HESI A2 Anatomy and Physiology 2025

veins by:

valves

The liquid part of the blood is called

plasma

Blood cells that are responsible for transportation of oxygen are called

erythrocytes

What is the thyroid cartilage commonly known as?

Adam's apple

When exhaling, the diaphragm

Relaxes

Which bone forms the rib cage of the thoracic region with the ribs?

sternum

the humerus and ulna form the

elbow joint

The patella is also called

Kneecap

The bone that is stationary during the movement is called the:

origin

How many origin does a quadriceps have?

4

Which part of the brain is responsible for higher brain functions?

the cerebral cortex

How many thoracic spinal nerves are in the human body?

12

In which region of the small intestine are most of the nutrients absorbed?

the jejunum

Testes are an organ found in

males

What are the two main parts of the human body's central nervous system?

the brain and the spinal cord

When measuring blood pressure, the numbers represent:

the systolic and diastolic pressures, respectively

The superior vena cava

ascends from the right atrium

The rectum is a part of

the large intestine

The large intestine mainly:

absorb water

What is the name of the process that happens in the red bone marrow?

hematopoiesis

The vertebral column protects the

spinal column

What are the motor units made of

muscle cells

What is the name of a state of constant muscle contraction caused by rapid successive nerve signals?

tetanus

Where does integration happen?

CNS

Which part of the PNS is accountable for the flight reaction?

the sympathetic