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Which component of the upper GI tract serves as a reservoir that stores food and allows little to no absorption?
Which component of the upper GI tract serves as a reservoir that stores food and allows little to no absorption?
- Pharynx
- Stomach (correct)
- Epiglottis
- Esophagus
Which enzyme is NOT active alone, requires activation by HCL, and is crucial for protein digestion?
Which enzyme is NOT active alone, requires activation by HCL, and is crucial for protein digestion?
- Ghrelin
- Intrinsic Factor
- Mucin
- Pepsinogen (correct)
Which cells in the stomach lining are responsible for producing Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) and intrinsic factor for Vitamin B12 absorption?
Which cells in the stomach lining are responsible for producing Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) and intrinsic factor for Vitamin B12 absorption?
- Parietal cells (correct)
- Chief cells
- D cells
- Endocrine cells (G cells)
What is the main function of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) in the digestive process?
What is the main function of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) in the digestive process?
Which gland is responsible for secreting 95% of amylase, which aids in carbohydrate breakdown?
Which gland is responsible for secreting 95% of amylase, which aids in carbohydrate breakdown?
What is the primary function of mucus neck cells in the stomach lining?
What is the primary function of mucus neck cells in the stomach lining?
What is the main cause of Acute Liver Failure as described in the text?
What is the main cause of Acute Liver Failure as described in the text?
Which liver enzyme is specifically mentioned as a marker for liver injury in the text?
Which liver enzyme is specifically mentioned as a marker for liver injury in the text?
What complication is NOT associated with Chronic Liver Failure as described in the text?
What complication is NOT associated with Chronic Liver Failure as described in the text?
What is the main metabolic consequence of liver dysfunction according to the text?
What is the main metabolic consequence of liver dysfunction according to the text?
Which one of the following is NOT a type of Cirrhosis discussed in the text?
Which one of the following is NOT a type of Cirrhosis discussed in the text?
What condition can result from an increased hydrostatic pressure in the portal circulation?
What condition can result from an increased hydrostatic pressure in the portal circulation?
What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
Which substance is responsible for converting pepsinogen into pepsin?
Which substance is responsible for converting pepsinogen into pepsin?
What is the main function of the small intestine in the GI system?
What is the main function of the small intestine in the GI system?
Which segment of the small intestine is responsible for absorption of vitamins, lipids, minerals, and water?
Which segment of the small intestine is responsible for absorption of vitamins, lipids, minerals, and water?
What is the main function of the large intestine in the GI system?
What is the main function of the large intestine in the GI system?
Which structure prevents material from flowing back into the small intestine from the large intestine?
Which structure prevents material from flowing back into the small intestine from the large intestine?
What stimulates gallbladder contraction in the small intestine?
What stimulates gallbladder contraction in the small intestine?
What is the primary cause for stomach ulcerations when taking drugs like aspirin and NSAIDs?
What is the primary cause for stomach ulcerations when taking drugs like aspirin and NSAIDs?
What is the role of somatostatin in the regulation of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
What is the role of somatostatin in the regulation of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
Which type of viral hepatitis is primarily caused by infected blood through IV drug use, tattoos, and piercings?
Which type of viral hepatitis is primarily caused by infected blood through IV drug use, tattoos, and piercings?
What type of viral hepatitis has the highest mortality rate among pregnant women?
What type of viral hepatitis has the highest mortality rate among pregnant women?
Which viral hepatitis can lead to chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer?
Which viral hepatitis can lead to chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with Hepatitis A?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with Hepatitis A?
Which liver function test is typically prolonged in cases of hepatitis?
Which liver function test is typically prolonged in cases of hepatitis?
What is a common symptom of hepatitis characterized by pain in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen?
What is a common symptom of hepatitis characterized by pain in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen?
What is the role of secretin in the GI system?
What is the role of secretin in the GI system?
Which hormone stimulates hunger and is produced in the stomach?
Which hormone stimulates hunger and is produced in the stomach?
What activates the cephalic phase of gastric secretions?
What activates the cephalic phase of gastric secretions?
In the intestinal phase, what inhibits gastric secretions?
In the intestinal phase, what inhibits gastric secretions?
Which hormone plays a role in decreasing gastric motility?
Which hormone plays a role in decreasing gastric motility?
What stimulates entero gastric reflex leading to inhibiting stomach secretions?
What stimulates entero gastric reflex leading to inhibiting stomach secretions?
Which hormone is known for suppressing appetite and is produced in the pancreas?
Which hormone is known for suppressing appetite and is produced in the pancreas?
What is the main function of the Ileocecal valve in the gut?
What is the main function of the Ileocecal valve in the gut?
Which of the following is NOT a common location for gut bacteria in the GI system?
Which of the following is NOT a common location for gut bacteria in the GI system?
What is one of the consequences of decreased HCL production in the aging GI system?
What is one of the consequences of decreased HCL production in the aging GI system?
What is the function of prebiotics in the gut?
What is the function of prebiotics in the gut?
What is the primary cause of Ascites in liver failure?
What is the primary cause of Ascites in liver failure?
What is one of the functions of the gut microbiome?
What is one of the functions of the gut microbiome?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the aging GI system?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the aging GI system?
Which condition is associated with pinpoint spots known as petechiae in liver failure patients?
Which condition is associated with pinpoint spots known as petechiae in liver failure patients?
What is the main cause of Jaundice in the context of liver pathology?
What is the main cause of Jaundice in the context of liver pathology?
What characteristic symptom is associated with Hemolytic jaundice?
What characteristic symptom is associated with Hemolytic jaundice?
What is the main consequence of Portal Hypertension in liver failure patients?
What is the main consequence of Portal Hypertension in liver failure patients?
What is the underlying mechanism behind Jaundice resulting from Hepatocellular damage or obstruction within the liver?
What is the underlying mechanism behind Jaundice resulting from Hepatocellular damage or obstruction within the liver?
Which symptom is a late sign of Hepatic Encephalopathy in patients with chronic liver failure?
Which symptom is a late sign of Hepatic Encephalopathy in patients with chronic liver failure?
Which condition leads to accumulation of ammonia in the blood causing damage to the nervous system in liver failure patients?
Which condition leads to accumulation of ammonia in the blood causing damage to the nervous system in liver failure patients?
Which of the following is the correct sequence of blood flow through the liver?
Which of the following is the correct sequence of blood flow through the liver?
What is the primary function of the Kupffer cells in the liver?
What is the primary function of the Kupffer cells in the liver?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver?
Which of the following is a cause of decreased secretion of bile and reduced flow, also known as cholestasis?
Which of the following is a cause of decreased secretion of bile and reduced flow, also known as cholestasis?
Which of the following is a common cause of increased unconjugated bilirubin in newborns?
Which of the following is a common cause of increased unconjugated bilirubin in newborns?
Which of the following is the main function of the sphincter of Oddi?
Which of the following is the main function of the sphincter of Oddi?
Which of the following is NOT a component of bile?
Which of the following is NOT a component of bile?
Which of the following is a common cause of increased conjugated bilirubin in the blood?
Which of the following is a common cause of increased conjugated bilirubin in the blood?
Which of the following organs is responsible for the storage and concentration of bile?
Which of the following organs is responsible for the storage and concentration of bile?
Which of the following is the primary function of the pancreatic duct?
Which of the following is the primary function of the pancreatic duct?
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