Which is a muscle on the posterior portion of the upper arm?
what is triceps brachii
Which abdominal region is on either side of the epigastric region?
what is illiac
Planning, recalling information, and decision-making are all functions of the:
What is the relationship of skin to muscle?
what is superficial
The digestive organ responsible for absorption of nutrients is the:
what is the small intestine
The end of a long bone is known as the
what is the endiphysis
Which cavity contains the heart, lungs, and esophagus?
what is the thoracic cavity
The brain and the spinal cord are part of the:
what is the CNS
he outer layer of hair is the:
what is the cortex
What role do saliva and digestive enzymes play in breaking down food?
what is chemical digestion
When a gymnast performs a head stand, what characteristic of muscles describes what is happening to his chest and shoulder muscles?
what is contractibility
What is the relationship of the arms to the body’s core?
what is lateral
Cranial nerves and spinal nerves are part of the:
what is the PNS
The innermost layer of the skin is the:
what is the subcutaneous
Which structure is an accessory organ of the digestive system?
what is the gallbladder
Leah was involved in a motor vehicle accident. She has extreme pain and immobility in her lower left leg. There is bruising, but no open wound. What type of fracture may Leah have?
what is a simple fracture
The heart, blood vessels, and blood are in which system?
what is the circulatory system
Liz has trouble with appetite control, temperature regulation, and maintaining a healthy weight. Which area of the brain is affected?
what is the hypothalamus
Receptors for touch, cold, and pain present in the skin are responsible for which function of the integumentary system?
what is sensory perception
The digestive disorder that may occur if a person abuses alcohol or Tylenol is:
what is cirrhosis
Helen is an 80-year-old woman with stiff, painful joints caused by loss of articular cartilage. She suffers from:
what is rheumatoid arthritis
Which cavity contains the heart, lungs, and esophagus?
Sarah fell while rock climbing and struck the ground. She is experiencing respiratory distress and is unable to move. Sarah's doctor will most likely diagnose her with which condition?
what is spinal cord injury
Sebaceous glands produce an increased amount of sebum during adolescence leading to which integumentary system disorder?
what is acne
How is chyme different from a bolus?
what is chyme is liquid