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When blood leaves the left ventricle of the heart, which of the following structures does it enter next
Aorta
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The release of histamine is associated with which of the following
Mast cells
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Which of the following is the measurement of the percentage of red blood cells in whole blood
Hematocrit
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Which of the following is a structure of the inner ear
Cochlea
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Which of the following is the function of angiotensin II in the regulation of blood pressure
Vasoconstriction
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In the process of wound healing, which of the following plays a role in clearing a wound of cellular debris
Neutrophils
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Which of the following blood vessels carry deoxygenated blood to the right atrium of the heart
Superior and inferior vena cavae
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In a normally functioning cardiovascular system, where does the heartbeat originate
Sinoatrial node
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After passing through the glottis, inspired air then travels through which of the following structures
Larynx
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Which of the following structures, located at the end of the ear canal, vibrates when sound waves strike it
Tympanic membrane
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Which of the following structures is located between the descending colon and the rectum
Sigmoid colon
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Which of the following is a result of stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system
Increased cardiac output
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Which of the following is the hormone that regulates urine output
Antidiuretic
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Which of the following types of muscle tissue is under voluntary control
Skeletal
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Which part of the brain regulates heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure
Medulla oblongata
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Which of the following electrolytes plays an essential role in the clotting of blood
Calcium
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Which of the following is the iron-containing component of a red blood cell
Hemoglobin
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Which of the following is the function of the ureters
To conduct urine from the kidneys to the bladder
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Blood cells are produced by which of the following
Red bone marrow
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Which of the following functions is associated with the dermal layer of the skin
Collagen formation
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Which of the following may indicate a hypersecretion of thyroid hormones
Weight loss
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Which of the followinf structures comes after the ascending colon
Transverse colon
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Which of the following structures of the respiratory system is the site of gas exchange
Alveoli
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An individual with which of the following blood types can receive only blood of that same type
Type O
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Peripheral vasodilation results in heat loss through which of the following processes
Radiation
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Which of the following parts of the central nervous system is responsible for the control of involuntary respirations
Medulla oblongata
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Testosterone production is regulated by which of the following glands
Pituitary
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Calcium concentration in the blood is controlled by which of the following glands
Parathyroid
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Breastfeeding of an infant provides which of the following types of immunity
Natural passive
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A normal adult bladder has the capacity to hold up to how many mL of urine before involuntary micturition is likely to occur
600
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Which of the following does the respiratory system eliminate when there is an excess of hydrogen ions in the body
Carbon dioxide
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Which of the following is the effect of aldosterone secretion on electrolyte levels
Sodium levels are increased
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Which of the following is the correct order of the protective meningeal layers of the brain from the inside to outside
Pia mater, arachnoid, dura mater
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Which of the following is a site of sperm maturation in the male reproductive system
Epididymis
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Which of the following pituitary hormones stimulates the process of gametogenesis
Follicle stimulating hormone
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Which of the following is a function of the liver
Lipid metabolism
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An occurrence of tooo high of a concentration of which of the following electrolytes is associated with cardiac arrhythmias
Potassium
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Which of the following structures prevents food from being aspirated into the lungs
Epiglottis
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Which of the following hormones or enzymes is involved in fluid balance and is produced by the kidneys
Renin
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Which of the following is a function of the gallbladder
Storage of bile
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Which of the following occurs at the beginning of systole in a healthy heart
The ventricles contract
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Which part of the nephron is the closest to the collecting duct
Distal convoluted tubule
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Which of the following hormones is produced by the thyroid gland and is active in calcium metabolism
Calcitonin
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Which of the following is the average length of the female urethra
1 to 1.5 inches
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Bile aids in the digestion of which of the following
Fat
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Which of the following valves prevents backflow of blood from the right ventricle into the right atrium of the heart
Tricuspid
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Which of the following types of cells is primarily responsible for the destruction of old cells and invasive micro-organisms
Macrophages
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Which of the following is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland
Antidiuretic hormone
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Which of the following is a structure that filters foreign particles from lymphatic fluid
Nodes
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Straightening the elbow by lowering the hand affects which of the following muscles
Triceps brachii
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Where are nutrients absorbed when transported into the bloodstream
Small intesine
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Which of the following structures of the gastrointestinal system absorbs iron and bile salts
Ileum
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Which of the following ions is most abundant in extracellular fluid
Sodium
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Which if the following occurs as a result of the release of antidiuretic hormone
Fluid volume in the body increases
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Blood pH is measured by the gain and loss of which of the following
Hydrogen
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Which if the following is a result of the process of meiosis
Sperm and ova are produced
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Which of the following mediates the body's response to stress
Cortisol
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Which of the following antibody types mediates the body's response to an allergen
IgE
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Which of the following is associated with wound healing by primary intention
Minimal scar tissue
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Which of the following is a wax-like substance secreted by glands in the external ear canal
Cerumen
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Which of the following is responsible for the regulation of body temperature
Hypothalamus
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Production of which of the following is a function of the prostate gland
Substance to enhance sperm motility
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Which of the following bones is a component of the appendicular skeleton
Symphysis pubis
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Which of the following tissues connects bones to joints
Ligaments
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Which of the following tissues attaches muscle to bone
Tendon
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Which of the following cardiac valves prevents blood from returning into the left ventricle of the heart
Aortic
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Which of the following is a role platelets in homeostais
Formation of plugs
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Which of the following is the function of the surfactant in the alveoli
Prevention of alveoli collapse
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Which of the following describes the event of ovulation
The graafian follicle releases an ovum
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Which of the following substances is involved in the destruction of ingested pathogens
Stomach acid
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