Question 1

Explain how damage to the somatic nervous system would affect the defecation reflex.

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Defecation would no longer be under our ...

Question 2

What prevents bacteria and materials in the large intestine from flowing backward into the ileum of the small intestine?

Accepted Answer

A)  pyloric sphincter
B)  gastroesophageal sphincter
C)  ileocecal valve
D)  circular folds

Question 3

What region of the esophagus is composed of smooth muscle only?

Accepted Answer

A)  entire length of the esophagus
B)  superior third of the esophagus
C)  inferior third of the esophagus
D)  middle third of the esophagus

Question 4

Carolina learned she had a salivary stone blocking the submandibular duct connecting her submandibular gland to the oral cavity.Determine the impact of this blockage on saliva production and chemical digestion in the mouth.

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The submandibular glands secrete the maj...

Question 5

Which cranial nerve stimulates acid secretion during the stomach's gastric phase?

Accepted Answer

A)  vagus nerve
B)  hypoglossal nerve
C)  accessory nerve
D)  glossopharyngeal nerve

Question 6

Rolita had the mumps as a child and experienced swelling in the parotid glands.What do these glands secrete?

Accepted Answer

A)  sweat
B)  oil
C)  saliva
D)  tears

Question 7

What is NOT a major function of the normal flora of the large intestine?

Accepted Answer

A)  deter the growth of harmful bacteria
B)  produce vitamins
C)  metabolize undigested wastes
D)  inhibit the immune system

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an effect of the vagus nerve on the stomach's activities?

Accepted Answer

A)  stimulation of somatostatin secretion
B)  stimulation of hydrogen ion release
C)  stimulation of gastric secretion
D)  stimulation of histamine secretion

Question 9

Which of the following catalyzes carbohydrates in the mouth?

Accepted Answer

A)  bicarbonate ions
B)  secretory IgA
C)  lysozyme
D)  salivary amylase

Question 10

List the three types of teeth and explain the specialized roles of each type of tooth in mastication.

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The three types of teeth are the incisor...

Question 11

The sympathetic nervous system:

Accepted Answer

A)  has no effect on digestive processes.
B)  is the primary regulator of digestive processes.
C)  stimulates digestive processes.
D)  inhibits digestive processes.

Question 12

What is released by the diffuse neuroendocrine system (DNES) cells of the gastric glands?

Accepted Answer

A)  hydrochloric acid (HCl) 
B)  intrinsic factor
C)  gastrin
D)  pepsinogen

Question 13

The terminal portion of the large intestine is the rectum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which process is NOT a main function of the stomach?

Accepted Answer

A)  propulsion
B)  absorption
C)  secretion
D)  digestion

Question 15

Cholecystokinin (CCK)and secretin are produced by the duodenum to target the acinar cells of the pancreas.

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Question 16

Explain how small intestine motility differs during fasting and eating.

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Small intestinal motility differs during...

Question 17

Summarize the influence of bile salts,cholecystokinin (CCK),and secretin on bile production and release.

Accepted Answer

The most potent stimulus for bile produc...

Question 18

The final process to occur in the alimentary canal is:

Accepted Answer

A)  absorption.
B)  defecation.
C)  segmentation.
D)  secretion.

Question 19

What liver secretion is responsible for the emulsification of lipids in the duodenum?

Accepted Answer

A)  cholecystokinin (CCK) 
B)  pancreatic juice
C)  secretin
D)  bile

Question 20

Ben had most of his stomach removed in an attempt for drastic weight loss.He is at the greatest risk for:

Accepted Answer

A)  lactose intolerance.
B)  gastroesophageal reflux disease (GER
D)  .
C)  pernicious anemia.
D)  dehydration.

Exam 22: The Digestive System

Ben had most of his stomach removed in an attempt for drastic weight loss.He is at the greatest risk for:

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What region of the esophagus is composed of smooth muscle only?

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Explain how damage to the somatic nervous system would affect the defecation reflex.

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Carolina learned she had a salivary stone blocking the submandibular duct connecting her submandibular gland to the oral cavity.Determine the impact of this blockage on saliva production and chemical digestion in the mouth.

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Which cranial nerve stimulates acid secretion during the stomach's gastric phase?

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What prevents bacteria and materials in the large intestine from flowing backward into the ileum of the small intestine?

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What is NOT a major function of the normal flora of the large intestine?

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The terminal portion of the large intestine is the rectum.

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What is released by the diffuse neuroendocrine system (DNES) cells of the gastric glands?

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List the three types of teeth and explain the specialized roles of each type of tooth in mastication.

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Which of the following catalyzes carbohydrates in the mouth?

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Explain how small intestine motility differs during fasting and eating.

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What liver secretion is responsible for the emulsification of lipids in the duodenum?

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The sympathetic nervous system:

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Rolita had the mumps as a child and experienced swelling in the parotid glands.What do these glands secrete?

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Which of the following is NOT an effect of the vagus nerve on the stomach's activities?

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The final process to occur in the alimentary canal is:

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Which process is NOT a main function of the stomach?

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Summarize the influence of bile salts,cholecystokinin (CCK),and secretin on bile production and release.

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Cholecystokinin (CCK)and secretin are produced by the duodenum to target the acinar cells of the pancreas.

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