Module 2 Test: Science for Healthcare Assistants (Human Anatomy and Physiology, Common Illnesses, and Nutrition)

Which nutrient is most responsible for building and repairing tissues?

Which vitamin is abundant in citrus fruits?

What is the primary function of red blood cells?

The diaphragm separates the thoracic cavity from the:

A patient with constant thirst and frequent urination may be suffering from:

Which of these is a freely movable joint?

Which organ stores and concentrates bile?

What does the urinary bladder do?

Which body system is responsible for hormone production?

Alzheimer’s disease mainly affects the:

The pancreas releases which hormone?

What system includes bones and joints?

Which part of the digestive system absorbs most nutrients?

Which gland controls the “fight or flight” response?

What is the primary function of the lymph nodes?

Which system includes the lungs and trachea?

What is the function of the kidney?

Which of the following is a common symptom of a urinary tract infection?

Which of these are symptoms of influenza?

A person with Parkinson’s disease may experience:

Which bone is part of the upper limb?

Which disease is associated with insulin deficiency?

A cataract affects which part of the eye?

What is a symptom of a stroke?

Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for gaseous exchange?

The skeletal system contains over 300 bones in adults.

The pancreas secretes insulin.

The gall bladder produces bile.

A balanced diet includes vegetables as main food groups.

Alzheimer’s disease can be cured with antibiotics.

Dehydration symptoms include dry mouth and confusion.

Vitamin D is primarily found in leafy vegetables.

The lungs are found in the abdominal cavity.

A person with asthma should lie flat during an attack.

The heart is located in the abdominal cavity.

Use the following answers to fill in the blanks (type the correct answer in the blank spaces)

• Sensory

• Carbon dioxide

• Femur

• Soft

• Mycobacterium tuberculosis

• Cataract

• Urethra

• Mechanical

• Adrenal

• Liver

Label the Skeletal system below using the names provided in the list.

Carpus, Skull, Tarsus, Fibula, Ulna, Nasal cavity, Sternum, Metatarsus, Humerus, Orbital cavity, Coccyx, Tibia, Shoulder blade, Sacrum, Tarsus.