Hesi A2 A&p Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Which of the following is the blood vessel where exchanges take place between blood and the cells of the body? A. Artery. B. Vein. C. Capillary. D. Arteriole. {Ans: C.}The ovaries are part of the ___________. A. skeletal system B. nervous system C. lymphatic system D. reproductive system {Ans: D. The ovaries are the egg-producing reproductive organs.}How does the endocrine system work with the reproductive system? A. The reproductive system transforms minerals into useful nutrients. B. The endocrine system determines the sex of the embryo. C. The reproductive system controls the growth of secondary sex organs. D. The endocrine system produces chemicals that regulate sexual function. {Ans: D. The hormones produced by the endocrine system are critical in sexual development and reproduction.}Which organ system is primarily responsible for regulating electrolytes? A. The endocrine system. B. The urinary system. C. The lymphatic system. D. The nervous system. {Ans: B. The body's electrolytes must be maintained at very precise concentrations. Excess water dilutes the body's electrolytes, whereas water restriction concentrates them. The kidneys regulate and help maintain the balance of water and electrolytes in the body.}Which is Not produced by the pituitary gland? A. FSH B. TRH C.