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What does the term hepatomegaly specifically refer to?
What does the term hepatomegaly specifically refer to?
- Infection of the kidneys
- Swelling of the gallbladder
- Inflammation of the pancreas
- Enlargement of the liver (correct)
What condition is commonly associated with gallstones obstructing bile flow?
What condition is commonly associated with gallstones obstructing bile flow?
- Cirrhosis
- Pancreatitis
- Cholecystitis (correct)
- Hepatitis
What procedure involves the surgical removal of the gallbladder?
What procedure involves the surgical removal of the gallbladder?
- Gastrectomy
- Hepatectomy
- Cholecystectomy (correct)
- Colectomy
Which of the following is a common analysis performed on feces?
Which of the following is a common analysis performed on feces?
What is the primary function of the urinary system?
What is the primary function of the urinary system?
Which statement is true regarding the anatomical structures of the urinary system?
Which statement is true regarding the anatomical structures of the urinary system?
What term describes the presence of black, tarry stool due to digested blood?
What term describes the presence of black, tarry stool due to digested blood?
Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?
Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?
What is the primary function of the gallbladder?
What is the primary function of the gallbladder?
Which term refers to the breaking down of body cells and releasing energy?
Which term refers to the breaking down of body cells and releasing energy?
What role does sodium bicarbonate play in digestion?
What role does sodium bicarbonate play in digestion?
What are essential nutrients that the body requires only in small amounts?
What are essential nutrients that the body requires only in small amounts?
What term describes the process of transporting completely digested nutrients to cells?
What term describes the process of transporting completely digested nutrients to cells?
What does the term 'cholecystic' refer to?
What does the term 'cholecystic' refer to?
Which condition is characterized by a loss of appetite due to disease?
Which condition is characterized by a loss of appetite due to disease?
Which type of metabolism involves building up body cells and substances?
Which type of metabolism involves building up body cells and substances?
What is the medical term for the absence of urine formation by the kidneys?
What is the medical term for the absence of urine formation by the kidneys?
Which condition is characterized by the involuntary discharge of urine?
Which condition is characterized by the involuntary discharge of urine?
What does the term nephropathy refer to?
What does the term nephropathy refer to?
Which term describes the frequent and excessive urination during the night?
Which term describes the frequent and excessive urination during the night?
What condition is characterized by the inability to completely empty the bladder?
What condition is characterized by the inability to completely empty the bladder?
What is defined as a toxic condition resulting from renal failure?
What is defined as a toxic condition resulting from renal failure?
What is the final stage of chronic kidney disease called?
What is the final stage of chronic kidney disease called?
Which condition commonly occurs with an enlarged prostate gland?
Which condition commonly occurs with an enlarged prostate gland?
What is the main function of the renal pelvis?
What is the main function of the renal pelvis?
What process is responsible for moving urine down the ureters?
What process is responsible for moving urine down the ureters?
Which structure serves as a reservoir for urine before it is excreted?
Which structure serves as a reservoir for urine before it is excreted?
Which of the following best describes the urethra?
Which of the following best describes the urethra?
What could result if waste products are not efficiently removed from the bloodstream?
What could result if waste products are not efficiently removed from the bloodstream?
What is the function of the folds lining the urinary bladder?
What is the function of the folds lining the urinary bladder?
How do the ureters connect to the urinary bladder?
How do the ureters connect to the urinary bladder?
Which part of the nephron is primarily involved in filtering blood?
Which part of the nephron is primarily involved in filtering blood?
What condition occurs when fluid loss exceeds fluid intake?
What condition occurs when fluid loss exceeds fluid intake?
What is the primary cause of constipation?
What is the primary cause of constipation?
Which condition is characterized by the urge to vomit?
Which condition is characterized by the urge to vomit?
What does the acronym BMI stand for in relation to health and weight?
What does the acronym BMI stand for in relation to health and weight?
What condition involves the inability to control feces excretion?
What condition involves the inability to control feces excretion?
Which medical condition is described as a blockage of the intestine?
