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The basics

Total questions: 22

Worksheet time: 11mins

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1.

Let’s breakdown some words. Use whatever technique you are comfortable with to breakdown the following words. I don’t need a definition. 1. cardiomyopathy

a)

cardio (heart) + myo (muscle) + pathy (disease)

b)

cardio (lung) + myo (nerve) + pathy (growth)

c)

cardio (muscle) + myo (heart) + pathy (pain)

d)

cardio (blood) + myo (cell) + pathy (injury)

2.

Let’s breakdown some words. Use whatever technique you are comfortable with to breakdown the following words. I don’t need a definition. 2. hypotension

a)

hypo (low) + tension (pressure)

b)

hyper (high) + tension (pressure)

c)

hypo (low) + genesis (creation)

d)

hyper (high) + genesis (creation)

3.

Let’s breakdown some words. Use whatever technique you are comfortable with to breakdown the following words. I don’t need a definition. 3. antibiotic

a)

anti (against) + bio (life) + tic (pertaining to)

b)

anti (before) + bio (earth) + tic (small)

c)

ante (after) + bion (animal) + tic (disease)

d)

ant (not) + bi (two) + otic (ear)

4.

Let’s breakdown some words. Use whatever technique you are comfortable with to breakdown the following words. I don’t need a definition. 4. antigen

a)

anti (against) + gen (producer)

b)

ante (before) + gin (a drink)

c)

anti (opposite) + gene (DNA segment)

d)

ant (insect) + igen (made up suffix)

5.

Let’s breakdown some words. Use whatever technique you are comfortable with to breakdown the following words. I don’t need a definition. 5. psychology

a)

psycho (mind) + logy (study of)

b)

psycho (body) + logy (science of)

c)

psycho (soul) + logy (writing of)

d)

psycho (emotion) + logy (art of)

6.

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

a)

To provide structure and support

b)

To eliminate waste products

c)

To bring air into the body and remove carbon dioxide

d)

To regulate body temperature

7.

What gas is removed from the body through the respiratory system?

a)

Oxygen

b)

Hydrogen

c)

Carbon dioxide

d)

Nitrogen

8.

Which organs make up the nervous system?

a)

Heart, lungs, and kidneys

b)

Liver, pancreas, and gallbladder

c)

Brain, spinal cord, and nerves

d)

Stomach, intestines, and esophagus

9.

What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

a)

To control growth, development, and reproduction through hormones

b)

To provide structure and support

c)

To eliminate waste products

d)

To circulate blood throughout the body

10.

Which of the following is produced and secreted by the endocrine system?

a)

Nutrients

b)

Hormones

c)

Blood cells

d)

Oxygen

11.

How does the skeletal system work with the muscular system?

a)

By producing hormones

b)

By breaking down food

c)

By facilitating movement

d)

By regulating body temperature

12.

The digestive system breaks down food into:

a)

Nutrients like protein, vitamins, and carbohydrates

b)

Oxygen and carbon dioxide

c)

Blood cells

d)

Hormones

13.

What is the function of the excretory (urinary) system?

a)

To circulate blood throughout the body

b)

To eliminate waste from the body, including excess water and salts

c)

To regulate body temperature

d)

To break down food

14.

What does the integumentary system protect against?

a)

Muscle movements

b)

Disease

c)

Digestive processes

d)

Blood circulation

15.

What are some structures included in the integumentary system?

a)

Heart and lungs

b)

Liver and kidneys

c)

Skin, hair, and nails

d)

Brain and spinal cord

16.

Which plane divides the body into front and back portions?

a)

Midsagittal plane

b)

Frontal plane (coronal plane)

c)

Transverse plane

d)

Sagittal plane

17.

Test your knowledge of anatomical terminology related to planes and directions. Choose the correct term that matches the description provided. 17. The midsagittal plane divides the body into:

a)

Top and bottom portions

b)

Left and right halves

c)

Front and back portions

d)

Equal upper and lower halves

18.

The term "medial" refers to a position that is:

a)

Closer to the top of the head

b)

Near the side of the body

c)

Closer to the midline

d)

Away from the point of origin

19.

What does the term "distal" mean?

a)

Closer to the top of the head

b)

Closer to the midline

c)

Away from the point of origin

d)

Near the side of the body

20.

Proximal refers to a position that is:

a)

Away from the point of origin

b)

Near the tail or inferior end

c)

Near the side of the body

d)

Near the point of origin

21.

If a body part is described as "superior," where is it located?

a)

Near the head

b)

Closer to the midline

c)

Near the tail or inferior end

d)

Away from the point of origin

22.

What plane is shown in the photo?

a)

midsagittal

b)

coronal (frontal)

c)

horizontal