HESI Practice test questions and
answers Rated A
Within liver cells, glycogen can be decomposed to yield glucose. For this process to occur, which
substance must also be present? Correct Answer-glucagon and epinephrin
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HESI Practice test questions and
answers Rated A
Within liver cells, glycogen can be decomposed to yield glucose. For this process to occur, which
substance must also be present? Correct Answer-glucagon and epinephrine
At which phase of meiosis does crossing over occur? Correct Answer-Prophase 1
Which cellular process results in the formation of sugar from carbon dioxide? Correct Answer-Calvin
cycle
What is the name for the small, tail-like projection from the cellular membrane that is used for
locomotion? Correct Answer-Flagella
Which word refers to the lowest region of the spinal cord? Correct Answer-Lumbar
The Phalynx is a(n) Correct Answer-bone
The dermis is classified s a(n) Correct Answer-organ
Upper motor neurons originate in which area of the body? Correct Answer-Motor area of the cerebral
hemispheres
Where are the pressoreceptors and chemoreceptors (specialized sensory nerves that assist with the
regulation of circulation and respiration) located? Correct Answer-Carotid Body
Where are the baroreceptors located? Correct Answer-Aorta
Which sturcture is an example of a long bone? Correct Answer-metatarsal
Which structure is divided into four lobes? Correct Answer-liver
Eye movement and papillary reflexes originate in which part of the central nervous system? Correct
Answer-Midbrain
Which vessel transports blood from the lung to the heart? Correct Answer-Pulmonary vein
What does the word 'pulmonary' mean? Correct Answer-lungs
Venous refers to which part of the body system? Correct Answer-Circulation
What is the primary sympathetic neurohormone? Correct Answer-norepinephrine
An improper balance between calcium and which substance can adversely affect the growth of healthy
bone tissue? Correct Answer-phosphorus
The function of the pulmonary veins is to carry ________________? Correct Answer-oxygenated blood
to the left atrium
What substance causes extreme dilation of arterioles and capillaries, stagnating blood flow within the
tissues and leading to profound shock? Correct Answer-Histamine
What is the expected pH of the stomach? Correct Answer-0.90 to 1.50
What mineral is responsible for muscle contraction? Correct Answer-Calcium
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