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Gastric lavage is the process of feeding a patient through a tube inserted into the nose that drops into the stomach.
False
A protrusion of a loop of the small intestine through the abdominal wall in the groin region is a(n):
Inguinal Hernia
A cholangiogram is an x-ray image of the bile ducts between the liver, gallbladder, and duodenum.
True
A medication that is used to decrease peristalsis in the GI tract to stop diarrhea is:
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A drug that prevents or stops vomiting is an antacid.
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The organ that is responsible for the production of bile, the recycling of red blood cell components, and the removal of toxins from the blood is the:
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A vagotomy is defined as:
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Visual examination of the abdominal cavity with an instrument that includes a camera, fiber optics, and a long flexible tube is a(n):
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Diverticulitis means the inflammation of diverticula or abnormal small pouches in the wall of the colon.
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Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder involving repeated gorging with food that is followed by induced vomiting or laxative abuse.
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The medical term for indigestion is:
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The gallbladder receives bile from the liver and delivers bile to the small intestine when a meal is digested so it can aid in fat digestion.
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A combining form which means 'abdomen' is:
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Irritable bowel syndrome is:
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The combining form that means 'small intestine' is 'enter/o'.
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An ileus is:
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A varicose condition of veins in the anus that results in painful swellings is:
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Inflammation of the tongue is known as:
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Proctoptosis is the prolapse of the rectum.
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The surgical creation of an opening into the colon, by way of the abdominal wall is a(n):
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Which medical term is spelled correctly?
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An accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity is known as ascites.
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A chronic, progressive liver disease resulting from hepatic cell failure is:
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Which is a segment of the large intestine?
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Cheilitis is an inflammation of the colon.
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology Key Concepts
- Gastric Lavage: Incorrectly defined as feeding through a nose tube; it does not describe this procedure.
- Inguinal Hernia: A condition where a loop of small intestine protrudes through the abdominal wall, specifically in the groin area.
- Cholangiogram: An x-ray that visualizes the bile ducts connecting the liver, gallbladder, and duodenum, confirming biliary anatomy.
- Antispasmodics: Medications used to reduce peristalsis in the gastrointestinal tract to control diarrhea.
- Antacids: Incorrectly identified as anti-vomiting drugs; they are actually used to neutralize stomach acid.
Organ Functions and Surgical Terms
- Liver: Responsible for bile production, recycling red blood cells, and detoxifying blood.
- Vagotomy: Surgical procedure involving dissection of branches of the vagus nerve affecting the GI tract.
- Laparoscopy: A visual examination technique of the abdominal cavity using a camera and flexible tubing for diagnostic purposes.
Conditions and Disorders
- Diverticulitis: Inflammation of diverticula, which are abnormal pouches in the colon wall.
- Anorexia Nervosa: Incorrectly defined; it is characterized by restrictive eating, not gorging followed by vomiting.
- Dyspepsia: The medical term for indigestion, indicating discomfort in the stomach.
Biliary and Intestinal Functions
- Gallbladder Function: Receives bile from the liver and secretes it to the small intestine to help digest fats after meals.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): A chronic condition marked by alternating symptoms of diarrhea and constipation without observable damage.
- Ileus: A medical term signifying an intestinal obstruction, affecting movement of contents through the bowel.
Anatomical Terms
- Hemorrhoids: Enlarged, varicose veins in the anal region, causing painful swelling.
- Glossitis: Inflammation of the tongue, can contribute to discomfort and dietary issues.
- Proctoptosis: Prolapse of the rectum, indicating a significant displacement of the rectal tissue.
Surgical Procedures and Anatomy
- Colostomy: Surgical procedure to create an opening from the colon through the abdominal wall for waste elimination.
- Glossorrhaphy: Surgical term meaning suturing of the tongue.
- Ascites: An accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, often associated with liver disease.
- Cirrhosis: A chronic condition resulting from liver damage and failure of hepatic cells.
Large Intestine Segments
- Cecum: First part of the large intestine, playing an important role in the digestive process.
Other Medical Terms
- Cheilitis: Incorrectly defined as colon inflammation; it refers to inflammation of the lips.
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Combining Forms:
- Lapar/o means ‘abdomen’.
- Enter/o signifies ‘small intestine’.
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Test your knowledge with flashcards from Chapter 13 of Medical Terminology. This chapter covers various terms related to the digestive system and its disorders. Challenge yourself with definitions and images related to gastric procedures and conditions like inguinal hernia.
