Chap. 11:Digestive System Diseases and Disorders (MC)

Another name for an upper GI series that allows visualization of the esophagus, stomach and upper portion of the small intestine using contrast material is a(n): a. barium swallow b. abdominal X-ray c. barium enema d. endoscopy

A

Inflammation and lesions do not occur with which intestinal disorder? a. IBS b. IBD c. EGD d. GERD

A

Inflammation of the peritoneum is called: a. peritonitis b. colitis c. enteritis d. gastroenteritis

A

Internal hemorrhoids can be examined by a physician using a(n): a. proctoscope b. gastroscopy c. sigmoidoscopy d. esophagogastroduodenoscopy

A

The accessory organs of the digestive system include the tongue, teeth, salivary glands, gallbladder, pancreas, and liver. a. True b. False

A

The large intestine is also called the: a. colon b. cecum c. villi d. ileum

A

The second section of the small intestine is called the: a. jejunum b. ileum c. duodenum d. fundus

A

Which disease is caused by a pouching of the small intestine and peritoneum into the groin area? a. Inguinal hernia b. Achalasia c. Colon polyps d. Hemorrhoids

A

Which of the following is a disorder of the esophagus that causes pain with swallowing? a. Achalasia b. Celiac disease c. GERD d. Pharyngitis

A

The major function of the small intestine is digestion and ______ of food and liquids.

Absorption

______ is a rare disease that causes painful swallowing.

Achalasia

A good elimination habit would include: a. regular use of laxatives b. a diet high in fiber c. regular use of enemas d. a diet low in fiber

B

An acute type of pharyngitis is called: a. GERD b. strep throat c. tonsillitis d. peptic ulcers

B

Diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is usually made by CT scan. a. True b. False

B

How is gluten-induced enteropathy treated? a. Drug therapy b. By a dietary measure c. Surgery d. Avoiding laxative use

B

In the process of digestion, material not absorbed by the intestines is called: a. intrinsic factor b. feces c. melena d. achlorhydria

B

What enzyme is present within the stomach to aid in the process of chemical processes for breaking down food products for digestion? a. Intrinsic factor b. Pepsin c. Hydrochloric acid d. Saliva

B

Which is the most common intestinal disorder? a. IBD b. IBS c. GERD d. EGD

B

Food is broken down in the stomach by a process of chemical changes in part from the action of what enzyme? a. Intrinsic factor b. Hydrochloric acid c. Pepsin d. Saliva

C

In the aging population, decreased circulation to the stomach increases the incidence of: a. loss of teeth b. decrease in motility in esophagus c. ulcer disease d. less sensitive taste

C

Inflammation of both the stomach and intestines is called: a. colitis b. enteritis c. gastroenteritis d. peritonitis

C

The first section of the small intestine is called the: a. jejunum b. ileum c. duodenum d. fundus

C

The most common symptoms of itching, bleeding with bowel movements, and rectal pain are associated with which disease? a. Colon polyps b. Diverticulosis c. Hemorrhoids d. Diverticulitis

C

What controls the cardiac and pyloric openings? a. Chemical changes b. Ileocecal valve c. Sphincter muscles d. Vascular capillaries

C

What is another name for gluten-induced enteropathy? a. Achalasia b. Dysentery c. Celiac disease d. Crohn's disease

C

What laboratory test is performed to check for the presence of adult parasites and/or their eggs in the patient's stool specimen? a. Stool culture b. Occult blood c. O&P d. EGD

C

A bulge in the groin or scrotum and groin pain that is relieved by lying down are symptoms of which condition? a. Duodenal ulcer b. Intestinal obstruction c. Colon polyps d. Inguinal hernia

D

An area of tissue that has eroded, leaving a crater-like appearance is called a: a. hernia b. stoma c. achlorhydria d. peptic ulcer

D

In the upper digestive system, the most common problem with aging is related to: a. decreased motility in the esophagus b. taste becomes less sensitive c. decreased circulation d. loss of teeth

