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Anatomy of the Stomach Region

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What is the organ located posterior to the stomach?

Pancreas (correct)
Left lobe of liver
Transverse colon
Diaphragm

Which of the following organs is NOT located anterior to the stomach?

Pancreas (correct)
Anterior abdominal wall
Left lobe of liver
Spleen

What is the organ located to the right of the stomach?

Left kidney
Transverse colon
Duodenum (correct)
Spleen

Which of the following organs is located superior to the stomach?

Oesophagus (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the organ located inferior to the stomach?

Transverse colon (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the churning movement in the stomach?

To break down the bolus and mix it with gastric juice (C) Signup and view all the answers

During strong peristaltic contraction, what is forced through the pyloric sphincter into the duodenum?

Chyme (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of parasympathetic stimulation on the stomach?

Increases secretion of gastric juice and motility (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the pyloric sphincter when the stomach is active?

It closes to prevent the stomach contents from entering the duodenum (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of sympathetic stimulation on the stomach?

Decreases secretion of gastric juice and motility (C) Signup and view all the answers