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A&P CH 39

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The correct order of small intestine divisions, starting proximal to the stomach, is: duodenum, jejunum, ileum.
Beginning with the largest structures, which of the following is a correct description of the small intestine’s adaptation for absorption? plicae, villi, microvilli
The terminal inch of the rectum is called the: anal canal.
The lesser omentum attaches the: liver to the lesser curvature of the stomach.
The hepatic flexure of the large intestine is also called the left colic flexure. T or F? False
The nonpathogenic bacteria of the colon are thought to be produced in the sigmoid colon. T or F? False
The pouchlike structures of the large intestine are called haustra. True
The kidneys, adrenal glands, and descending colon are examples of retroperitoneal organs. T or F? True
Villi are important modifications of the mucosal layer of the small intestine. T or F? True
Paneth cells produce enzymes and other molecules that inhibit bacterial growth in the small intestine. T or F? True
The anatomic units of the liver are called: lobules
Blood flows to hepatic lobules via branches of the: both a. hepatic artery and b. hepatic portal vein.
A merger of the hepatic duct and cystic duct form the: common bile duct.
Bile salts aid in the absorption of: fat
Within the sinusoids of the liver are many cells that remove bacteria, worn red blood cells, and other products from the bloodstream. These cells are known as: stellate macrophages
The liver consists of two lobes separated by the falciform ligament. T or F? True
Bile is manufactured by the Kupffer cells of the liver. False
The pancreas is both an endocrine and exocrine gland. True
Surgical removal of the gallbladder is called cholecystectomy. True
The small intestine is the main site of digestion and absorption. True
hemorrhoids dilated veins
appendicitis low incidence in older adults
diarrhea elimination of feces often accompanied by cramps
diverticula abnormal saclike outpouchings of the intestinal wall
colitis inflammatory condition of the large intestine
spastic colon irritable bowel syndrome
proctitis inflammation of the rectal mucosa
anal fistula passageway between the rectal wall and the skin around the anus
cirrhosis degenerative liver condition
cholelithiasis gallstone formation
Which one is not part of the small intestine? a. jejunum b. ileum c. cecum d. duodenum c. cecum
The union of the cystic duct and the __________ forms the common bile duct. a. hepatic duct
Each villus in the intestine contains a lymphatic vessel or _____ that serves to absorb lipid or fat materials from the chyme. lacteal
Cholelithiasis is the term used to describe: gallstones.
The largest gland in the body is the: liver.
The splenic flexure is the bend between the ascending colon and the transverse colon. False
The splenic colon is the S-shaped segment that terminates in the rectum. False
The mesentery is a fan-shaped projection of the parietal peritoneum. True
The normal microbiome of the colon produces essential molecules such as vitamin K and biotin. True
The last 7 to 8 inches of the intestinal tube is called the sigmoid colon. False
Created by: alucero
 

 



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