Anatomy & Physiology I: Cumulative Final Exam (unfinished)

Practice questions from unit exams 1-4 (chapters 1-15)

Which of the following is NOT a major function of the integumentary system?

Locomotion

Cyanosis can be a sign of poor oxygenation of blood.

True

Which cell type in the epidermis produces a protein called keratin?

Keratinocyte

Match each stage of wound repair with an event that happens during that stage:

Regeneration

Epithelium thickens and returns to normal

Match each stage of wound repair with an event that happens during that stage:

Inflamation

Scab forms

Match each stage of wound repair with an event that happens during that stage:

Organization

Fibroblasts strengthen the wound with new collagen fibers

Nervous tissue consists mainly of neurons and collagen fibers

False

Which subclass of connective tissue is widely distributed under epithelial layers and serves to cushion and protect organs?

Areolar connective tissue

The study of large body structures, visible to the naked eye, such as the heart is called ______ anatomy.

Gross

Which organ is found in the right lower quadrant of the abdominopelvic cavity?

Appendix

_______ membranes are wet and line the body cavities that are open to the exterior.

Mucous

Which structure contracts to cause hairs to stand up on end (causing goosebumps)?

Arrector pili

Epithelial tissues always exhibit polarity; that is, they have a free surface and a basal surface.

True

Which organ system is responsible for transporting gasses, nutrients, and wastes throughout the body?

Cardiovascular system

Which of the following best describes the sebaceous glands?

They produce an oily secretion that is bacteria-killing

The epidermis consists of five layers of cells, each layer with a distinct role to play in the health, well-being, and functioning of the skin. Which layer is responsible for cell division and replacement?

Stratum basale

Match each tissue type with its correct characteristic:

Cardiac muscle

Regenerates poorly

Match each tissue type with its correct characteristic:

Tendons and ligaments

Regenerates a moderate amount

Match each tissue type with its correct characteristic:

Stratified Squamous Epithelium

Regenerates very well