Deck 15: The Human Body

Question 1

The center of a cell that is vital for the growth,metabolism,and reproduction of a cell is:

A)connective tissue.
B)nucleus.
C)nerve tissue.
D)cell membrane.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Epithelial tissue performs what function?

A)absorbs
B)protects
C)secretes
D)all of the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which system contains the heart,blood,and arteries?

A)muscular
B)circulatory
C)digestive
D)integumentary

Answer 3

B

Question 4

"Front" means

A)posterior.
B)inferior.
C)superior.
D)anterior.

Question 5

Which of the following are tissues?

A)intestinal
B)bone
C)gastro
D)blood

Question 6

The basic unit of living matter is a(an)

A)organ
B)cell
C)neuron.
D)chromosome

Question 7

Which system contains the brain?

A)skeletal
B)endocrine
C)nervous
D)urinary

Question 8

Which system contains the kidneys,ureters,bladder,and urethra?

A)skeletal
B)urinary
C)endocrine
D)nervous

Question 9

"Behind" means

A)superior.
B)anterior.
C)posterior.
D)inferior.

Question 10

The study of the body structure and the relation of its parts are called?

A)anatomy
B)cardiology
C)terminology
D)physiology

Question 11

The substance that surrounds the nucleus and also the area where cell activities take place is called the

A)nerve tissue
B)cytoplasm
C)cell membrane
D)connective tissue

Question 12

Tissues which are specialized to bind together and support other tissues are called

A)blood and lymph tissue.
B)nerve tissue.
C)epithelial tissue.
D)connective tissues.

Question 13

Tissue that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system and to and from the body systems is

A)nerve tissue.
B)epithelial tissue.
C)muscle tissue.
D)connective tissue.

Question 14

Which system contains the pineal gland,adrenal gland,ovaries,breasts,and testes?

A)urinary
B)endocrine
C)nervous
D)skeletal

Question 15

The science that deals with the physical and chemical processes of cells,tissues,and organs of living organisms is

A)endocrinology
B)physiology
C)pathology
D)radiology

Question 16

The back of the body is called the

A)superior side.
B)inferior side.
C)posterior side.
D)anterior side.

Question 17

Which of the following is a type of muscle tissue?

A)smooth
B)cardiac
C)striated
D)all of the above

Question 18

A group of cells of the same type that work together to perform a particular function is called a

A)tissue.
B)cell.
C)organ.
D)none of the above

Question 19

Blood and lymph tissue performs what function?

A)circulates
B)protects
C)covers
D)all of the above

Question 20

The front side of the body is called the

A)anterior.
B)inferior.
C)superior.
D)posterior.

Question 21

The reproductive system performs what function?

A)is the first line of defense against infection
B)carries food and oxygen to the cells
C)brings oxygen to the body
D)none of the above

Question 22

Connective tissue performs what function?

A)supports
B)absorbs
C)excretes
D)secretes

Question 23

If a tumour is able to invade the lymph or blood tissue,it can spread through the body to other organs,a process known as:

A)metastasis
B)benign
C)malignant
D)cancer

Question 24

The study of functions of the body is known as microbiology.

Question 25

The respiratory system performs what function?

A)gives movement to the body
B)secretes hormones
C)gives the body air to supply oxygen to the cells
D)none of the above

Question 26

A benign tumour is one which:

A)invades surrounding tissue
B)stays at its site of origin
C)spreads to other areas of the body,and destroy organs
D)requires a biopsy

Question 27

The three main types of cancer treatment include:

A)surgery,chemotherapy,and radiation therapy
B)surgery,chemotherapy,and biopsy therapy
C)biopsy,chemotherapy,and radiation therapy
D)biopsy,surgery,and chemotherapy

Question 28

A group of cells of the same type is called tissue.

Question 29

The muscular system performs what function?

