Deck 11: Digestive System Diseases and Disorders

Question 1

Hematochezia is dark red blood in the stool.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The jejunum is part of the large intestine.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Inflammation in reflux esophagitis is caused by the backflow of stomach acids through the ileocecal valve upward into the esophagus.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

The occult blood test checks the urine for blood.

Question 5

The sphincter muscles control the cardiac and pyloric openings.

Question 6

Pharyngitis is commonly called tonsillitis.

Question 7

Gastrointestinal tract is often used as a synonym for alimentary canal.

Question 8

The most important function of the large intestine is digestion and absorption of food.

Question 9

Diarrhea is the passage of hard,dry stool.

Question 10

With esophageal varices,the increased pressure in the veins of the esophagus is due to blockage or reduced blood flow into the liver,causing poor venous return from the esophagus.

Question 11

Perforation of the stomach allows spillage of its contents into the abdominal cavity,causing peritonitis.

Question 12

The primary concern with diarrhea,especially in young children and older persons,is loss of fluids leading to dehydration.

Question 13

Treatment for oral cancer includes radiation therapy and surgical excision.

Question 14

Esophageal varices are related to cirrhosis of the liver.

Question 15

Throat cultures help diagnose strep throat.

Question 16

Caries is a disease of the teeth.

Question 17

The large intestine is also called the jejunum.

Question 18

The transverse colon is part of the large intestine.

Question 19

In the treatment for reflux esophagitis,surgical intervention is always indicated.

Question 20

Antibiotics are ineffective in treating strep throat.

Question 21

The parts of the large intestine include all of the following EXCEPT the:

A) ascending colon.
B) transverse colon.
C) pylorus.
D) descending colon.

Question 22

Helicobacter gastritis is diagnosed by performing a urine culture.

Question 23

Crohn's disease is not preventable.

Question 24

There is (are)_____ how many parts to the small intestine?

A) one
B) two
C) three
D) four

Question 25

Hematemesis is vomiting of:

A) urine.
B) stool.
C) pus.
D) blood.

Question 26

Peristalsis moves the food from the pharynx to the:

A) esophagus.
B) liver.
C) gallbladder.
D) stomach.

Question 27

Achlorhydria means "excessive hydrochloric acid."

Question 28

The esophagus connects to the stomach through a thick ring of smooth muscle called the:

A) pharyngeal sphincter.
B) duodenal sphincter.
C) cardiac sphincter.
D) rectal sphincter.

Question 29

The two types of gastritis are fundal and Helicobacter pylori gastritis.

Question 30

Inguinal hernias are caused by a congenital weakness in the intestine and are not preventable.

Question 31

Malabsorption syndrome can be prevented with healthy lifestyle habits.

Question 32

Ulcerative colitis is not preventable.

Question 33

The large intestine is also known as the:

A) duodenum.
B) appendix.
C) jejunum.
D) colon.

Question 34

The salivary glands secrete _____ of saliva per day.

A) 1,500 mL
B) 2,000 mL
C) 500 mL
D) 1,000 mL

Question 35

The opening at the point where the stomach attaches to the duodenum is called the _____ orifice.

A) cardiac
B) pyloric
C) esophageal
D) pharyngeal

Question 36

The small intestine includes:

A) the duodenum.
B) the jejunum.
C) the ileum.
D) all of the above.

Question 37

Preventing cancer of the mouth includes wearing hats and using SPF sunscreen.

Question 38

The large intestine connects to the small intestine at which valve?

A) ileocecal
B) cardiac
C) pyloric
D) rectal

Question 39

There are no known preventive measures for periodontal disease.

Question 40

Loss of the intrinsic factor leads to pernicious anemia.

Question 41

The term defecate means to:

A) urinate.
B) vomit.
C) pass stool.
D) fall down.

Question 42

The most common symptom of reflux esophagitis is:

A) hemorrhage.
B) a headache.
C) Helicobacter bacteria.
D) heartburn.

Question 43

Prevention of gingivitis includes:

A) frequent brushing and flossing.
B) regular dental care.
C) an adequate diet.
D) all of the above.

Question 44

Examples of endoscopic examinations include:

A) sigmoidoscopy.
B) colonoscopy.
C) proctoscopy.
D) all of the above.

Question 45

Symptoms of a strep throat infection include:

A) cyanosis.
B) redness of the skin.
C) absence of pain.
D) none of the above.

Question 46

Constipation is characterized by what kind of stools?

A) no
B) hard
C) soft
D) watery

Question 47

Prevention of dental caries includes:

A) increased dietary intake of carbohydrates.
B) increased toothbrushing and flossing.
C) not using fluoride in water.
D) not using toothpaste with fluoride.

Question 48

Causes of gastritis include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) aspirin.
B) Tylenol.
C) Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori).
D) smoking.

Question 49

Diarrhea is a condition characterized by what kind of stools?

A) no
B) hard
C) soft
D) watery

Question 50

One of the contributors to cancer of the mouth includes:

A) heredity.
B) poor dental hygiene.
C) chewing tobacco.
D) using sunscreen.

Question 51

Tests used to diagnose gastrointestinal disorders include:

A) X-rays.
B) an endoscopy.
C) a barium enema.
D) all of the above.

Question 52

Increased pressure in the veins of the esophagus is due to blockage and reduced blood flow into the _____,causing poor venous return from the esophagus.

A) gallbladder
B) esophagus
C) liver
D) appendix

Question 53

Periodontal disease affects the:

A) tongue.
B) gums.
C) enamel.
D) root.

Question 54

Melena is due to the presence of blood in the:

A) stool.
B) urine.
C) throat.
D) vomitus.

Question 55

Reflux esophagitis is inflammation of:

A) tissue at the upper end of the esophagus.
B) the throat.
C) tissue at the lower end of the esophagus.
D) tissue of the stomach.

Question 56

Treatment for reflux esophagitis includes:

A) avoidance of caffeine.
B) sleeping with the head of the bed elevated.
C) laxatives.
D) all of the above.