Exam 1: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology

Using anatomical terms of direction, the elbow is __________ to the wrist.

The abdomen is are divided into how many imaginary regions?

Which of the following organs would be found in the left hypochondriac region?

A major function of the serous membranes is to decrease __________.

Groups of similar cells that perform specialized functions are called tissues.

The process of removing wastes from the body is known as __________.

Average body __________ is 37°C.

The term that describes the neck region is spinal.

The heart lies in the pericardial cavity.

In which of the following quadrants is the appendix located?

What area of the body does the term inguinal primarily refer to?

Which of the following regions contains the liver?

The subdivisions of gross anatomy are regional, systemic, and surface.

Serous membranes secrete a watery lubricating fluid.

The upper middle abdominal region, between the left and right hypochondriac regions, is known as the __________ region.

Ultrasound is most useful for __________ tissues and body fluids.

A body part that is closer to the point of attachment to the trunk than another part is considered to be proximal.

The kidneys are located in the peritoneum.

Which of the following makes up most of the body's actual structure?

The kidneys and urinary bladder are components of the __________ system.