AAMA Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology 5

Question 1

The suffix '-plasty' means:

Accepted Answer

Surgical repair or reconstruction

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Surgical removal

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Incision

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Condition of

Question 2

Which of the following best describes homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

The body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment

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The process of cellular respiration

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The movement of blood through the heart

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The breakdown of food in the digestive system

Question 3

The term 'leukopenia' means:

Accepted Answer

Deficiency of white blood cells

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Excess white blood cells

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Excess red blood cells

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Deficiency of platelets

Question 4

The mitral valve is located between which two heart chambers?

Accepted Answer

Left atrium and left ventricle

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Right atrium and right ventricle

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Right ventricle and pulmonary artery

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Left ventricle and aorta

Question 5

Which term describes a position toward the back of the body?

Accepted Answer

Posterior

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Medial

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Superior

Question 6

The endocrine system regulates body functions primarily through:

Accepted Answer

Hormones released into the bloodstream

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Electrical nerve impulses

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Mechanical contractions

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Enzyme secretions into the digestive tract

Question 7

The combining form 'gastr/o' refers to the:

Accepted Answer

Stomach

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Liver

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Gallbladder

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Intestine