Daily Quiz #5
true
(T/F) Absorption is the major function of the small intestine, and occurs when small molecules, vitamins, and minerals pass through the walls of the small intestine and into the bloodstream.
true
(T/F) Atrophy of the taste buds is an expected age-related change of the gastrointestinal system.
true
(T/F) Celiac disease is a disorder of malabsorption caused by an autoimmune response to consumption of products that contain the protein gluten.
true
(T/F) Chyme, which is partially digested food mixed with gastric secretions, can stay in the small intestine for 3 to 6 hours, allowing for continued breakdown and absorption of nutrients.
true
(T/F) Decompression of the bowel through a nasogastric tube is necessary for all patients with small bowel obstruction.
true
(T/F) Diarrhea is defined as the increased frequency of more than three bowel movements per day.
false
(T/F) Diverticulitis may occur anywhere in the small intestine or colon, but most commonly occurs in the ascending colon.
true
(T/F) Most peptic ulcers result from infection with the gram-negative H. pylori, which may be acquired through ingestion of food and water.
false
(T/F) Norepinephrine stimulates gastric secretions and motility.
false
(T/F) Older adults tend to have increased gastric motility.
true
(T/F) Preparation of a patient for a barium enema study may begin 48 hours prior to the test.
true
(T/F) Proton pump inhibitors may be administered for at least 1 year in patients with risk factors for peptic ulcer disease.
false
(T/F) The most common site for a peptic ulcer formation is in the pylorus.
false
(T/F) The patient with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) should select foods low in fiber in order to minimize intestinal irritation.
true
(T/F) The vast majority of gastric cancers are acquired and not inherited.
lipase
Digestive enzymes secreted by the pancreas include trypsin (aids protein digestion), amylase (aids starch digestion), and __________ (aids fat digestion).
hemorrhage
Gastritis and __________ from peptic ulcer disease are the two most common causes of upper GI tract bleeding.
hyperactive
Greater than 5 to 6 bowel sounds heard in less than 30 seconds is considered a standard used to document bowel sounds that are __________.
diarrhea
In Chron's Disease, the common clinical manifestations include abdominal pain and __________.
B12
Intrinsic factor, which is secreted by the gastric mucosa, cannot be absorbed without the presence of vitamin __________.
valsalva
Straining at stool initiates the __________ maneuver that results in a potentially dangerous increase in BP.
percussion
The correct sequence to perform an abdominal assessment is to perform inspection, auscultation, __________, and palpation.
adenocarcinoma
The etiology of cancer of the colon and rectum is predominantly __________, a malignancy arising from the epithelial lining of the intestine.
malignant
Tumors of the small intestine are uncommon, of these approximately 64% are __________.
Pyrosis
__________ is a burning sensation in the stomach and esophagus that moves up to the mouth.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
__________ is a chronic functional disorder characterized by recurrent abdominal pain associated with diarrhea, constipation, or both.
Dyspepsia
__________ is indigestion, an upper abdominal discomfort associated with eating.
Dumping
__________ syndrome may occur as a result of any surgical procedure that involves the removal of a significant portion of the stomach or includes resection or removal of the pylorus.
appendicitis
__________, the most common cause of acute surgical abdomen in the United States, is the most common reason for emergency abdominal surgery.
