Human Anatomy and Physiology : Human Anatomy and Physiology

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for Human Anatomy and Physiology

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Example Questions

Example Question #1 : Immune System

What is the difference between MRSA and other Staphylococcus infections?

Possible Answers:

They are the same thing

Other Staphylococcus infections are more serious

MRSA is antibiotic resistant

MRSA is easier to treat

Correct answer:

MRSA is antibiotic resistant

Explanation:

MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is often seen in hospitals or long term care facilities. It can be treated using other antibiotics or is sometimes drained and left to heal without other intervention. 

Example Question #2 : Immune System

What are some of the symptoms of African sleeping sickness?

Possible Answers:

Wet cough, excessive mucous secretion from nose and eyes, and headache

Fever, severe headache, irritability, extreme fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and aching muscles

Severe fever, hacking cough, and blood in stools

Irritability, insomnia, uncontrollable bleeding

Correct answer:

Fever, severe headache, irritability, extreme fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and aching muscles

Explanation:

African Sleeping Sickness, caused by a parasite spread by the Tsetse Fly, has several symptoms that appear about 1-3 weeks after being bitten by the fly. The most common symptoms are fevers, extreme fatigue, muscle aches, irritability, swollen lymph nodes, and severe headaches. 

Example Question #1513 : Human Anatomy And Physiology

What insect carries the parasite responsible for African sleeping sickness?

Possible Answers:

Tsetse fly

Lone star tick

Botfly

Mosquito

Correct answer:

Tsetse fly

Explanation:

Africa sleeping sickness, also known as African trypanosomosis, is caused by a parasite. The parasite, Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense, is carried by the Tsetse fly. The fly bite is the mechanism for the parasite entering the body. There are two variations of sleeping sickness, East African and West African. 

Example Question #5 : Immune System

Name the protein most directly involved leukocyte rolling during diapedesis.

Possible Answers:

Integrins

Selectins

ICAMs

CD31

Correct answer:

Selectins

Explanation:

Selectins are most involved in the process of leukocyte rolling—or diapedesis—while ICAMs and integrins are involved in leukocyte firm and CD31 is involved in leukocyte transmigration.

Example Question #11 : Immune System

Endothelial cell retraction involves which of the following?

Possible Answers:

TNF-alpha

Neutrophils

Histamine

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Correct answer:

Histamine

Explanation:

During endothelial cell retraction, gaps form between the cells as their cytoskeletons are rearranged to decrease the cell's area. This is a result of histamine, which causes increased vascular permeability; endothelial cell retraction allows fluids to pass between the cells, contributing to the inflammatory effects of histamine.

Example Question #12 : Immune System

Which of the following tests best detects antigens in serum?

Possible Answers:

DNA microarray

Precipitation test

ELISA test

Agglutination test

Correct answer:

ELISA test

Explanation:

An ELISA test would best look at antigens present in serum by using secondary antibodies to bind to antigen-antibody complex and change color, showing if an antigen is present. DNA microarray would just show genes activated. Precipitation and agglutination reactions are not as sensitive as ELISA.

Example Question #1513 : Human Anatomy And Physiology

Which type of white blood cell releases histamine and heparin?

Possible Answers:

Neutrophil

Monocyte

Lymphocyte

Basophil

Eosinophil

Correct answer:

Basophil

Explanation:

Neutrophils are responsible for destroying bacteria, eosinophils respond to parasitic worms and allergens, lymphocytes destroy cancerous or infected cells, and monocytes phagocytize pathogens and debris.

Example Question #1 : Help With Evaluation Methods For The Immune System

Which of the following cells is stimulated to release histamine?

Possible Answers:

Mast cell

Macrophage

Natural killer cell

Neutrophil

Correct answer:

Mast cell

Explanation:

Mast cell functions in allergic responses by release histamine and other chemicals that promote inflammation. Macrophages are part of the innate immune system and function to engulf and remove debris. Neutrophils are also part of the innate immune system and have macrophagic properties, especially when fighting bacterial infection. Natural killer cells bind to and destroy pathogens without the use of antigens.

Example Question #1 : Circulatory And Respiratory Systems

What lymphatic disorder is defined as an excessive pooling or accumulation of fluid in the body?

Possible Answers:

Castleman's disease

Lymphedema

Lymphoma

Lymphangitis

Lymphocytosis

Correct answer:

Lymphedema

Explanation:

Lymphedema (commonly just "edema") is an excessive buildup of fluid in the body's tissues caused by a failure of the lymphatic system to properly balance fluids. The causes vary widely—from poor diet to malignant cancers—and it is usually seen as part of a wider constellation of symptoms. Lymphedema is also a common complication of surgery.

Example Question #2 : Circulatory And Respiratory Systems

Which of the following symptoms is not normally associated with Buerger's disease?

Possible Answers:

Arrhythmia

Discoloration

Inflammation

Gangrene

Pain in the extremities

Correct answer:

Arrhythmia

Explanation:

Buerger's disease commonly affects small arteries, veins, and nerves, narrowing the channels through which blood flows and causing ischemia (lack of blood supply) to the extremities. Long associated with tobacco exposure, the disease can cause gangrene and lead to amputation of the fingers, toes, hands and feet its most severe form.

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