medical terminology

Chapter 09 - The Digestive System

1. Gastroenterology is the study of:A. weight loss.B. dietetics.C. the olfactory system.D. the digestive system.E. the circulatory system.

Ans: DFeedback: Gastroenterology is the study of the digestive system.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.1.1Page: 260

2. Which of the following words means pertaining to the liver?A. renalB. hepaticC. cardiacD. hepatocellularE. hepatitis

Ans: BFeedback: Hepatic means pertaining to the liver. (R hepat = liver) (S ic = pertaining to)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.1.4Page: 275

3. Four parts of the alimentary canal, in order, starting from the mouth, are the:A. esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.B. stomach, esophagus, pharynx, and small intestine.C. pharynx, large intestine, small intestine, and esophagus.D. small intestine, stomach, large intestine, and liver.E. liver, gallbladder, stomach, and large intestine.

Ans: AFeedback: Four parts of the alimentary canal in order, following on after the mouth are theesophagus,

stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.1.3 Page: 260

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4. A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system is known as a(n):A. dermatologist.B. cardiologist.C. gastroenterologist.D. ophthalmologist.E. periodontist.

Ans: CFeedback: A gastroenterologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.1.1Page: 260

5. Food elements are broken down into forms that can be transported to and absorbed by cells. This process is called:A. excretion.B. secretion .C. transfusion.D. digestion.E. absorption.

Ans: DFeedback: Digestion is the process of breaking down food elements into forms that can be transported to and

absorbed by cells.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.1.4 Page: 262

6. Which of the following terms means treatment of obesity?A. alimentaryB. bariatricsC. masticationD. eliminationE. deglutition

Ans: BFeedback: Bariatrics is the treatment of obesity.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.1.4. Page: 261

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7. Which of the following terms means a condition involving the gums?A. esophagealB. laparoscopicC. gingivitisD. dental caries E. glossodynia

Ans: CFeedback: Gingivitis is a condition involving the gums. (gingiv = gum)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.3 Page: 266

8. Which of the following terms means difficulty swallowing??A. parotidB. salivaryC. dysphasiaD. dysphagiaE. submandibular

Ans: DFeedback: Dysphagia means difficulty swallowing. (phagia = swallowing)Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.3. Page: 268

9. The alimentary canal and accessory organs are the:A. organelle.B. cell.C. tissue.D. organ.E. system.

Ans: EFeedback: The alimentary canal and accessory organs are the digestive system.Difficulty: medium Lesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.1.2 Page: 260

10. The small and large intestines are part of the ___________________ system.A. circulatory

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B. integumentaryC. nervousD. digestiveE. lymphatic

Ans: DFeedback: The small and large intestines are part of the digestive system.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.1.2 Page: 260

11. Which of the following terms means an examination of the abdomen with an endoscope?A. laparoscopyB. otoscopyC. gastroscopyD. panendoscopy E. enteroscopy

Ans: AFeedback: Laparoscopy is the examination of the abdomen with an endoscope. (lapar/o = abdomen in

general)Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.1.2 Page: 261

12. Which of the following is the correct spelling of a term meaning the tube linking the pharynx and the stomach?A. esofagusB. esophagisC. easofagisD. easophagesE. esophagus

Ans: EFeedback: The correct spelling for the term meaning the tube linking the pharynx and the stomach is

esophagus.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.1.2 Page: 261

13. Peristalsis is:A. the same as bariatric.

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B. an excessive amount of fat in the body.C. an excessive intake of food.D. the contraction and relaxation of the intestinal wall to move food along the

digestive tract.E. deglutition.

Ans: DFeedback: Peristalsis is the contraction and relaxation of the intestinal wall to move food along the digestive

tract. (peri = around, stalsis = constrict)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.1. 3 Page: 262

14. Which of the following terms means pertaining to the digestive tract as a whole?A. alimentaryB. esophagealC. gastricD. intestinalE. segmental

Ans: AFeedback: Alimentary means pertaining to the digestive tract as a whole.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.1.3 Page: 261

15. The term for a small projection is ______________, and its plural is ______________.A. palate; palatesB. papila; papillasC. papilla; papillaeD. plaque; plaquesE. pulp; pulpes

Ans: CFeedback: Papilla is the singular term for a small projection. Its plural is papillae.Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.1. Page: 265

16. Celiac disease is a condition resulting from sensitivity to:A. sugarB. insulinC. gluten

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D. mineralsE. enzymes

Ans: CFeedback: Celiac disease is a condition resulting from sensitivity to the protein gluten that is found in wheat,

rye, barley and oats..Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.5.1Page: 279

