Question 1

Match the term with the appropriate description.
-aneurysm

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A)  a bulge (a weak spot)  in the artery wall
B)  degenerative changes in arteries
C)  an overstretching of the veins of the lower extremities
D)  inflammation of the veins
E)  small vessels that supply nutrients to large arteriesF) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

The central nervous system ischemic response

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A)   is triggered by an increase in blood flow to the vasomotor center.
B)   plays an important role in controlling blood pressure under emergency conditions.
C)   is stimulated by a rise in oxygen.
D)   is inhibited by a rise in the level of hydrogen ions.
E)   plays an important role in regulating blood pressure under normal conditions.F) D) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 3

_______ _________ is a measure of the force exerted by blood against the blood vessel walls.

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The answer of _______ _________ is a measure of the...

Question 4

Which of the following arteries sends branches to the stomach and liver?

Accepted Answer

A)   celiac artery
B)   superior mesenteric artery
C)   inferior mesenteric artery
D)   renal artery
E)   splenic arteryF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 5

Arteries can constrict or dilate as needed because of the smooth muscle found in the

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A)   tunica intima.
B)   tunica media.
C)   tunica adventitia.
D)   tunica externa.
E)   tunica interna.F) C) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 6

The venous sinuses in the cranial cavity drain blood into the

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A)   cephalic vein.
B)   internal jugular vein.
C)   internal carotid vein.
D)   brachiocephalic vein.
E)   carotid artery.F) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 7

Hardening of the arteries results in _______ and deposition of plaques in the walls of the arteries results in ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   atherosclerosis; arteriosclerosis
B)   atherosclerosis; phlebitis
C)   phlebitis; atherosclerosis
D)   phlebitis; arteriosclerosis
E)   arteriosclerosis; atherosclerosisF) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 8

Which statement about precapillary sphincters is CORRECT?

Accepted Answer

A)   They contract when oxygen levels in the tissue are low.
B)   They can close off the capillaries by contracting.
C)   They are openings that allow large molecules and blood cells to leave the capillary.
D)   When the precapillary sphincters are open, blood flows only through the thoroughfare channels.
E)   They are voluntary.F) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 9

Which of the following would occur as a result of increased renin release by the kidneys?

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A)   an increase in vasodilator secretion
B)   an increase in urine output
C)   an increase in blood volume
D)   a decrease in aldosterone
E)   a decrease in blood pressureF) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 10

Systemic blood vessels transport blood

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A)   from the left ventricle through the body to the left atrium.
B)   from the left ventricle through the body to the right atrium.
C)   from the right ventricle through the body to the left atrium.
D)   from the right ventricle through the body to the right atrium.
E)   from the left ventricle to the lungs.F) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 11

Which of the following happens when a person stands in one place for a long period of time?

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A)   Gravity causes an increased accumulation of blood in the veins in the feet and legs.
B)   Blood pressure rises in the venules of the feet.
C)   Without muscular movement the pressure at the venous end of the capillaries increases.
D)   Edema may occur in the lower extremities.
E)   All of these choices are correct.F) A) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 12

One of the best ways to determine the adequacy of peripheral circulation is to check the pedal pulses. To check the pedal pulse you would check the pulse in the

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A)   ankle.
B)   wrist.
C)   groin.
D)   neck.
E)   foot.F) All of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 13

Which of the following are components of the hepatic portal system?

Accepted Answer

A)   azygos vein
B)   inferior vena cava
C)   gastric vein
D)   inferior mesenteric vein
E)   both the gastric vein and the inferior mesenteric veinF) C) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 14

Increased pressure in the aortic arch will activate the aortic arch reflex and cause

Accepted Answer

A)   a decrease in the frequency of action potentials from the aortic baroreceptors.
B)   increased parasympathetic stimulation of the heart.
C)   vasoconstriction of peripheral vessels increasing the blood pressure.
D)   increased ADH secretion.
E)   increased sympathetic stimulation of the heart.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 15

Match the term with the appropriate description.
-phlebitis

Accepted Answer

A)  a bulge (a weak spot)  in the artery wall
B)  degenerative changes in arteries
C)  an overstretching of the veins of the lower extremities
D)  inflammation of the veins
E)  small vessels that supply nutrients to large arteriesF) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 16

A vein responsible for draining blood from the upper limb is the

Accepted Answer

A)   azygos vein.
B)   portal vein.
C)   cephalic vein.
D)   peroneal vein.
E)   common iliac vein.F) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 17

Baron von Quacko, famous tag-team wrestler, has a famous "sleeper hold" that he uses on his opponents. Using only a single digit on each hand, he presses on his opponent's neck until his opponent passes out. What are the structures on which he is pressing and what is the effect?

Accepted Answer

A)   subclavian arteries; blood flow to brain is stopped
B)   carotid chemoreceptors; blood pressure increases
C)   baroreceptors in carotid sinus; peripheral vasodilation and decreased heart rate
D)   vertebral arteries; blood flow to brain is increased
E)   jugular vein; blood flow back to heart is decreasedF) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 18

When blood pressure increases, a number of events occur that return blood pressure to normal. Which of the following is one of the events that occurs after an increase in blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

A)   Baroreceptors are stimulated.
B)   Action potential frequency to the cardioregulatory center of brain decreases.
C)   Sympathetic stimulation of the heart increases.
D)   Heart rate increases.
E)   An increase in number of action potentials in the cardiac nerve.F) B) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

The superficial vessels typically seen in the hand and forearm are tributaries of the _____ and _____ veins.

Accepted Answer

A)   subclavian; axillary
B)   axillary; brachial
C)   brachial; cephalic
D)   basilica; brachial
E)   cephalic; basilicF) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 20

What artery supplies the small intestine, cecum, ascending colon, and transverse colon?

Accepted Answer

A)   inferior phrenic artery
B)   lumbar artery
C)   superior mesenteric artery
D)   inferior mesenteric arteryE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Exam 21: Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation

Increased pressure in the aortic arch will activate the aortic arch reflex and cause

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The superficial vessels typically seen in the hand and forearm are tributaries of the _____ and _____ veins.

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Match the term with the appropriate description. -aneurysm

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Which of the following are components of the hepatic portal system?

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Match the term with the appropriate description. -phlebitis

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Hardening of the arteries results in _______ and deposition of plaques in the walls of the arteries results in ______.

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Which of the following would occur as a result of increased renin release by the kidneys?

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The venous sinuses in the cranial cavity drain blood into the

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What artery supplies the small intestine, cecum, ascending colon, and transverse colon?

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Baron von Quacko, famous tag-team wrestler, has a famous "sleeper hold" that he uses on his opponents. Using only a single digit on each hand, he presses on his opponent's neck until his opponent passes out. What are the structures on which he is pressing and what is the effect?

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Arteries can constrict or dilate as needed because of the smooth muscle found in the

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Which of the following happens when a person stands in one place for a long period of time?

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Which of the following arteries sends branches to the stomach and liver?

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The central nervous system ischemic response

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Systemic blood vessels transport blood

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A vein responsible for draining blood from the upper limb is the

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When blood pressure increases, a number of events occur that return blood pressure to normal. Which of the following is one of the events that occurs after an increase in blood pressure?

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Which statement about precapillary sphincters is CORRECT?

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_______ _________ is a measure of the force exerted by blood against the blood vessel walls.

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