D

The primary concern with diarrhea, especially in young children and older people, is: a. constipation b. hematemesis c. melena d. loss of fluids

D

What is a common cause of peptic ulcers? a. Intestinal obstruction b. Cigarette smoking c. Genetics d. Helicobacter pylori

D

Which disease or infection can cause ulcers within the stomach? a. GERD b. Esophageal varices c. Achlorhydria d. H. pylori

D

Which of the following is a general term for a group of GI disorders characterized by acute inflammation? a. Achalasia b. Celiac disease c. Crohn's disease d. Dysentery

D

The major function of the large intestine is the absorption of water and ______ and the elimination of feces.

Electrolytes

______ is an inflammation of the bowel with chronic lesions.

IBD

_______ blood refers to hidden blood.

Occult

Movement of food from the pharynx to the stomach is called _______.

Peristalsis

The digestive system changes food we eat into simpler substances so they can be ______ into the blood and carried to all the cells of the body.

absorbed

The absence of hydrochloric acid is called ______.

achlorhydria

The pain of ______ usually begins with generalized abdominal pain that shifts to the lower right quadrant.

appendicitis

Dental ______ is an infectious disease that damages the teeth.

caries

The first section of the colon is called the ______.

cecum

The condition caused by hard, dry stool is called ______.

constipation

A tough, sticky material that adheres to tooth enamel is _______.

dental plaque

The stomach lies just under the _______.

diaphragm

Loose, watery stools are called ______.

diarrhea

______ is a fairly common condition of having little pouches in the colon.

diverticulosis

______ is most often seen in underdeveloped countries and in those individuals who travel to those countries.

dysentery

The digestive system ______ waste products from the body.

eliminates

The procedure allowing a physician to look directly into the digestive organs is called a(n) _______ examination.

endoscopic

By age 70, most individuals produce only 15% of the hydrochloric acid and only 50% of the digestive _______ that they did at age 20.

enzymes

The ______ is a tube about 9 inches in length that extends from the pharynx to the stomach.

esophagus

The ______ is a tube that extends from the pharynx to the stomach.

esophagus

Crohn's disease is characterized by bouts of remission and _______.

exacerbation

The upper portion of the stomach is the ______.

fundus

An endoscopic examination that allows a physician to look directly through a lighted scope into the stomach called a(an) ______.

gastroscopy

_______ is inflammation of the gums with painful bleeding.

gingivitis

Celiac disease is becoming much more common, whether self-diagnosed or truly a medical condition, and is treated by avoiding ______ in the diet.

gluten

The medical term for bad breath is ______.

halitosis

Varicose veins in the rectum are called ______.

hemorrhoids

______ acid is a chemical secreted by cells in the stomach.

hydrochloric

An intestinal obstruction can be due to a blockage of the intestine, to a disease or ______.

ileus

A pouching of the small intestine and the peritoneum into the groin area causes ______.

inguinal hernia

The substance necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12 is called _______.

intrinsic factor

The three sections of the small intestine are the duodenum, _____, and ileum.

jejunum

The medical term for a general, ill feeling is called ______.

malaise

Diseases of the digestive system are usually related to bleeding, perforation, or altered ______.

motility

The accessory organs of the digestive system include the tongue, teeth, salivary glands, as well as the _______, liver, and gallbladder.

pancreas

Food is broken down in the stomach by two chemicals, _______ which is an enzyme, and hydrochloric acid.

pepsin

Trauma to the digestive system other than to the mouth is usually due to ______.

perforation

______ disease affects the supporting structures of the teeth such as the gums.

periodontal

The esophagus transports food by _____ down into the stomach.

peristalsis

A ______ is an inward projection of the mucosal lining of the colon.

polyp

Although intestinal _______ are benign growths found along the lining of the intestines, they are surgically removed as a preventive treatment.

polyps

The peritoneum is a large ______ membrane covering the organs and lining the walls in the abdomen.

serous