Gastrointestinal System Review

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What is another name for Ptyalin?

  • Salivary Amylase (correct)
  • Gland
  • Uvula
  • Sputum

What is the term for wavelike contractions that propel food through the GI tract?

  • Illeus
  • Striated movement
  • Peristasis (correct)
  • Smooth muscle

Where is the gastroesophageal sphincter located?

  • Upper end of esophagus
  • The hiatus opening
  • Between the stomach and duodenum
  • Where esophagus meets the stomach (correct)

What regulates the flow of intestinal contents into the large intestine?

<p>Illeocecal valve (D)</p>
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What is a function of the liver?

<p>All of the above (D)</p>
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What is the purpose of the gallbladder?

<p>Stores bile (C)</p>
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What is a benefit of reducing Pylori?

<p>Decreasing risk of GI cancer (A)</p>
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Which vitamin is the only water-soluble vitamin stored?

<p>Vitamin B12 (C)</p>
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Which virus is associated with oropharyngeal cancer?

<p>HPV (A)</p>
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What is the term used to describe a white patch on the tongue or cheek?

<p>Leukoplakia (A)</p>
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Which option is used to assist with maintaining an airway?

<p>Tracheostomy (D)</p>
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