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What is the primary function of the brush border produced by microvilli in the small intestine?
What is the primary function of the brush border produced by microvilli in the small intestine?
- Increase absorption surface area (correct)
- Produce acid and enzymes
- Secrete mucus for protection
- Promote motility
Which disorder is characterized by Achalasia, a condition involving damage to the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract?
Which disorder is characterized by Achalasia, a condition involving damage to the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract?
- Achalasia (correct)
- Peptic ulcers
- Hischsprung’s disease
- Lactose intolerance
What is the main role of foveolar cells in the stomach epithelium?
What is the main role of foveolar cells in the stomach epithelium?
- Absorb nutrients
- Produce mucus (correct)
- Produce acid and enzymes
- Promote peristalsis
Which condition results from an inappropriate production of acid and mucus in the stomach?
Which condition results from an inappropriate production of acid and mucus in the stomach?
What is the main function of goblet cells in the colon epithelium?
What is the main function of goblet cells in the colon epithelium?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is associated with a decreased ability to absorb nutrients?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is associated with a decreased ability to absorb nutrients?
What is the medical term for painful swallowing?
What is the medical term for painful swallowing?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is characterized by a loss of desire to eat?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is characterized by a loss of desire to eat?
What is the term for bright red blood coating the stool?
What is the term for bright red blood coating the stool?
Which neurotransmitter is targeted by medications like zofran to alleviate nausea and vomiting?
Which neurotransmitter is targeted by medications like zofran to alleviate nausea and vomiting?
What anatomical specialization prevents undigested food from entering the lungs?
What anatomical specialization prevents undigested food from entering the lungs?
What is the term for black or tarry stool indicating bleeding from the upper GI tract?
What is the term for black or tarry stool indicating bleeding from the upper GI tract?
What is the primary function of the digestive enzyme lipase?
What is the primary function of the digestive enzyme lipase?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is primarily involved in the absorption of nutrients, water, and ions?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is primarily involved in the absorption of nutrients, water, and ions?
What is the function of the myenteric plexus in the gastrointestinal system?
What is the function of the myenteric plexus in the gastrointestinal system?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is characterized by abnormal motility leading to symptoms like diarrhea or constipation?
Which gastrointestinal disorder is characterized by abnormal motility leading to symptoms like diarrhea or constipation?
Nausea and vomiting are typically controlled by which area of the brain?
Nausea and vomiting are typically controlled by which area of the brain?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of absorption disorders in the gastrointestinal system?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of absorption disorders in the gastrointestinal system?
