Free FSMTB MBLEx Exam Questions (page: 9)

What is the technical name for the Adam's Apple?

  1. Hvoid bone
  2. Larangeal prominence
  3. Esophagus
  4. Zyqomatic arch

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

The Adams Apple is a protrusion on the anterior portion of males named after the ancient story of Adam eating the fruit from Eve and having a piece become lodged in his throat. This protrusion is the larangeal prominence formed by an angular section of thyroid cartilage. It is present in both men and women. However, it grows in size during puberty in young men.



What does a "z-line" refer to?

  1. A spinal disorder
  2. Border of a sarcomere
  3. A cardiology report
  4. Type of bone fracture

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

A z-line is the dark band that separate sarcomeres and forms the borders where actin molecules within a muscle combine.



Where are the adrenal glands located?

  1. Brain cavity of skull
  2. Along the anterolateral portion of the neck
  3. Superior to the kidneys
  4. Throughout the body along circulatory tissues

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

The adrenal glands, known for releasing "fight or flight" hormones in response to stressors, are located superiorly to the kidneys.



Which heart valve is the mitral valve?

  1. Tricuspid
  2. Bicuspid
  3. Pulmonary semilunar
  4. Aortic semilunar

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

The mitral valve is also known as the bicuspid, which controls blood flow between the opening of the left atrium into the left ventricle.



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