Digestion Physiology and Alterations Quiz

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Which organ is responsible for the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food?

  • Liver
  • Pancreas
  • Gall bladder
  • Stomach (correct)

What is a common clinical manifestation of alterations in digestion?

  • Hypertension
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Nausea (correct)
  • Hyperthyroidism

Which part of the gastrointestinal tract includes the mouth, salivary glands, esophagus, and stomach?

  • Upper GI tract (correct)
  • Small intestine
  • Large intestine
  • Liver

What is a common alteration in digestion related to malabsorption?

<p>Celiac disease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ is responsible for producing digestive enzymes and bicarbonate?

<p>Pancreas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common assessment procedure used to examine digestion?

<p>Colonoscopy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated number of people living with chronic hepatitis?

<p>2.7-3.9 million (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hepatitis has the highest prevalence?

<p>Hepatitis C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions may have genetic considerations?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of digestive health promotion?

<p>Promoting lifestyle choices and management (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for patients with nausea/vomiting?

<p>Rule out systemic disease or acute illness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic test may be used for assessing digestion-related issues?

<p>Amylase Lipase test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may be used in conjunction with pharmacologic and nutritional therapies?

<p>Nonpharmacologic therapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is mentioned in the text under 'Lifespan Considerations'?

<p>Adolescents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the collaborative therapies mentioned in the text for digestive health?

<p>Pharmacologic therapy and nutrition therapy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is important for infants and children under 'Lifespan Considerations' according to the text?

<p>Early identification of risk factors leads to early intervention and disease prevention. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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