy.HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Outcome: 1.2e Define several terms that describe the locations of structures relative to each
other.
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Section: 1.02Topic: General
25. The central portion of the nine region division of the abdomen is referred to as the lumbar region.
→ umbilical region. hypogastric region. inguinal quadrant.
Multiple Choice QuestionThe central portion of the nine region divi...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the
four abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located
in each.HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.
Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body regions and their subdivisions.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
26. What structure is contained in the vertebral canal? Brain Heart Lungs
→ Spinal cord
Multiple Choice QuestionWhat structure is contained in the vertebra...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the
body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2 g Name and describe the body
cavities and the membranes that line them.Section: 1.02
Topic: General27. Which of the following is NOT contained in the abdominal cavity?
Digestive organs → Bladder
Spleen Kidneys
Multiple Choice QuestionWhich of the following is NOT contained in ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the
body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2 g Name and describe the body
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cavities and the membranes that line them.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation28. If membranes of adjacent structures appear to be pressed firmly together and no
actual space is observed, this is referred to as what? Visceral peritoneum Mesentery
→ Potential space Peritoneum
Multiple Choice QuestionIf membranes of adjacent structures appear ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberBloom's Level: 2. Understand
Learning Outcome: 1.2h Explain what a potential space is, and give some examples.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
29. ______ ______ ______ is an imaging technique that relies on electromagnets to reveal images of soft tissue.Magnetic resonance imaging
Fill-in-the-Blank Question________ ________ ________ is an imaging technique that relies...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some
methods of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General30. A structure composed of two or more tissues is a(n) _______.
organ
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionA structure composed of two or more tissues ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest
to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of
structural complexity of the body, from organism.Section: 1.02
Topic: General31. Feeling a structure with the hands is called _______.
palpation
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionFeeling a structure with the hands is called...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1b Name and describe some
approaches to studying anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General32. The smallest units that carry out all the basic functions of life are _____.
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cells
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe smallest units that carry out all the ba...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human
organism.HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.
Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of structural complexity of the body, from organism.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
33. ______ is the imaging technique most often used to reveal a fetus in utero.Sonography
Fill-in-the-Blank Question______ is the imaging technique most often u...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods
of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General34. A subdiscipline of anatomy where multiple organ systems are studied simultaneously
in a specific region of the body is ______ ______. regional anatomy
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionA subdiscipline of anatomy where multiple or...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy
and physiology.HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of its subdisciplines.
Section: 1.01Topic: General
35. Listening to natural sounds made by the body is called ______. auscultation
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionListening to natural sounds made by the body...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1b Name and describe some
approaches to studying anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General36. ______ ______ is the study of structures visible to the naked eye.
Gross anatomy
Fill-in-the-Blank Question_____ is the study of structures visible to ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms anatomy
and physiology.HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of
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its subdisciplines.Section: 1.01
Topic: General37. _______ ______ goes beyond the structure of the organs and provides information
for why it is so structured. Functional morphology
Fill-in-the-Blank Question_____________ ______________ goes beyond th...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms
anatomy and physiology.HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of its subdisciplines.
Section: 1.01Topic: General
38. An electron microscope is utilized to view the ______________, or fine details of a cell. ultrastructure
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionAn electron microscope is utilized to view ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods of
medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General39. If a physician feels for broken bones under the skin, she would be utilizing the
method of study referred to as ____________. palpation
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionIf a physician feels for broken bones under...
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.1b Name and describe some
approaches to studying anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General40. _________________ is the branch of medicine related to imaging techniques.
Radiology
Fill-in-the-Blank Question_________________ is the branch of medicine...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods
of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General41. To produce images of soft tissue in the body, a ________ ________ ________
would be utilized. Magnetic resonance imaging
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods of
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Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionTo produce images of soft tissue in the bod...
medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General42. A _______ is a combination of two or more atoms.
molecule
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionA _________________ is combination of two o...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from
simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of
structural complexity of the body, from organism.Section: 1.02
Topic: General43. The principal function of the ________ system is absorption of oxygen, discharge of
carbon dioxide, acid-base balance, and speech. respiratory
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe principal function of the ____________ ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A07.02 Describe the major functions of
each organ system.HAPS Topic: Module A07 Survey of body systems.
Learning Outcome: 1.2b Name the human organ systems and state the basic functions and components of each.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
44. When the palms of the hand face up, or anteriorly, they are referred to as _________.
pronated
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionWhen the palms of the hand face up or anter...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A01.01 Describe a person in anatomical
position.HAPS Topic: Module A01 Anatomical position.
