HESI Practice Test: Video 2 Answers (24 Questions)

Question 1

Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion in multiple directions?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket joint

Answer

Ball-and-socket joints, such as the hip and shoulder, allow movement in multiple planes including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation, making them the most mobile joint type in the body.

Question 2

Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?

Accepted Answer

Cerebellum

Answer

The cerebellum coordinates voluntary movements and maintains balance.

Question 3

What type of tissue supports and structures the organs?

Accepted Answer

Connective

Answer

Connective tissue is one of the four basic tissue types in the body, characterized by its diverse roles. It provides structural support, binds tissues and organs together, protects organs, stores fat, and transports substances. Examples include bone, cartilage, blood, and adipose tissue, all contributing to the body's framework and organ integrity.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a digestive system function?

Accepted Answer

Performing gas exchange

Answer

Performing gas exchange (the intake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide) is the primary function of the respiratory system, specifically the lungs. The digestive system is responsible for the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food, absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream, and elimination of unabsorbed waste, but not for gas exchange.

Question 5

Which of the following organ systems is responsible for creating movement via contraction?

Accepted Answer

Muscular

Answer

The muscular system is specifically designed for generating movement through the contraction of muscle fibers. It includes skeletal muscles (for voluntary movement), smooth muscles (for involuntary movements in internal organs), and cardiac muscle (for pumping blood). This system enables locomotion, maintains posture, and facilitates the movement of substances within the body.

HESI (ATI) Practice Test

HESI (ATI) Practice Test

HESI Practice Test: Video 2 Answers (24 Questions)