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1. Which of the following cellular exchange mechanisms requires adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and the use of a carrier protein? A) Facilitated diffusion B) Osmosis C) Active transport D) Simple diffusion Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Basic Cell Function and Structure Subject: Chapter 1 Title: Cellular Function 2. What is a key determinant of osmotic pressure? A) Water B) Sodium C) Albumin D) Glucose Ans: B Complexity: Easy Ahead: Basic Cell Function and Structure Subject: Chap...

Chapter: Chapter 10 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following is a distinction between an endocrine and an exocrine gland? A) Exocrine gland hormones are more potent. B) Endocrine glands secrete substances into a duct. C) Endocrine glands secrete substances into the bloodstream. D) Exocrine glands produce hormones, whereas endocrine glands do not. Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 10 Title: Endocrine Function 2. Which of the following state...

Chapter: Chapter 09 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Where does nutrient absorption begin? A) Esophagus B) Stomach C) Small intestine D) Large intestine Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 9 Title: Gastrointestinal Function 2. Which cranial nerve controls intestinal motility? A) Trigeminal B) Glossopharyngeal C) Hypoglossal D) Vagus Ans: D Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 9 Title: Gastrointestinal Function 3. Which ...

Chapter: Chapter 08 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. The sex hormone–binding globulin (SHBG) on a laboratory analysis is a reflection of the amount of: A) unbound testosterone in body tissues. B) free testosterone in body tissues. C) bound testosterone in body tissues. D) biologically active testosterone in body tissues. Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 8 Title: Reproductive Function 2. Proper erectile functioning requires: A) sympathetic stimulation...

Chapter: Chapter 07 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. During times of increasing blood volume such as in heart failure, a compensatory renal response is: A) afferent arteriole vasoconstriction and efferent arteriole vasodilation to promote reabsorption of fluid. B) release of urodilatin, which inhibits water and sodium reabsorption thereby leading to diuresis. C) inhibition of atrial and brain natriuretic peptides to prevent fluid retention. D) increase in antidiuretic hormone release which promot...

Chapter: Chapter 06 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Insensible water losses are those that occur as the result of water that is lost in: A) urine. B) breathing and sweating. C) urine and bowel movements. D) vomitus and bowel movements. Ans: B Complexity: Easy Ahead: Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances Subject: Chapter 6 Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis 2. Which of the following statements is true as it relates to acid–base balance? A) Renal mechanisms for correcting an ...

Chapter: Chapter 05 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following patients in the emergency room would have the highest priority for evaluation? A) 6-month-old female with fever, audible inspiratory stridor, and restlessness B) 25-year-old male with nasal drainage and hoarseness C) 40-year-old female with fever, severe body aches, and nasal congestion D) 82-year-old male with mild dyspnea on exertion Ans: A Complexity: Easy Ahead: Infectious Disorders Subject: Chapter 5 Title: Pulm...

Chapter: Chapter 04 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Cardiac cells are able to generate an impulse to contract even without an external stimulus. This is called: A) excitability. B) action potential. C) automaticity. D) chronotropic effect. Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 4 Title: Cardiovascular Function 2. On an electrocardiogram (EKG), the P wave represents: A) atrial depolarization. B) ventricular depolarization. C) atrial repolarization. D) ve...

Chapter: Chapter 03 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following coenzymes is(are) necessary for normal red blood cell nuclear maturation and DNA synthesis pathway? A) Vitamin D B) Folate C) Calcium D) Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) E) Both folate and vitamin B12 (cobalamin) Ans: E Complexity: Easy Ahead: Hematopoietic System Subject: Chapter 3 Title: Hematopoietic Function 2. von Willebrand factor is directly involved in: A) platelet adhesion and aggregation. B) platelet production...

Chapter: Chapter 02 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. A patient who has seasonal allergic rhinitis is having a flare up and is complaining of sneezing and a watery, runny nose (rhinorrhea). The patient is prescribed an antihistamine. The expected effect of this medication is to: A) promote blood flow to the area to remove inflammatory mediators. B) promote smooth muscle contraction thereby improving drainage. C) decrease vascular permeability to decrease rhinorrhea. D) increase vascular permeabi...