Anatomy & Physiology Semester A Exam Study Guide

Front

Except for speed, your nervous system is most similar to: an air trip where you take multiple planes to get to your destination.

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an air trip where you take multiple planes to get to your destination.

Front

What is another term for the hypodermis?

Back

the subcutaneous tissue

Front

The majority of your blood consists of: red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, solutes

Back

plasma

Front

There are various forms of anemia, but they all involve a lack of hemoglobin.

Back

true

Front

Which common anatomical suffix suggests a membrane? Options: -ium, -itis, -oid, -num

Back

-ium

Front

Blood clots that threaten the heart are often treated with thrombolytics.

Back

true

Front

Your aorta is closest in diameter to: a toothpick, a drinking straw, a garden hose, a drinking cup/glass

Back

a garden hose

Front

Which blood type could be considered the safest type if you needed a transfusion of unmatched plasma?

Back

AB+

Front

Seasonal affective disorder has been linked to a deficiency of melatonin, which stores energy from sunlight.

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false

Front

If we could eliminate any disease in North America, what would we pick to most reduce the number of Americans living with long-term disability? Options: multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, strokes, Parkinson's

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strokes