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Which of the following are effects of aging on the digestive system?


A) blood supply decreases
B) more likely to develop ulcerations and cancers
C) enamel on teeth becomes thinner
D) blood supply decreases and more likely to develop ulcerations and cancers.
E) blood supply decreases,more likely to develop ulcerations and cancers and enamel on teeth becomes thinner.

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The enteric plexus


A) is found in the mucosa.
B) consists of the myenteric plexus and the celiac plexus.
C) contains sympathetic neurons and fibers.
D) controls movement and secretion of the digestive tract.
E) is a valve in the GI tract.

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Assume we could alter the conditions in the duodenum.If we inserted a large volume of highly acidic chyme which contained a large amount of fat,which of the following responses are consistent with that? (1) decreased gastric acid secretion (2) increased bile production (3) increased pancreatic bicarbonate production and pancreatic enzyme secretion (4) increased secretin and cholecystokinin


A) 1,2,3,4
B) 1,2,3
C) 2,3,4
D) 1,3,4
E) 1,2,4

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Match the cell type with its function. -goblet cells


A) produce hormones
B) produce mucus
C) may protect intestinal epithelium
D) synthesize bile
E) produce digestive enzymes
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Match the function with its appropriate description. -mastication


A) movement of molecules from digestive tract into blood
B) chewing of food
C) muscular contractions that propel food
D) removal of undigested wastes from body
E) breakdown of organic molecules with digestive enzymes

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Parasympathetic nerves extend to the digestive tract through the ____________ nerve.


A) gastric
B) cardiac
C) vagus
D) accessory

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Match the enzyme with the products of its digestive activity. -pancreatic lipase


A) glucose and galactose
B) amino acids
C) fatty acids and glycerol
D) maltose and isomaltose
E) polysaccharides and disaccharides

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Enzymes for the digestion of disaccharides are produced in the


A) mouth.
B) stomach.
C) pancreas.
D) small intestine.
E) liver.

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Which of the following would inhibit both gastric secretion and gastric motility?


A) vagal stimulation
B) chewing and swallowing food
C) cholecystokinin (CCK)
D) gastrin
E) large amounts of fiber in the diet

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Match the organ with the function. -stomach


A) produces bile
B) stores and concentrates bile
C) primary site of chemical digestion
D) produces intrinsic factor
E) bacterial decomposition
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Which of the following attaches the liver to the anterior abdominal wall?


A) greater omentum
B) lesser omentum
C) transverse mesocolon
D) falciform ligament
E) round ligament

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Which of the following is the correct order for the phases of deglutition?


A) pharyngeal,voluntary,esophageal
B) esophageal,pharyngeal,voluntary
C) voluntary,pharyngeal,esophageal
D) voluntary,esophageal,pharyngeal

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The distention of the stomach by food is the primary stimulus to begin the


A) cephalic phase of gastric secretion.
B) gastric phase of gastric secretion.
C) intestinal phase of gastric secretion.
D) cystic phase of gastric secretion.
E) hepatic phase of gastric secretion.

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Which of the following is a function performed by the digestive system?


A) cellular respiration
B) food selection
C) elimination of undigested food
D) regulation of blood pH
E) integration and coordination of other systems

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The defecation reflex


A) is stimulated by distention of the rectum.
B) inhibits further peristalsis in the rectum and lower colon.
C) constricts the internal anal sphincter.
D) lasts several hours.
E) None of these choices is correct.

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Match the organ with the appropriate function. -lips and cheeks


A) secretion of saliva
B) manipulation of food
C) swallowing
D) storage of bile
E) protection of small intestinal wall
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Match the organ with the appropriate function. -gallbladder


A) secretion of saliva
B) manipulation of food
C) swallowing
D) storage of bile
E) protection of small intestinal wall
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The gallbladder


A) produces bile.
B) is attached to the pancreas.
C) stores bile.
D) produces secretin.
E) breaks down red blood cells.

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Chylomicrons


A) are synthesized in intestinal epithelial cells.
B) enter capillaries in the small intestine.
C) help emulsify fats.
D) are a rich source of carbohydrate.
E) are synthesized in the lumen of the small intestines.

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How much saliva is generally produced each day?


A) ½ - 1 L
B) 1 - 1½ L
C) 2 - 3 L
D) 4 - 5 L

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