Learning Outcome: 1.2c Describe anatomical position and explain why it is important in medical language.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
45. The liver is ________ to the bladder. superior
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe liver is ____________ to the bladder.
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandHAPS Objective: A04.02 Describe the location of body
structures, using appropriate directional terminology.HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Outcome: 1.2e Define several terms that describe the locations of structures relative to each other.
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Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
46. When referring to direction, the muscles of the arm are ______________ to the bones of the arm. superficial
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionWhen referring to direction, the muscles of the arm are __________ to the bones of the arm.
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A04.02 Describe the
location of body structures, using appropriate directional terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.Learning Outcome: 1.2e Define several terms
that describe the locations of structures relative to each other.
Section: 1.02Topic: General
47. The ________________ region is the posterior portion of the knee. popliteal
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe ________________ region is the posterio...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of
structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module B05 Predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and
disorders.Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body regions
and their subdivisions.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation48. The forearm is more appropriately referred to as the _______________ region.
antebrachial
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe forearm is more appropriately referred ...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body regions
and their subdivisions.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation49. The brain and spinal cord are covered by the __________, composed of three
membrane layers.meninges
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe brain and spinal cord are covered by th...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
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HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2 g Name and describe the body
cavities and the membranes that line them.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation50. The visceral ____________ forms the external surface of the lungs.
pleura
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionThe visceral ____________ forms the externa...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the
body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2 g Name and describe the body
cavities and the membranes that line them.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation51. Non-descriptive terms for structures that are coined from the names of people are
called ____________.
eponyms
Fill-in-the-Blank QuestionNon-descriptive terms for structures that a...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.3b Recognize eponyms when
you see them.Section: 1.03
Topic: General52. If the root of a scientific term is consistent, the suffix has no effect on the final term.
True→ False
True / False QuestionIf the root of a scientific term is consist...
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandLearning Outcome: 1.3e State some reasons why the
literal meaning of a word may not lend insight into its definition.
Section: 1.03Topic: General
53. Pleural fluid surrounds the pericardial cavity. True
→ False
True / False QuestionPleural fluid surrounds the pericardial cav...
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandHAPS Objective: A03.01 Describe the location of the
body cavities and identify the major organs found in each cavity.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2 g Name and describe the body
cavities and the membranes that line them.
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Section: 1.02Topic: General
54. The urinary bladder is found within the hypogastric region of the abdomen. → True
False
True / False QuestionThe urinary bladder is found within the hyp...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A03.03 Describe the location of the four
abdominopelvic quadrants and the nine abdominopelvic regions and list the major organs located in each.
HAPS Topic: Module A03 Body cavities and regions.Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body regions
and their subdivisions.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation55. The plantar surface refers to the sole of the foot.
→ TrueFalse
True / False QuestionThe plantar surface refers to the sole of t...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.03 Describe the location of
structures of the body, using basic regional and systemic terminology.
HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.Learning Outcome: 1.2f Identify the major body regions
and their subdivisions.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation56. Anterior refers to the back of the body.
True→ False
True / False QuestionAnterior refers to the back of the body.
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A04.01 List and define the major
directional terms used in anatomy.HAPS Topic: Module A04 Directional terms.
Learning Outcome: 1.2e Define several terms that describe the locations of structures relative to each other.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
57. Transverse planes divide the body into superior and inferior portions. → True
False
True / False QuestionTransverse planes divides the body into sup...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A02.01 Identify the various planes
in which a body might be dissected.HAPS Topic: Module A02 Body planes and sections.
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Learning Outcome: 1.2d Identify the three fundamental anatomical planes of the body.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
58. It is improper in anatomy to combine two systems when describing specific locations (e.g. genitourinary system).
True→ False
True / False QuestionIt is improper in anatomy to combine two sy...
Bloom's Level: 2. UnderstandLearning Outcome: 1.2b Name the human organ
systems and state the basic functions and components of each.
Section: 1.02Topic: Body Orientation
59. Organs are composed of two or more tissue types. → True
False
True / False QuestionOrgans are composed of two or more tissue t...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A06.01 Describe, in order from
simplest to most complex, the major levels of organization in the human organism.
HAPS Topic: Module A06 Levels of organization.Learning Outcome: 1.2a List in proper order the levels of
structural complexity of the body, from organism.Section: 1.02
Topic: General60. Positron emission tomography (PET scan) assesses the metabolic state of a tissue.