Which medical condition is described as a blockage of the intestine?
What term describes an excessive accumulation of body fat?
What term describes an excessive accumulation of body fat?
What causes the yellow discoloration in jaundice?
What causes the yellow discoloration in jaundice?
Study Notes
The Gallbladder
- Pear-shaped organ beneath the liver, stores and concentrates bile.
- Cholecystic refers to anything pertaining to the gallbladder.
The Pancreas
- Soft, 6-inch gland located behind the stomach, involved in digestion and endocrine functions.
- Produces pancreatic juices, digestive enzymes, and sodium bicarbonate to neutralize stomach acids.
- Pancreatic pertains to the pancreas.
Digestive System Terms
- Digestion: Process of breaking complex foods into usable nutrients.
- Digestive Enzymes: Chemicals that transform food into simpler nutrients.
- Nutrients: Substances from food necessary for body function; primary include carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
- Vitamins and Minerals: Essential nutrients required in small amounts.
- Metabolism: Processes involving nutrient utilization; consists of anabolism (building up) and catabolism (breaking down).
- Absorption: Transport of digested nutrients to body cells.
- Peptic Ulcers: Sores on digestive mucous membranes.
- Anorexia: Loss of appetite, often disease-related.
- Dehydration: Fluid loss exceeds intake, disrupting electrolyte balance.
- Malnutrition: Lack of proper food/nutrients from shortage, poor habits, or digestive issues.
- Malabsorption: Small intestine's failure to absorb nutrients effectively.
- Obesity: Excessive body fat, typically 20-30% over weight standards; assessed via Body Mass Index (BMI).
- Nausea: Urge to vomit.
- Intestinal Obstruction: Blockage in intestines.
- Bowel Incontinence: Inability to control stool excretion.
- Jaundice: Yellow discoloration due to excess bilirubin.
- Hepatitis: Liver inflammation, commonly viral.
- Constipation: Infrequent bowel movements (<3 per week), causing hard stools.
- Diarrhea: Frequent, watery stools leading to dehydration.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Condition with cramping, pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea.
- Hepatomegaly: Abnormal liver enlargement.
- Cholecystitis: Gallbladder inflammation linked to gallstones.
- Enema: Solution placement in rectum for bowel activity.
- Stool Samples: Feces specimens for analysis.
Urinary System
- Comprises two kidneys, two ureters, one bladder, and urethra.
- Adrenal glands atop kidneys, part of the endocrine system.
Functions of the Urinary System
- Maintains homeostasis, a constant internal environment.
- Filtrates flow into renal tubules, where select elements are returned to the bloodstream.
- Waste products form urine, draining into the renal pelvis for ureter transport.
Key Components
- Renal Pelvis: Funnel-shaped kidney area collecting urine from nephrons.
- Ureters: Narrow tubes transporting urine from kidneys to bladder via peristalsis.
- Urinary Bladder: Muscular organ that stores urine, lined with folds for expansion.
- Urethra: Tube extending from bladder to body exterior.
Urinary System Terms
- Urination: Normal urine excretion process.
- Urologist: Doctor specializing in urinary system diseases and disorders.
- Nephropathy: Kidney disease.
- Anuria: Absence of urine formation.
- Diuresis: Increased urine output.
- Dysuria: Painful urination.
- Enuresis: Involuntary urine discharge.
- Nocturia: Frequent nighttime urination.
- Urinary Retention: Incomplete bladder emptying, common with enlarged prostate.
- Incontinence: Loss of control over urine/feces excretion.
- Renal Failure: Loss of kidney function.
- Uremia: Toxic condition due to retained wastes in blood from renal failure.
- Acute Renal Failure (ARF): Sudden onset kidney failure, can be fatal if untreated.
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Gradual renal function loss over time.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD): Final CKD stage, fatal without dialysis or transplant.
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Explore the roles of the gallbladder and pancreas in human anatomy. This quiz covers the structure, function, and significance of these vital organs in the digestive and endocrine systems. Test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of these essential components of human health.
