Gallstones and Gastrointestinal Disorders
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What is the main function of the pylorus?

  • To absorb nutrients
  • To produce bile
  • To digest food
  • To regulate the flow of food into the small intestine (correct)
  • What is the approximate length of the small intestine?

  • 10 meters
  • 22 meters (correct)
  • 30 meters
  • 40 meters
  • What is the main function of the duodenum?

  • To digest protein
  • To absorb nutrients
  • To produce bile
  • To neutralize acids from the stomach (correct)
  • What is the function of villi in the jejunum?

    <p>To increase the surface area for nutrient absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the liver?

    <p>To produce bile, detoxify, and metabolize</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the exocrine function of the pancreas?

    <p>To produce enzymes for digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a crucial role in the delivery process of nutrients?

    <p>The circulatory system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of digestion involves neural activation in the brain stem?

    <p>Cephalic phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regulates gastric secretion and motility during the gastric phase?

    <p>Neural and hormonal mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of an immune reaction to gluten in individuals with celiac disease?

    <p>Damage to the small intestine's lining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder?

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

    What is a factor that affects the digestive system?

    <p>Medications and medical conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of trauma on the digestive system?

    <p>Increased risk of IBS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common mental health concern associated with IBS?

    <p>Depression and anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of stress on digestion?

    <p>Exacerbation of digestive issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a psychological intervention that can help with mental health concerns?

    <p>Cognitive Behavioral Therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of depression on the gut?

    <p>Altered gut microbiota</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of depression on digestion?

    <p>Altered bowel habits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause gallstone formation?

    <p>Excess cholesterol in the bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of gallstones?

    <p>Abdominal pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of IBS?

    <p>A gastrointestinal disorder that requires long-term management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of SIBO?

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

    What is a characteristic of diarrhea?

    <p>Frequent and loose bowel movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is amoebiasis?

    <p>A type of parasitic infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the gallbladder?

    <p>To store bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is characterized by an immune-mediated reaction to gluten?

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

    What is the primary function of the small intestine?

    <p>To absorb nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

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

    What is the main function of the pancreas in digestion?

    <p>To produce digestive enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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