[NUTR 300] Quiz 3 Chapter 3
When she sampled a spoonful of hot soup, Behka burnt the tip of her tongue. During the 24 hours that followed the injury, Bekha had difficulty detecting foods that tasted
Sweet.
Which of the following statements is true?
The pyloric sphincter controls the rate at which chyme enters the small intestine
The lining of the small intestine is covered with ___, tiny, finger-like structures that absorb nutrients from food.
Villi
Bernetta has an autoimmune disease that affects salivary glands. As a result of this condition, Bernetta
has trouble swallowing
Rose has an autoimmune disease that destroyed her salivary glands. As a result of this condition, Rose probably
uses a lot of spices and sauces to season her foods
Four-year-old Eva was born with a rare condition characterized by the lack of mucus-producing cells in her digestive tract. Based on this information, Eva probably
All of these are correct. (1) has numerous stomach ulcers (2) experiences abdominal pain after eating (3) has difficulty eliminating feces during bowel movements
Which of the following physiological changes is a result of anabolic chemical reactions?
Enlargement of muscle tissue after 3 weeks of regular exercise.
Which of the following structures normally prevents swallowed food from entering the larynx and trachae?
Epiglottis
Which of the following organs produces and secretes enzymes that are essential for proper digestion?
Pancreas
The process of digesting food begins in the
mouth.