→ TrueFalse
True / False QuestionPositron emission tomography (PET scan) ass...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1c Describe some methods
of medical imaging.Section: 1.01
Topic: General61. Percussion is the tapping of a body part for examination.
→ TrueFalse
True / False QuestionPercussion is the tapping of a body part fo...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1b Name and describe some
approaches to studying anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General62.
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Regional anatomy is the study of multiple organ systems at once in a particular portion of the body.
→ TrueFalse
True / False QuestionRegional anatomy is the study of multiple o...
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberHAPS Objective: A05.01 Define the terms
anatomy and physiology.HAPS Topic: Module A05 Basic terminology.
Learning Outcome: 1.1a Define anatomy and some of its subdisciplines.
Section: 1.01Topic: General
63. Though external appearances differ significantly, internal anatomy between humans is all the same.
True→ False
There is significant variation in internal anatomy.
True / False QuestionAnatomical Variation
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.1d Discuss the variability of human
anatomy.Section: 1.01
Topic: General64. The pleural cavity is a potential space.
→ TrueFalse
True / False QuestionPotential Space
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.2h Explain what a potential space is, and give
some examples.Section: 1.02
Topic: Body Orientation65. Crypts of Lieberkuhn and intestinal glands refer to the same structures. Which one, if
any, is an eponym?Intestinal glands
→ Crypts of LieberkuhnBoth are eponymsNeither is an eponym
Multiple Choice QuestionRecognition of Eponyms
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.3b Recognize eponyms when you see
them.Section: 1.03
Topic: General66.
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The Nomina Anatomica rejected all eponyms and gave each structure a unique _________ name.
English Japanese German
→ Latin
Multiple Choice QuestionNomina Anatomica
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.3c Describe the efforts to achieve an
internationally uniform anatomical terminology.Section: 1.03
Topic: General67. Which source is the current standard of human anatomical names?
Encyclopedia Anatomica→ Terminologia Anatomica
Eponymia AnatomicaNomina Anatomica
Multiple Choice QuestionStandardization of Terminology
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.3c Describe the efforts to achieve an
internationally uniform anatomical terminology.Section: 1.03
Topic: General68. Most anatomical terms have Greek and Latin roots because
they were the most widespread languages across the world. they were the easiest languages to understand.
→ scientific investigation began in Greece and Rome. these languages had the most flexibility.
Multiple Choice QuestionDerivations of Terms
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.3d Discuss the Greek, Latin, or other
derivations of medical terms.Section: 1.03
Topic: General69. In the term hepatocyte, both hepato and cyte are roots.
→ TrueFalse
Both hepato and cyte are word stems or roots. Hepato refers to liver and cyte refers to cell, so hepatocyte means liver cell.
True / False QuestionElements of Anatomical Terms
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.3d Discuss the Greek, Latin, or other
derivations of medical terms.
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Section: 1.03Topic: General
70. The word acetabulum literally means “vinegar cup,” though it is the name of the hip socket. Considering this, select all that are true.
Acetabulum is an eponym.
Acetabulum is an acronym.
→ The literal meaning of acetabulum does not lend much insight into its anatomical meaning.
→ The hip socket was named based on its appearance.
Check All That Apply QuestionAnatomical Terminology
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.3e State some reasons why the
literal meaning of a word may not lend insight into its definition.
Section: 1.03Topic: General
71. Select all the anatomical terms that are in their plural form. Diagnosis
→ Microvilli → Ovaries
Phalanx
Check All That Apply QuestionSingular vs Plural
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.3f Relate singular noun forms to
their plural forms.Section: 1.03
Topic: General72. What is the proper plural form of epiphysis?
Epiphysis→ Epiphyses
EpiphiEpiphysises
Multiple Choice QuestionSingular vs Plural 2
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.3f Relate singular noun forms to their
plural forms.Section: 1.03
Topic: General73. Misspelling a single letter can result in an anatomical term that refers to a completely
different structure. → True
False
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True / False QuestionSpelling of Terms
Bloom's Level: 1. RememberLearning Outcome: 1.3g Discuss why precise spelling is important
in medical communication.Section: 1.03
Topic: General74. Changing the word occipital to occipitalis transforms a bone name to a muscle name.
This best demonstrates → the importance of precision in spelling.
the origin of anatomical terms. the comparison of eponyms to antonyms. the comparison of singular and plural forms of a noun.
Multiple Choice QuestionFeatures of Anatomical Terms
Bloom's Level: 3. ApplyLearning Outcome: 1.3g Discuss why precise spelling is
important in medical communication.Section: 1.03
Topic: General
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