Exam 17: Digestive System

An extracorporeal liver assist device was surgically implanted into Sam. This device is very similar to

Gallstones are usually composed of

The alimentary canal extends, in its entirety, from

The process by which bile breaks down fat globules into smaller droplets is ______.

Enlarged blood vessels of the anal columns are called

Large, fixed phagocytes in the lining of the hepatic sinusoids are _______ cells.

Cholecystokinin, a hormone released from intestinal mucosa as a result of stimulation by the presence of fats in the small intestine, stimulates the gallbladder to contract and release bile into the duodenum.

The chamber of the mouth between the tongue and the palate is the vestibule.

Gastrin, which stomach cells secrete,

The disorder of the large intestine that produces a "cobblestone" effect within the tissues of the colon is

The mechanical breakup of food particles in the mouth is called

Receptor-mediated endocytosis removes _______ molecules from plasma, delivering cholesterol to the tissues.

In the swallowing reflex,

The parotid glands are

Which of the following is true about bile?

Over-the-counter antacids usually include

The hepatic duct connects the gallbladder to the bile duct.

Gallstones may form if

______ ions help to regulate the pH of saliva.

Edith suffers from severe heartburn. She goes to her physician and is diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. This condition affects her