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| Where is the epiglottis located? |
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| All of the following are important enterogastrone hormoes EXCEPT... |
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| What is/are the primary target organ(s) for the action of cholecystokinin? |
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| Which of the following best describes the normal pH of the stomach? |
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| In general, which of the following is associated with the fewest adverse effects from the treatment of constipation in adults? |
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| Which of the following results from reverse peristalsis? |
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| Which of the following is known to be produced by small intestinal bacteria? |
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| What is the very first thing you should do if you suspect someone is choking on food? |
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| Which of the following describes the anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract? |
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| When alcohol and barbiturates are ingested, they are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and transported first to to the... |
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| The lower esophageal sphincter is also known as the... |
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| What is the most metabolically active organ? |
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| What is one function of the pyloric sphincter? |
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| Prevents the contents of the small intestine from backing up into the stomach |
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| What is the first vessel to receive absorbed water-soluble vitamins? |
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| Which of the following nutrients requires the least amount of digestion? |
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| What types of enzymes are responsible for hydrolyzing the proteins in foods? |
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| Which of the following is NOT an effective therapy for constipation? |
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| Jenny has just undergone a cholecystectomy. After recovery, Jenny will no longer... |
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| Have an extra reservoir for bile |
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| Which of the following is least likely to aggravate an existing ulcer? |
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| Which of the following is a feature of the muscular actions of digestion? |
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| Segmentation in the intestines allows periodic squeezing along its length, resulting in momentary reversal of the movement of intestinal contents |
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| Which of the following would NOT be acted upon by pancreatic juice secreted into the intestinal tract? |
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| The process by which food is broken down into absorbable components is called... |
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| When ingested in large quantities, the sugar alternative sorbitol and the fat alternative olestra are known to induce... |
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| Which of the following is a characteristic of the appendix? |
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| Jim went for his annual medical check-up and was diagnosed with heartburn. Which of the following actions is most likely causing Jim's condition? |
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| Defective lower esophageal sphincter activity |
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| Approximately how many different species and subspecies of bacteria live in a healthy GI tract? |
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| What is the general composition of lymph? |
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| A transparent yellowish fluid that contains no red blood cells or platelets |
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| Which of the following nutrients requires the greatest time for digestion? |
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| Which of the following is a feature of the lymphatic system? |
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| It carries fats away from the intestines |
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| The chief purpose of the gallbladder is to store a substance that is required for the assimilation of dietary... |
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| An example of an important function of the colon would be its absorption of... |
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| The hepatic portal vein empties into the... |
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| Which of the following is a feature of irritable bowel syndrome? |
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| Effective treatment includes peppermint oil |
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| What is the name of the projections on the inner surface of the small intestine? |
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| During the process of digestion, at what point does the stomach begin to release chyme? |
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| When the chyme is liquefied |
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| What is intestinal ischemia |
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| Reduced blood flow to the intestines |
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| Which of the following is a significant property of dietary fiber? |
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| Promotes water retention of stools |
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| What is the lumenlof the GI tract? |
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| After swallowing, in what order does food pass through the regions of the GI tract? |
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| Stomach, duodenum, jejunum, ileum, colon |
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| The flavor of monosodium glutamate |
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| People are said to be constipated when they experience... |
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| Painful of difficult bowel movements |
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| Which of the following is NOT considered one of the basic taste sensations? |
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| Which of the following is NOT true about digestion? |
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| Saliva contains enzymes that digest sugars, fats, and proteins |
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| What is an important function of mucus? |
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| Proctects the stomach walls from digestion |
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| What is the function of bile? |
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| An inactive enzyme precursor |
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| All of the following dietary measures are known to help relieve constipation EXCEPT... |
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| Which of the following is NOT a typical component of stools? |
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| Which of the following stimulates the pancreas to release bicarbonate-rich juice? |
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| Which of the following is most likely to result from insufficient intake of fiber? |
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| Which of the following is a feature of the taste buds? |
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| They react only with particles in solution |
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| The process by which bile acts on fat so enzymes can attack the fat is known as... |
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| The living bacteria found in yogurt are known as... |
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| What is the function of mucus in the stomach? |
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| Protects stomach cells from gastric juices |
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| The Heimlich maneuver may be helpful in conditions associated with... |
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| What is the primary cause for belching? |
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| Which of the following is a function of the intestinal microvilli? |
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| Transport of nutrient molecules |
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| What is the fate of any enzymes that are present in the foods we eat? |
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| Hydrolyzed in the GI tract |
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| What is the primary role of the normal, thriving intestinal bacterial population? |
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| Helps prevent infectious bacteria from attacking the system |
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| Which of the following is NOT among the functions of cholecystokinin |
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| Triggering release of gastrin |
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