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What is the function of a Parietal Cell in the stomach?
What is the function of a Parietal Cell in the stomach?
- Production of hydrochloric acid (correct)
- Facilitation of water absorption
- Absorption of nutrients and minerals
- Secretion of digestive enzymes
Which part of the small intestine is responsible for most of the absorption of nutrients?
Which part of the small intestine is responsible for most of the absorption of nutrients?
- Pylorus
- Duodenum
- Ileum
- Jejunum (correct)
What is the pH range of the stomach, making it acidic in nature?
What is the pH range of the stomach, making it acidic in nature?
- 1-2 (correct)
- 4-5
- 8-9
- 6-7
Which substance is produced by Parietal Cells and combines with vitamin B12 for absorption?
Which substance is produced by Parietal Cells and combines with vitamin B12 for absorption?
Which part of the stomach is known as the outlet portion?
Which part of the stomach is known as the outlet portion?
What happens if a patient's parietal cells are destroyed?
What happens if a patient's parietal cells are destroyed?
What is the primary function of the diaphragm?
What is the primary function of the diaphragm?
Where is the esophagus located in relation to the spine?
Where is the esophagus located in relation to the spine?
What is a common symptom of a hiatal hernia?
What is a common symptom of a hiatal hernia?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is most affected by a hiatal hernia?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is most affected by a hiatal hernia?
What regulates the closure and opening of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES)?
What regulates the closure and opening of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES)?
What is the primary function of the small intestine?
What is the primary function of the small intestine?
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?
Which part of the stomach acts as the main storage area?
Which part of the stomach acts as the main storage area?
What is the Paraoesophageal Hiatus Hernia associated with?
What is the Paraoesophageal Hiatus Hernia associated with?
Where is the gastroesophageal junction located?
Where is the gastroesophageal junction located?
What is Chyme in relation to the digestive system?
What is Chyme in relation to the digestive system?
What is the function of the lower esophageal sphincter?
What is the function of the lower esophageal sphincter?
