HESI A2 Anatomy and Physiology Exam 2021| Comprehensive for Grade A+

HESI Anatomy and Physiology
Exam
1. Which of the following hormones decreases the concentration of blood glucose?
A. insulin
B. glucagon
C. growth hormone
D. glucocorticoids


2. Which structure controls the hormones secreted by the pituitary gland?
A. hypothalamus
B. adrenal gland
C. testes
D. pancreas


3. How much of a female’s blood volume is composed of red blood cells?
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 40%
D. 70%


4. Which type of cholesterol is considered to be the best for health?
A. LDL
B. HDL
C. VLDL
D. VHDL


5. Where are the vocal cords located?
A. bronchi
B. trachea

, C. larynx
D. epiglottis


6. Where does gas exchange occur in the human body?
A. alveoli
B. bronchi
C. larynx
D. pharynx




7. What mineral is responsible for muscle contractions?
A. Chloride
B. Sodium
C. Calcium
D. Magnesium


8. In which of the following locations would the urinary bladder and internal reproductive
organs be found?
A. Thoracic cavity
B. Mediastinum
C. Abdominal cavity
D. Pelvic cavity


9. What separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?
A. Diaphragm
B. Mediastinum
C. Liver
D. Lungs