Straighterline Anatomy Final, Straighterline Anatomy & Physiology Exam Questions (237 Terms) With Verified Definitions Updated 2024

Here is a figure showing major trunk cavities and other structures. What does "D" represent? A. diaphragm B. mediastinum C. pelvic cavity D. thoracic cavity E. abdominal cavity {Ans: Abdominal Cavity}What is lordosis and what is another name for it? {Ans: excessive arch to the lower back (swayback)}A band of connective tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone is a(n) Select one: a. aponeurosis. b. ligament. c. bursa. d. epimysium. e. tendon. {Ans: e. tendon.}A muscle that extends both the wrist and the index finger is the Select one: a. extensor indicis. b. extensor carpi ulnaris. c. extensor pollicis longus. d. extensor carpi radialis longus. e. extensor digiti minimi. {Ans: a. extensor indicis.}Which of the following is consistent with homeostasis? A. As body temperature rises, sweating occurs to cool the body. B. When a person drinks large quantities of water, urine output decreases to raise blood volume. C. Elevated blood glucose levels cause insulin secretion to decline. D. Decreases in blood pressure cause a corresponding decrease in heart rate. E. As blood pressure falls, blood flow to the heart decreases. {Ans: As body temperature rises, sweating occurs to cool the body}The popliteal region is