HESI A2 Anatomy & Physiology V1/V2 | Actual Exam
Questions & 100% Correct Answers | Latest Update 2026
| Nursing Admission Exam Prep
1. If a patient with myopia is prescribed corrective lenses, what type of lenses
would they likely receive, and how would these lenses help improve their
vision?
Convex lenses, which help to converge light rays for better near vision.
No lenses, as myopia does not require correction.
Concave lenses, which help to diverge light rays and allow for
clearer distance vision.
Bifocal lenses, which provide both near and distance vision correction.
2. What structure in the female reproductive system is responsible for
producing progesterone?
Ovary
Placenta
Follicle
Corpus luteum
3. The superior portion of the sternum indicated in the diagram is called the:
, Xiphoid Process
Clavicle
Ribs
Manubrium
4. Describe how the urinary system contributes to homeostasis in the human
body.
The urinary system plays a role in the immune response.
The urinary system primarily focuses on digestion and nutrient
absorption.
The urinary system helps maintain homeostasis by regulating water
and electrolyte balance, as well as removing metabolic waste.
The urinary system is responsible for oxygen transport in the
bloodstream.
5. If a patient has damage to the medulla oblongata, which physiological
functions might be compromised?
Cognitive functions and decision making
, Motor coordination and balance
Sensory perception and processing
Breathing and heart rate regulation
6. In which body cavity would you find the esophagus?
Pelvic
Spinal
Abdominal
Thoracic
7. Which structures are included in the upper respiratory system?
Nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx
Bronchioles, alveoli, trachea
Lungs, diaphragm, pleura
Trachea, bronchi, alveoli
8. Describe the role of the retina in the process of color vision.
The retina regulates the amount of light entering the eye.
The retina focuses light onto the lens for better vision.
The retina is responsible for producing tears to keep the eye moist.
The retina contains photoreceptors called cones that are
responsible for detecting color.
9. Which area of the hand is primarily affected by damage to the ulnar nerve?
The palm of the hand
, The thumb and index finger
The entire hand
The little finger and half of the ring finger
10. What does each letter in the ABCD of cancer stand for?
Asymmetry, Border, Contrast, Diameter
Asymmetry, Base, Color, Diameter
Area, Border, Color, Depth
Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter
11. If a person has a blockage in their eustachian tube, what symptoms might
they experience?
Increased sensitivity to sound
Dizziness and balance issues
Nasal congestion and sore throat
Hearing loss and ear discomfort
12. Describe the function of a ball & socket joint and how it differs from other
types of joints.
A ball & socket joint is primarily responsible for stability, unlike fibrous
joints which provide flexibility.
A ball & socket joint connects two bones with limited movement,
unlike pivot joints which allow rotation.
A ball & socket joint allows for a wide range of motion in multiple
directions, unlike hinge joints which permit movement in one plane.
Questions & 100% Correct Answers | Latest Update 2026
| Nursing Admission Exam Prep
1. If a patient with myopia is prescribed corrective lenses, what type of lenses
would they likely receive, and how would these lenses help improve their
vision?
Convex lenses, which help to converge light rays for better near vision.
No lenses, as myopia does not require correction.
Concave lenses, which help to diverge light rays and allow for
clearer distance vision.
Bifocal lenses, which provide both near and distance vision correction.
2. What structure in the female reproductive system is responsible for
producing progesterone?
Ovary
Placenta
Follicle
Corpus luteum
3. The superior portion of the sternum indicated in the diagram is called the:
, Xiphoid Process
Clavicle
Ribs
Manubrium
4. Describe how the urinary system contributes to homeostasis in the human
body.
The urinary system plays a role in the immune response.
The urinary system primarily focuses on digestion and nutrient
absorption.
The urinary system helps maintain homeostasis by regulating water
and electrolyte balance, as well as removing metabolic waste.
The urinary system is responsible for oxygen transport in the
bloodstream.
5. If a patient has damage to the medulla oblongata, which physiological
functions might be compromised?
Cognitive functions and decision making
, Motor coordination and balance
Sensory perception and processing
Breathing and heart rate regulation
6. In which body cavity would you find the esophagus?
Pelvic
Spinal
Abdominal
Thoracic
7. Which structures are included in the upper respiratory system?
Nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx
Bronchioles, alveoli, trachea
Lungs, diaphragm, pleura
Trachea, bronchi, alveoli
8. Describe the role of the retina in the process of color vision.
The retina regulates the amount of light entering the eye.
The retina focuses light onto the lens for better vision.
The retina is responsible for producing tears to keep the eye moist.
The retina contains photoreceptors called cones that are
responsible for detecting color.
9. Which area of the hand is primarily affected by damage to the ulnar nerve?
The palm of the hand
, The thumb and index finger
The entire hand
The little finger and half of the ring finger
10. What does each letter in the ABCD of cancer stand for?
Asymmetry, Border, Contrast, Diameter
Asymmetry, Base, Color, Diameter
Area, Border, Color, Depth
Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter
11. If a person has a blockage in their eustachian tube, what symptoms might
they experience?
Increased sensitivity to sound
Dizziness and balance issues
Nasal congestion and sore throat
Hearing loss and ear discomfort
12. Describe the function of a ball & socket joint and how it differs from other
types of joints.
A ball & socket joint is primarily responsible for stability, unlike fibrous
joints which provide flexibility.
A ball & socket joint connects two bones with limited movement,
unlike pivot joints which allow rotation.
A ball & socket joint allows for a wide range of motion in multiple
directions, unlike hinge joints which permit movement in one plane.
