Bowel Elimination Quiz
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Which part of the gastrointestinal tract prevents reflux of stomach contents back into the esophagus?

  • Lower esophageal sphincter
  • Cardiac sphincter (correct)
  • Pyloric sphincter
  • Upper esophageal sphincter

    • What is the primary function of the stomach?

  • Elimination of waste products
  • Storage of swallowed food and liquid (correct)
  • Production of digestive enzymes
  • Absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream

    • What is the function of the upper esophageal sphincter?

  • Mixing food with digestive juices
  • Allowing food to enter the esophagus from the mouth (correct)
  • Preventing reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus
  • Preventing air from entering the esophagus during breathing

    • What is the final part of the gastrointestinal tract where defecation occurs?

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    Which part of the gastrointestinal tract contracts to propel food through the length of the GI tract?

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