Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
A)anorexia
B)ascites
C)borborygmus
D)constipation
E)diarrhea
F)dysphagia
G)flatus
H)hematochezia
I)jaundice
J)melena
K)nausea
L)steatorrhea

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
A)anorexia
B)ascites
C)borborygmus
D)constipation
E)diarrhea
F)dysphagia
G)flatus
H)hematochezia
I)jaundice
J)melena
K)nausea
L)steatorrhea

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ascites is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.

Answer: H
 Hematochezia is the passage of fresh, bright red blood from the rectum.

Answer: I
 Jaundice is the yellow discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclera caused by excess bilirubin in the bloodstream.

Answer: J
 Melena is the passage of black, tarry stools due to the presence of altered blood.

Answer: L
 Steatorrhea is the passage of fatty stools due to malabsorption of fats.

Note: The other terms listed are also related to gastrointestinal symptoms, but do not match with the given definition of abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings