Gastrointestinal Conditions Quiz
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Which organ is responsible for breaking down food and absorbing water and nutrients?

  • Liver
  • Stomach
  • Pancreas
  • Small intestine (correct)

Which organ is responsible for producing digestive enzymes and hormones to regulate blood sugar levels?

  • Liver
  • Stomach
  • Intestines
  • Pancreas (correct)

Which condition is characterized by a lesion in the lining of the stomach or the first part of the small intestine?

  • Peptic ulcer disease (correct)
  • Alcoholic liver disease
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Intolerance
  • Inflammatory bowel disease

Which condition is characterized by chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract?

<p>Inflammatory bowel disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

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

How does gastroesophageal reflux differ from normal physiological reflux?

<p>GERD involves involuntary movement of gastric contents to the esophagus, while normal reflux is voluntary. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) in the digestive system?

<p>To prevent gastric contents from moving back into the esophagus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do patients with GERD experience heartburn and indigestion?

<p>As a result of reduced activity of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common symptom of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

<p>Chest pain that starts behind the breastbone and moves upward to the neck (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of lying down or bending over on heartburn?

<p>It worsens heartburn (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Apart from pain, what other symptoms may individuals with GERD experience?

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

What can help individuals with GERD feel better?

<p>Standing upright or taking an antacid that clears acid out of the esophagus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following might accompany symptoms of GERD at night?

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

What type of reflux is Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

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

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