Question 1

A jaw fracture that results in multiple pieces of bone is called a:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​comminuted fracture. 
B)  ​open fracture. 
C)  ​closed fracture. 
D)  ​incomplete fracture. 
E)  ​complete fracture.

Question 2

_______________ ingested when teeth are developing is incorporated into the structure of the enamel and protects it against the action of acids.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ ingested when teeth are developing is...

Question 3

Saliva is produced in the mouth by three pairs of salivary glands: the parotid, submandibular, and:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​occipital. 
B)  ​sublingual. 
C)  ​supramandibular. 
D)  ​lingual. 
E)  ​maxillary.

Question 4

Most medications are absorbed in the _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most medications are absorbed in the _______________....

Question 5

For the patient with maxillomandibular fixation, all foods must be prepared so that each easily moves through a _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For the patient with maxillomandibular fixation, all...

Question 6

Major innervation for the enteric nervous system is supplied by parasympathetic and sympathetic fibers of the autonomic nervous system. Parasympathetic impulses are carried by the _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Major innervation for the enteric nervous system...

Question 7

Several different types of bacteria commonly found in the mouth colonize the surface of the tooth to form plaque.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which is a correct statement regarding late dumping syndrome?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​It occurs 30-60 minutes after a meal. 
B)  ​It is especially common after eating protein. 
C)  ​It increases the risk of hypoglycemia. 
D)  ​It causes gas, cramping, and diarrhea. 
E)  It results in sweating, flushing, and dizziness.

Question 9

Which medication would most likely be prescribed for LK's condition?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​clarithromycin 
B)  ​atorvastatin calcium 
C)  ​niacin 
D)  ​bevacizumab 
E)  ​amlodipine

Question 10

List three examples each of dietary factors that increase risk of dental caries and those that decrease risk of dental caries.

Accepted Answer

The answer of List three examples each of dietary factors...

Question 11

A patient is having a procedure that involves passing a tube through the oral pharynx into the stomach and recording barometric pressure through a transducer. This procedure most accurately describes a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  ​endoscopy. 
B)  ​barium radiology study. 
C)  ​esophageal manometry study. 
D)  ​Bernstein test. 
E)  ​urea breath test.

Question 12

What best describes a nutrition intervention for xerostomia?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Using a de-humidifier at bedtime 
B)  ​Avoiding sour and tart foods 
C)  ​Adding extra sauces and gravies to foods 
D)  ​Increasing intake of hot foods and fluids 
E)  ​Limiting caffeine to 3 servings per day

Question 13

The innermost layer of the esophagus is called the:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​muscle layer. 
B)  ​mucosa. 
C)  ​adventitia. 
D)  ​secretory layer. 
E)  ​submucosa.

Question 14

Discuss nutrition therapy used for jaw fracture; include examples of recommended foods.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss nutrition therapy used for jaw fracture;...

Question 15

Which is a true statement regarding eosinophilic esophagitis?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​EoE has only been recognized within the past 20 years. 
B)  ​Immune cells involved with EoE include B cells and white blood cells. 
C)  ​EoE has no connection to food intake. 
D)  ​Symptoms of EoE in adults include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. 
E)  ​Metoclopramide is the standard form of treatment for EoE.

Question 16

What is an example of a nutrition intervention recommended for stomatitis?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Increase intake of carbonated beverages 
B)  ​Consume no more than 2 alcoholic drinks per day 
C)  ​Avoid extremes of hot or cold food temperatures 
D)  ​Use alcohol-based mouth rinses to keep the mouth clean 
E)  ​Avoid oral topical anesthetics

Question 17

Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) syndrome is similar in symptoms to PUD, but is typically unresponsive to​  standard therapy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Control of gastric secretions is accomplished through complementary actions of the nervous and endocrine systems, and involves four major chemical messengers: acetylcholine, histamine, gastrin, and:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​serotonin. 
B)  ​nitric oxide. 
C)  ​somatostatin. 
D)  ​substance P. 
E)  ​neuropeptide Y.

