Exam 3: Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Projecting from the small intestine are microscopic fingerlike projections known as ____.​

​The cardiac sphincter prevents acid from flowing back into the esophagus.

Describe the function and the actions of the gallbladder. Include the action of the substances produced by the gallbladder.​

Determine her current recommended body weight based on her height and sex.

What is the focus of nursing care? ​

Ms. Moore tells you that she always ate the same whether she was pregnant or not. She also says that she never took vitamins or iron with her other pregnancies and that she doesn't see the need now. How will you teach her the importance of these dietary measures? ​

List one dietary goal with nursing measures. ​

The __________ is the end of the stomach nearest the small intestine.​

Describe the relationship between the symptom "heartburn" and the heart. ​

To be absorbed, nutrients must be in their most complex form.

____ is the process that uses released energy to convert substances to simpler products.​

After being absorbed into the small intestine, fructose and galactose are then carried to the ____.​

_________is an enzyme that aids in the digestion of proteins.​

Which hormone causes the release of sodium bicarbonate to neutralize the acidity of chyme?​

The process of digestion begins in the ____​.

What are the activities of absorption that occur in the large intestine? Describe the movement of food residue through the large intestine that results in watery, liquid stools.​

Determine the number of additional calories she will need to ingest for proper nutrition for the fetus. ​

What do lacteals absorb?​

A mouthful of food ready to be swallowed is called chyme.

Describe the pathology that occurs when a hiatal hernia exists. Correlate each symptom with the medical diagnosis and describe the cause. ​