A&P Semester 1 Final Exam Study Guide

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What is the anatomical position?

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The anatomical position is a standard position of the body used as a reference point in anatomy. It is characterized by the body standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.

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True or False: In the anatomical position, the palms face backward.

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False

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is a series of metabolic reactions that convert simple sugars (like glucose) into energy (ATP) within cells.

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What does the term 'ventral' refer to?

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Ventral refers to the front or belly side of the body.

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What does the term 'dorsal' refer to?

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Dorsal refers to the back side of the body.

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What are neoplasms?

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Neoplasms are abnormal growths of tissue, commonly referred to as tumors.

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What does HIPAA stand for?

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HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

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What is the purpose of HIPAA?

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HIPAA establishes rules and regulations regarding the privacy and security of patients' personal and medical information.

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What is the difference between anabolism and catabolism?

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Anabolism is the metabolic process that builds larger molecules from smaller ones, while catabolism is the process that breaks down larger molecules into smaller ones, releasing energy.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.