med term chapter 8 quiz 1
Approximately how long is the gastrointestinal tract?
30 feet
A partial or complete set of artificial teeth is called a(n):
denture
An outpouching off the gut is called a(n):
diverticulum.
The correct order of the three sections of the small intestine is:
duodenum, jejunum, ileum.
The epiglottis shunts food into the:
esophagus.
An elevated serum bilirubin indicates stomach disease.
false
Ascites is the collection of fluid in the stomach.
false
In an inguinal hernia, the intestine protrudes through the diaphragm
false
Nutrients from digested food are mainly absorbed in the large intestine
false
The jejunum receives food from the stomach.
false
An abnormal tube-like passage is called a:
fistula
Which medical term means stomach pain?
gastalgia
Which abbreviation stands for after meals?
pc
A ________ is a small tumor on a stem attachment.
polyp
Feces is stored in the ________ prior to defecation.
rectum
The portion of a tooth that is located below the gum line is the:
root
Which of the following procedures provides the patient with intravenous nutrition?
total parenteral nutrition
A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder.
true
Cementum helps to anchor teeth in their sockets
true
Esophageal varices may rupture and cause serious bleeding.
true
Gavage means to give a patient food through an NG tube.
true
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that treats gum disease.
true
The gag reflex is located on the:
uvula
Which surgical term means to surgically create a connection between two structures?
anastomosis
Which medication is used to neutralize stomach acid?
antacid
The function of the gallbladder is to store:
bile
Which medical term means slow digestion?
bradypepsia
Which of the following surgical procedures would treat stones in the digestive system?
choledocholithotripsy
Which of the following conditions is a congenital anomaly?
cleft lip