A)supports the body
B)takes in and absorbs nutrients
C)gives movement to the body
D)all of the above

Question 30

The diagnosis of cancer usually provokes intense anxiety for clients and their families:

A)only if the prognosis is negative
B)even if the prognosis is positive
C)depending upon the biopsy
D)rarely

Question 31

Blood vessels are organs found in the

A)respiratory system.
B)gastrointestinal system.
C)circulatory system.
D)muscular system.

Question 32

Risk factors for cancer include:

A)relaxation and leisure activities
B)being aware that some types of cancer are genetically linked
C)alcohol
D)engaging in physical activity for 30 to 60 minutes per day

Question 33

The mouth,teeth,and tongue are part of which system?

A)integumentary
B)gastrointestinal
C)circulatory
D)none of the above

Question 34

The physical changes associated with cancer treatments can cause significant emotional distress for clients,therefore,the personal care provider should:

A)tell your clients everything will by OK
B)actively listening to your clients
C)speak only to family members
D)refrain from answering sensitive questions from your clients

Question 35

One of the effects of chemotherapy is nausea and vomiting.The personal care provider can assist their client by:

A)reminding the client to increase physical activity after meals
B)preparing large frequent meals for the client.
C)mixing hot and cold foods
D)avoiding prepared spicy and fried foods

Question 36

The heart,lungs,and kidneys are tissues.

Question 37

Hair,nails,and sweat glands are part of the

A)integumentary system.
B)endocrine system.
C)skeletal system.
D)none of the above.

Question 38

A prevention strategy to reduce the risk of cancer due to sunlight is:

A)use sunscreen of at least SPF 5
B)use tanning beds instead of exposure to the sun
C)increase sun exposure between 1100 and 1500 hrs
D)wear a hat and protective clothing.

Question 39

The nervous system performs what function?

A)secretes hormones
B)vontrols the activities of the body
C)provides the first line of defense against infection
D)supports the body

Question 40

The gastrointestinal system performs what function?

A)supports the body
B)takes in and absorbs nutrients and eliminates waste
C)carries food and oxygen to all body tissues
D)all of the above

Question 41

The human body is made up of millions of cells.

Question 42

Striated tissue is found in voluntary muscles.

Question 43

Organs in the abdominal cavity include the liver,spleen,and pancreas.

Question 44

Tendons and bones are epithelial tissue.

Question 45

The peritoneum keeps organs in their proper places within the abdominal cavity and protects them from rubbing against one another when they move.

Question 46

The nucleus of the cell directs cellular activity.

Question 47

The cell membrane allows nothing to pass in and out ofthe cell.

Question 48

Cells are made up of three main parts.

Question 49

The cell is the fundamental building block of all living matter.

Question 50

In any cell preparing for division,the nucleus first copies its chromosomes exactly.

Question 51

The types of tissue are striated,smooth,and respiratory.

Question 52

Cells usually work alone.

Question 53

Cells reproduce by division.

Question 54

The mouth is lined with connective tissue.

Question 55

The nucleus is NOT important to the process of heredity.

Question 56

Cytoplasm is where the activities of the cell take place.

Question 57

The skeletal system allows movement of the body.

Question 58

Nerve tissue transmits impulses throughout the body.

Question 59

The circulatory system delivers nutrients and oxygen to all cells
in the body.

Question 60

Smooth tissue is found in the involuntary muscles.

Question 61

Some types of cancer are genetically linked,therefore having a family history of these cancers increases a client's risk.

Question 62

Actively listening to your clients and providing emotional support are critical
aspects of your role as a personal care provider.

Question 63

When cell begins to divide and reproduce at an abnormal,uncontrolled rate,the resultant growth is known as a neoplasm.

Question 64

Prognosis is known as the treatment for cancer.

Question 65

Benign refers to the surgical removal of a small piece of tumour for analysis.

Question 66

Chemotherapy is used only to remove a tumor surgically.

Question 67

A risk factor of cancer includes diet.