Question 19

Which best describes the pharyngeal phase of swallowing?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​The involuntary swallowing reflux begins and the bolus is carried through the throat to the top of the esophagus 
B)  ​There is rapid passage of large amounts of food into the small intestine 
C)  ​Esophageal peristalsis carries the bolus through the esophagus and LES and into the stomach 
D)  ​The tongue moves the bolus to the back of the throat 
E)  ​The food is chewed and prepared as a bolus by the tongue, teeth, and mandible

Question 20

Which type of food would most likely be recommended during the recovery period after gastric surgery?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​whole grains 
B)  ​potatoes without the skin 
C)  ​lunch meat 
D)  ​chocolate milk 
E)  ​fruit juice

Exam 14: Diseases of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

A jaw fracture that results in multiple pieces of bone is called a:

_______________ ingested when teeth are developing is incorporated into the structure of the enamel and protects it against the action of acids.

Saliva is produced in the mouth by three pairs of salivary glands: the parotid, submandibular, and:

Most medications are absorbed in the _______________.

For the patient with maxillomandibular fixation, all foods must be prepared so that each easily moves through a _______________.

Major innervation for the enteric nervous system is supplied by parasympathetic and sympathetic fibers of the autonomic nervous system. Parasympathetic impulses are carried by the _______________.

Several different types of bacteria commonly found in the mouth colonize the surface of the tooth to form plaque.

Which is a correct statement regarding late dumping syndrome?

Which medication would most likely be prescribed for LK's condition?

List three examples each of dietary factors that increase risk of dental caries and those that decrease risk of dental caries.

A patient is having a procedure that involves passing a tube through the oral pharynx into the stomach and recording barometric pressure through a transducer. This procedure most accurately describes a(n) :

What best describes a nutrition intervention for xerostomia?

The innermost layer of the esophagus is called the:

Discuss nutrition therapy used for jaw fracture; include examples of recommended foods.

Which is a true statement regarding eosinophilic esophagitis?

What is an example of a nutrition intervention recommended for stomatitis?

Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) syndrome is similar in symptoms to PUD, but is typically unresponsive to standard therapy.

Control of gastric secretions is accomplished through complementary actions of the nervous and endocrine systems, and involves four major chemical messengers: acetylcholine, histamine, gastrin, and:

Which best describes the pharyngeal phase of swallowing?

Which type of food would most likely be recommended during the recovery period after gastric surgery?

Exam 14: Diseases of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

A jaw fracture that results in multiple pieces of bone is called a:

_______________ ingested when teeth are developing is incorporated into the structure of the enamel and protects it against the action of acids.

Saliva is produced in the mouth by three pairs of salivary glands: the parotid, submandibular, and:​

Most medications are absorbed in the _______________.

For the patient with maxillomandibular fixation, all foods must be prepared so that each easily moves through a _______________.

Major innervation for the enteric nervous system is supplied by parasympathetic and sympathetic fibers of the autonomic nervous system. Parasympathetic impulses are carried by the _______________.

Several different types of bacteria commonly found in the mouth colonize the surface of the tooth to form plaque.

Which is a correct statement regarding late dumping syndrome?​

Which medication would most likely be prescribed for LK's condition?​

List three examples each of dietary factors that increase risk of dental caries and those that decrease risk of dental caries.

A patient is having a procedure that involves passing a tube through the oral pharynx into the stomach and recording barometric pressure through a transducer. This procedure most accurately describes a(n) :

What best describes a nutrition intervention for xerostomia?​

The innermost layer of the esophagus is called the:​

Discuss nutrition therapy used for jaw fracture; include examples of recommended foods.

Which is a true statement regarding eosinophilic esophagitis?​

What is an example of a nutrition intervention recommended for stomatitis?​

Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) syndrome is similar in symptoms to PUD, but is typically unresponsive to​ standard therapy.

Control of gastric secretions is accomplished through complementary actions of the nervous and endocrine systems, and involves four major chemical messengers: acetylcholine, histamine, gastrin, and:​

Which best describes the pharyngeal phase of swallowing?​

Which type of food would most likely be recommended during the recovery period after gastric surgery?

Saliva is produced in the mouth by three pairs of salivary glands: the parotid, submandibular, and:

Which is a correct statement regarding late dumping syndrome?

Which medication would most likely be prescribed for LK's condition?

What best describes a nutrition intervention for xerostomia?

The innermost layer of the esophagus is called the:

Which is a true statement regarding eosinophilic esophagitis?

What is an example of a nutrition intervention recommended for stomatitis?

Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) syndrome is similar in symptoms to PUD, but is typically unresponsive to standard therapy.

Control of gastric secretions is accomplished through complementary actions of the nervous and endocrine systems, and involves four major chemical messengers: acetylcholine, histamine, gastrin, and:

Which best describes the pharyngeal phase of swallowing?