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Digestive system
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The digestive organ responsible for elimination of waste is the: | large intestine. |
| The sphincter muscle between the esophagus and stomach that keeps food from going back up into the esophagus is the: | Cardiac sphincter |
| Primary structures of the digestive system include the: | esophagus. |
| Which structure is located within the large intestine? | descending colon. |
| Which organ is found in the buccal cavity? | Palate |
| What role do saliva and digestive enzymes play in breaking down food? | chemical digestion. |
| Weston presented in the emergency department with abdominal pain and nausea after eating a meal that was high in fat. His symptoms indicate a diagnosis of: | cholelithiasis |
| The digestive organ responsible for absorption of nutrients is the: | small intestine. |
| Eating a diet high in calcium will improve the health of your bones, teeth, and nervous system as well as: | aid in blood clotting. |
| Paulette has a poor self-image and a fear of getting fat. She frequently binge eats and purges with laxatives and vomiting. Which digestive disorder is she experiencing? | Bulimia nervosa |
| Which digestive structure is responsible for the physical breakdown of food? | teeth |
| The spread of which disorder characterized by nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea could be prevented by practicing good handwashing or cooking food properly? | Gastroenteritis |
| Ashton experiences pain and burning in the epigastric region when laying flat in bed after eating a meal. Ashton's condition improves when the head of the bed is raised. Ashton's most likely diagnosis is: | gastroesophageal reflux. |
| Runners who eat pancakes and pasta before a race choose these foods because these foods provide extra energy from: | carbohydrates |
| The digestive disorder that could occur if a person abuses alcohol or Tylenol is: | cirrhosis |
| The term hepat means: | liver |
| After digestion of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins is completed, absorption of nutrients occurs in the: | small intestine. |
| A diabetic patient who has a wound infection that is healing slowly may be started on a diet high in: | protein |
| A diet with adequate iron intake is essential for which blood function? | Erythropoiesis |
| How is chyme different from a bolus? | Chyme is a liquid |
| Which structure is an accessory organ of the digestive system? | gallbladder |
| The digestive system is also known as the | alimentary canal |
| The substance that is produced by the liver and aids in the digestion of fat is | bile |
| The term gastro means: | stomach |
| People who contract this viral infection are often unaware of symptoms and may become chronic carriers. What is the name of this asymptomatic disorder? | hepatitis C |
| Enzymes are necessary to break down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to be used by the body. The feather-shaped organ that produces digestive enzymes and empties them into the duodenum to continue the chemical breakdown of food is the: | pancreas |
| Which are the primary structures of the gastrointestinal tract that food passes through during the digestion process? | pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon |
| The digestive prefix chole- means: | bile |
| Which condition is characterized by constipation or diarrhea, abdominal pain, and gas or bloating? | irritable bowel syndrome |
| Weston feels an increase in stress related to completing graduation requirements and preparing for final exams. He could be at risk for developing: | a peptic ulcer |
| Food must be mechanically broken down in the buccal cavity before being swallowed. Teeth are responsible for tearing and grinding food. Which organ aids in both chewing and swallowing the bolus once formed? | tongue |
| inflammatory medication for minor aches and pains. She begins experiencing epigastric pain between meals and early in the morning. Her doctor explains that she has developed a sore in the lining of her stomach. What is Faith’s most likely diagnosis? | peptic ulcer |
| Water absorption, bacterial action, fecal formation, and defecation are all functions of the: | large intestine |
| The medical prefix enter means: | intestines |
| The teeth and tongue contribute to which function of the digestive system? | physical breakdown of food |
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