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Which part of the gastrointestinal tract serves primarily to absorb water and electrolytes?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract serves primarily to absorb water and electrolytes?
- Duodenum
- Large intestine (correct)
- Small intestine
- Stomach
Where is digestion completed and most nutrients absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
Where is digestion completed and most nutrients absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
- Duodenum
- Small intestine (correct)
- Stomach
- Esophagus
Which part of the body is responsible for notifying the body that it is satisfied or has received sufficient food?
Which part of the body is responsible for notifying the body that it is satisfied or has received sufficient food?
- Thyroid gland
- Pituitary gland
- Pancreas
- Hypothalamus (correct)
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract includes the mouth, esophagus, and stomach?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract includes the mouth, esophagus, and stomach?
In the nursing history assessment of the GIT, which subjective data includes presence of dental prosthesis and comfort of usage?
In the nursing history assessment of the GIT, which subjective data includes presence of dental prosthesis and comfort of usage?
What does the lower gastrointestinal tract primarily serve to absorb?
What does the lower gastrointestinal tract primarily serve to absorb?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is responsible for notifying the body that it is satisfied or has received sufficient food?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is responsible for notifying the body that it is satisfied or has received sufficient food?
Where is digestion completed and most nutrients absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
Where is digestion completed and most nutrients absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
What structures are included in the upper gastrointestinal tract?
What structures are included in the upper gastrointestinal tract?
What subjective data is included in the nursing history assessment of the GIT?
What subjective data is included in the nursing history assessment of the GIT?
