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Module 9 Quiz

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Excretion is a function of the digestive system. True
The pancreas releases digestive enzymes into the large intestine. False
Which portion of the intestine joins to the stomach? small
What is the meaning of the word "hemorrhage"? excessive flow of blood
Which disease causes jaundice? hepatitis
Colon cancer is the 2nd deadliest cancer. True
A colonoscopy is a _____ of the _____. visual examination large intestine
Which of the following comes BEFORE digestion? ingestion
What is the definition of laparoscopy? visual examination of the abdomen
Phlebotomy is a surgical ______ of a ______. incision vein
Inflammation of the liver is usually caused by a ____________. virus
Mechanical digestion uses enzymes to breakdown food into smaller, more digestible parts. False
The gallbladder is responsible for storing nutrients. False
You’re in the bathroom throwing up, and Slaylin says "you have excessive vomiting". What is the correct medical term for this? hyperemesis
Which disorder is an infection of the intestinal wall? Diverticulitis
Toxicology is the study of what? poison
Which of the following is an infection of the appendix? appendicitis
What is the main function of the small intestine? Nutrient absorption
The liver produces bile to breakdown _______. fat
What is another term for eating? ingestion
Celiac disease is also called gluten intolerance. False
What is a painful sore that develops in the digestive tract? ulcer
In the digestive system, the esophagus is a passageway to the pharynx and the pharynx is a passageway to the small intestine . stomach esophagus
What is the name of the cancer that develops in the large intestine? colon cancer
The provider's order says to administer the medication sublingually. Where should you place the medication? under the tongue
The process by which completely digested nutrients enter the bloodstream and are transported to the cells throughout the body. Absorption
Elimination/excretion refers to... the removal of waste
Common condition of unknown cause. Symptoms include cramping, abdominal pain, diarrhea and constipation. IBS
-rrhaphy surgical suturing
-rrhexis rupture
-rrhea flow or discharge
-rrhage excessive flow
What is the meaning of the root word "proct/o"? rectum/anus
Where are hemorrhoids located? rectum/anus
What is the meaning of "dyspepsia"? upset stomach due to poor digestion
What does IBS stand for? Irritable Bowel Syndrome
The pancreas releases its digestive enzymes into the... small intestine
_____________ is when food is crushed and ground into smaller pieces by the teeth. Mastication
What is a colostomy? surgical creation of an opening to the large intestine
Which procedure is used to view the small intestine? enteroscopy
Choose all of the following that aid in digestion, but are not part of the GI tract. gall bladder pancreas liver
The word part "dia-" can mean complete or __________? through
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign or symptom of celiac disease? Weight gain
Which structure of the digestive system is also part of the respiratory system? pharynx
Which type of digestion occurs in the stomach? Both
Which structure is responsible for absorbing excess liquids? Large intestine
What are the 2 main symptoms of IBS? constipation and diarrhea
What is a hernia? a bulging of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening
Gluten is a type of protein found in dairy. False
Saliva contains special proteins called __________ that help breakdown food. enzymes
What is another name for the large intestine? colon
Which of the following word parts means "pancreas"? pancreat/o
Celiac disease is considered which type of disorder? (select all that apply) Autoimmune Hereditary Chronic
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