Question 1

Lymph ________.

Accepted Answer

A) is like blood, since it contains mostly red blood cells 
B) is a fluid containing blood proteins 
C) recycles nutrients between the liver and the small intestine 
D) transports fat-soluble particles from the intestinal tract to the general circulation 
A) is like blood, since it contains mostly red blood cells 
B) is a fluid containing blood proteins 
C) recycles nutrients between the liver and the small intestine 
D) transports fat-soluble particles from the intestinal tract to the general circulation

Question 2

Segmentation as a function of the GI tract involves ________.

Accepted Answer

A) peristalsis to move the food along the GI tract 
B) back and forth contractions that break apart the food mass 
C) conscious effort 
D) enzyme input to break apart the food mass 
A) peristalsis to move the food along the GI tract 
B) back and forth contractions that break apart the food mass 
C) conscious effort 
D) enzyme input to break apart the food mass

Question 3

Carbohydrates that may contribute to intestinal gas formation include ________.

Accepted Answer

A) lactose, fructose, and raffinose 
B) amylose, glucose, and starch 
C) sucrose, starch, and glucose 
D) amylose, glucose, and sucrose 
A) lactose, fructose, and raffinose 
B) amylose, glucose, and starch 
C) sucrose, starch, and glucose 
D) amylose, glucose, and sucrose

Question 4

Describe the functions of 4 major hormones specific to the digestive process.

Accepted Answer

1. Gastrin: Gastrin is a hormone that st

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate recommendation for treatment of peptic ulcer disease?

Accepted Answer

A) Limit heavy use of aspirin and other NSAID medications. 
B) Consume a bland diet with only easily digested foods. 
C) Treat with an antibiotic under the care of a physician. 
D) Stop smoking and limit alcohol intake. 
A) Limit heavy use of aspirin and other NSAID medications. 
B) Consume a bland diet with only easily digested foods. 
C) Treat with an antibiotic under the care of a physician. 
D) Stop smoking and limit alcohol intake.

Question 6

The main function of the liver in the digestive system is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) producing enzymes for digestion of protein, fat, and carbohydrate 
B) producing the hormones that regulate digestion and absorption 
C) producing bile for fat digestion and absorption 
D) distributing nutrients to the gastrointestinal tract 
A) producing enzymes for digestion of protein, fat, and carbohydrate 
B) producing the hormones that regulate digestion and absorption 
C) producing bile for fat digestion and absorption 
D) distributing nutrients to the gastrointestinal tract

Question 7

The absorptive process that requires energy in the form of ATP is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) facilitated diffusion 
B) active absorption 
C) enterohepatic circulation 
D) the lymphatic system 
A) facilitated diffusion 
B) active absorption 
C) enterohepatic circulation 
D) the lymphatic system

Question 8

A person with a bad cold reports not being able to "taste" anything.Explain what has happened.

Accepted Answer

When a person with a bad cold reports no

Question 9

Most of the digestive processes occur in the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) mouth 
B) stomach 
C) small intestine 
D) large intestine 
E) colon 
A) mouth 
B) stomach 
C) small intestine 
D) large intestine 
E) colon

Question 10

The lower esophageal sphincter is located between the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) stomach and esophagus 
B) stomach and duodenum 
C) ileum and the cecum 
D) sigmoid colon and the anus 
A) stomach and esophagus 
B) stomach and duodenum 
C) ileum and the cecum 
D) sigmoid colon and the anus

Lymph ________.

Segmentation as a function of the GI tract involves ________.

Carbohydrates that may contribute to intestinal gas formation include ________.

Describe the functions of 4 major hormones specific to the digestive process.

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate recommendation for treatment of peptic ulcer disease?

The main function of the liver in the digestive system is ________.

The absorptive process that requires energy in the form of ATP is ________.

A person with a bad cold reports not being able to "taste" anything.Explain what has happened.

Most of the digestive processes occur in the ________.

The lower esophageal sphincter is located between the ________.

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Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Micronutrients in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

Fluid Balance and Blood Health

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Exam 4: Human Digestion and Absorption

Lymph ________.

Segmentation as a function of the GI tract involves ________.

Carbohydrates that may contribute to intestinal gas formation include ________.

Describe the functions of 4 major hormones specific to the digestive process.

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate recommendation for treatment of peptic ulcer disease?

The main function of the liver in the digestive system is ________.

The absorptive process that requires energy in the form of ATP is ________.

A person with a bad cold reports not being able to "taste" anything.Explain what has happened.

Most of the digestive processes occur in the ________.

The lower esophageal sphincter is located between the ________.

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Micronutrients in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

Fluid Balance and Blood Health

Bone Health and Body Defense Systems

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition During the Adult Years

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