Question 1

MATCHING
Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.)
-Common parasitic infection of the small intestine

Accepted Answer

Giardiasis is a common parasitic infection of the small intestine, which can be seen on a small bowel series.

Answer: D 
 Malabsorption syndrome (sprue) can be diagnosed on a small bowel series as it can show characteristic changes in the intestinal lining.

Answer: F 
 Regional enteritis (Crohn's disease) can cause inflammation and narrowing of the small intestine, which can be seen on a small bowel series.

Answer: E 
 Enteritis can cause inflammation and thickening of the small intestine wall, which can be seen on a small bowel series.

Note: The other options (A, B, C, H) do not have a specific pathologic indication for a small bowel series.

Question 2

MATCHING
Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.)
-Are often found 50 to 100 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve

Accepted Answer

Meckel diverticulum is often found 50 to 100 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve.

Question 3

MATCHING
Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.)
-Obstruction of the small intestine due to the cessation of peristalsis

Accepted Answer

Adynamic or paralytic ileus is the obstruction of the small intestine due to the cessation of peristalsis.

Answer: B
 Neoplasm refers to the abnormal growth of cells which can cause obstruction of the small intestine.

Answer: C
 Meckel diverticulum is an abnormal pouch in the wall of the small intestine which can cause obstruction and may require surgery.

Answer: D
 Malabsorption syndrome (sprue) refers to difficulty in absorbing nutrients from food which can lead to weight loss and malnutrition.

Answer: E
 Enteritis refers to inflammation of the small intestine which can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other symptoms.

Answer: F
 Regional enteritis (Crohn's disease) is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract that can affect the small intestine, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and other symptoms.

Answer: G
 Giardiasis is a parasitic infection that can affect the small intestine causing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other symptoms.

Quiz 13: Lower Gastrointestinal System

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Common parasitic infection of the small intestine

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Are often found 50 to 100 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Obstruction of the small intestine due to the cessation of peristalsis