Austria - Fall Semester 2023-2024 Gastrointestinal Secretions
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What is the primary function of gastric juice?

  • Aiding in the production of chyme (correct)
  • Digesting carbohydrates
  • Neutralizing stomach acid
  • Emulsifying fats

    • Which enzyme is responsible for digesting protein in the stomach?

  • Nucleases
  • Maltase
  • Pepsin (correct)
  • Peptidases

    • What is the role of hydrochloric acid (Hcl) in the stomach?

  • Emulsifying fats
  • Activating pepsin and lowering pH (correct)
  • Neutralizing food pH
  • Digesting nucleic acids

    • Which organ is responsible for emulsification of fats for easier digestion?

    <p>Pancreas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the liver in the digestive system?

    <p>Manufacturing and storing bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the biliary tract in digestion?

    <p>Concentrating and storing bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etiologic factor of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) related to caffeine, chocolate, drugs, obesity, and cigarette smoking?

    <p>Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter (LES)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe the backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

    <p>Reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism involved in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) due to the relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter?

    <p>Transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gastrointestinal problem is characterized by inflammation in the lining of the stomach?

    <p>Peptic ulcer disease (PUD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), what contributes to the syndrome by allowing stomach juices to flow back into the esophagus?

    <p>Increased intra-gastric pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which problem is not a disease but a syndrome characterized by incompetent lower esophageal sphincter in the context of gastrointestinal issues?

    <p>Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hiatal hernia is described as the junction of the stomach and esophagus being in the normal position, but part of the stomach rolls up through the diaphragm?

    <p>Sliding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which clinical manifestation is NOT commonly associated with hiatal hernia?

    <p>Regurgitation and tracheal aspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common etiology of acute gastritis?

    <p>Alcohol consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is chronic gastritis different from acute gastritis?

    <p>Chronic gastritis involves persistent inflammation over time, whereas acute gastritis is a sudden onset of inflammation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as an etiology of gastritis?

    <p>Granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (GCSF)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between paraesophageal (rolling) hiatal hernia and sliding hiatal hernia?

    <p>In paraesophageal hernia, the stomach fully rolls up through the diaphragm, while in sliding hernia, only part of the stomach does.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of chronic gastritis according to the text?

    <p>Ingestion of bile reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to the superficial ulceration seen in acute gastritis?

    <p>Overuse of aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can untreated chronic gastritis lead to according to the text?

    <p>Gastrointestinal bleeding, shock, and death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is NOT typically associated with acute gastritis?

    <p>Hemorrhage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of cobalamin deficiency due to chronic gastritis?

    <p>Neurologic complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the gastric mucus membrane become edematous and hyperemic in chronic gastritis?

    <p>As a result of bile reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?

    <p>The area of the GI tract affected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of Crohn's disease?

    <p>Malabsorption of nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical area in the GI tract for crampy abdominal pain in Crohn's disease?

    <p>Right lower quadrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a possible etiology for Crohn's disease?

    <p>Jewish descent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature that distinguishes ulcerative colitis from Crohn's disease?

    <p>Involvement of the rectum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is correct?

    <p><strong>IBD has no cure</strong>.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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