Exam 5: Gastrointestinal System

What is an abnormal communication between internal organs or from an internal organ to the surface of the body?

What is the term for black, tarry stools?

Ileus is a(n):

Inflammation of the gallbladder is called:

A barium enema is used to detect abnormalities of the esophagus.

A stool culture tests for increased enzymes.

The plural of villus is ____________________.

The plural of anastomosis is ____________________.

Twisting of the intestines is:

The sphincter between the stomach and first part of the small intestine is the:

The last part of the small intestine is the ilium.

Pouches in the lining of the colon are diverticula.

A cracklike lesion of the skin around the anus is called:

Introduction of a solution into the rectum for therapeutic or hygienic reasons is a(n):

The combining form for lips is:

The sensation that accompanies the urge to vomit is:

Inflammation of the pouches lining the colon is called:

Digestion refers to the breakdown of food.

The wavelike movement that propels food through the digestive tract is peristalsis.

Bile emulsifies fats.