BRUSH up quiz BLN 204

Which organ is responsible for filtering waste from the blood?

• Liver

• Lungs

• Kidney

• Pancreas

What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?

• Transport oxygenated blood to the heart

• Store carbon dioxide

• Produce surfactant to protect the lungs

• Store carbon dioxideExchange gases between the air and blood

What is the normal pH range of human blood?

• a) 6.8-7.0

• b) 7.35-7.45

• c) 7.50-7.60

• d) 8.0-8.5

Which part of the brain controls involuntary actions like breathing and heart rate?

• Medulla oblongata

• a) Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Thalamus

The sinoatrial (SA) node is located in which part of the heart?

• Left ventricle

• Right atrium

• Left atrium

• Right ventricle

Which of the following is the largest artery in the body?

• Pulmonary artery

• Carotid Artery

• Aorta

• Femoral artery

The pancreas is both an endocrine and an exocrine gland.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is the normal range for adult resting heart rate?

• 40-60 bpm

• 100-120 bpm

• 120-140 bpm

• 60-100 bpm

Which of the following blood pressure readings is considered hypertensive?

• 110/70 mmHg

• 120/80 mmHg

• 140/90 mmHg

• 90/60 mmHg

What is the normal respiratory rate for a healthy adult?

• 12-20 breaths/min

• 20-30 breaths/min

• 8-12 breaths/min

• 30-40 breaths/min