Health Science U2 Worksheet

Which muscle is located on the head?

• gluteus maximus

• external oblique

• diaphragm

• occipitalis

The thick middle layer of the hair shaft that provides strength and color is the:

• cortex.

• follicle.

• medulla.

• shaft.

A 76-year-old female was transported to the hospital following a fall. Upon examination, it was determined that she sustained a fracture to the head of her femur. This injury is most likely related to:

• bone deformity.

• osteoporosis.

• acromegaly.

• myxedema.

Sebaceous glands produce an increased amount of sebum during adolescence leading to which integumentary system disorder?

• acne

• alopecia

• eczema

• herpes

Receptors for touch, cold, and pain present in the skin are responsible for which function of the integumentary system?

• regulation of body temperature

• protection from the sun

• production of vitamin D

• sensory perception

Hair follicles originate in which skin layer?

• adipose

• dermis

• epidermis

• subcutaneous

Courtney works in the kitchen at her dad’s restaurant. She is preparing fries and drops the hot oil on her arm. Immediately a blister forms. She has a:

• decubitus ulcer.

• first degree burn.

• second degree burn.

• third degree burn.

Which glands are found in large numbers under the arms and on the palms, soles of the feet, and forehead?

• papilla

• sebaceous

• subcutaneous

• sudoriferous

Cory stretches every night after running. What is the desired outcome for his muscles?

• atrophy

• contractibility

• extensibility

• hypertrophy

Anaerobic exercises performed over prolonged periods without adequate rest will cause a/an:

• increase in muscle atrophy.

• loss of minerals in bones.

• increase in blood sugar.

• buildup of lactic acid.