17. Emesis means to:A. bite.B. vomit.C. swallow.D. digest.E. eliminate.

Ans: BFeedback: Emesis means to vomit.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.1.4 Page: 269

18. What is the first part of the small intestine called?A. splenic flexureB. duodenumC. pylorusD. gastric pit

E. hepatic flexure

Ans: BFeedback: The first part of the small intestine is called the duodenum..Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9. 3Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.3.2. Page: 270

19. Mrs. Helen Schreiber has Sjögren syndrome, an autoimmune disease that affects her salivary glands, stopping production of saliva. This leads to dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing, and increased bacterial activity in the mouth, causing gingivitis. Which best describes a patient with this syndrome?A. Inflammation is not a complication.B. The parotid and sublingual glands continue to function normally.

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C. Dysphagia occurs.D. The submandibular glands secrete excessively.E. Digestion of starch with amylase leads to excessive growth of bacteria.

Ans: CFeedback: Dysphagia (difficulty – dys swallowing - phagia) is a complication of Sjögren syndrome.Difficulty: Medium Lesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.2.3.Page: 265

20. The word with a prefix meaning underneath is:A. triglyceride.B. sublingual.C. monosaccharide.D. periodontal.E. polysaccharide.

Ans: BFeedback: The prefix sub- in the word sublingual means underneath; sublingual = under the tongue.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.1 Page: 278

21. What is the major source of energy for all cells?A. hormonesB. enzymesC. vitaminsD. glucose

E. minerals

Ans: DFeedback: Glucose (sugar) is the major source of energy for all cells..Difficulty: medium Lesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9. 5. 1 Page: 278

22. Which of the following terms refers to a condition involving tissue around a tooth?A. gingivalB. submandibularC. periodontitisD. leukoplakiaE. hematemesis

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Ans: CFeedback: The word periodontitis refers to a condition involving (inflammation of) tissue around (= peri) a

tooth.(= odontDifficulty: HardLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.3 Page: 267

23. Which of the following words means yellow staining of tissues?A. jaundiceB. hemoglobinC. glycosuriaD. hemoglobinuriaE. hemachromatosis

Ans: AFeedback: Jaundice means yellow staining of tissues.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.4.1. Page: 275

24. The normal adult has _________ teeth.A. 16B. 24C. 28D. 32E. 38

Ans: DFeedback: The normal adult has 32 teeth.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.2.1 Page:264

25. The layers of a tooth, from hardest to softest, are:A. dentin, enamel, pulp.B. enamel, dentin, pulp.C. enamel, pulp, dentin.D. dentin, pulp, enamel.E. pulp, dentin, enamel.

Ans: BFeedback: The layers of a tooth, from hardest to softest, are enamel, dentin, and pulp.Difficulty: Medium

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26. The roof of the mouth is called the:A. pharynx.B. dentine.C. saliva.D. tongue.E. palate.

Ans: EFeedback: The palate is the roof of the mouth.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.1 Page: 264

27. Which of the following terms means beside the ear?A. molarB. periodontalC. sublingualD. parotidE. hiatal

Ans: DFeedback: Parotid means beside the ear. S/ -id having a particular quality, P par- beside, R –ot- earDifficulty: HardLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.1Page: 265

28. An oral disorder occurring most often on the lip is associated with smoking or chewing tobacco in 80% of those suffering from the condition. Which best describes this disorder?A. It occurs during the childbearing period.B. Its cause is well understood.C. It is a complication of bacterial infections.D. It is called oral cancer.E. Antibiotics will clear it up.

Ans: DFeedback: Oral cancer is a mouth disorder occurring most often on the lip and associated with smoking or

chewing tobacco.Difficulty: Easy

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29. Which of the following words has a prefix meaning around?A. periodontalB. hematemesisC. cyanoticD. xanthochromicE. leukoplakia

Ans: AFeedback: The prefix peri- in the word periodontal means around. (around a tooth)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.1Page: 267

30. The word halitosis means:A. painful, burning tongue.B. bad odor of the breath.C. infection with Candida albicans.D. bacterial destruction of teeth.E. patch of abnormal tissue.

Ans: BFeedback: Halitosis is bad breath. S/ -osis condition, R/ halit breathDifficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.3\Page: 267

31. Which of the following terms has a suffix meaning surgical excision?A. cholangiographyB. gingivalC. gingivitisD. gingivectomyE. herniorrhaphy

Ans: DFeedback: The suffix -ectomy in the word gingivectomy means surgical excision. (of the diseased gum

tissue)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2

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32. The word meaning bacterial destruction of teeth is:A. thrush.B. plaque.C. caries.D. canker.E. tartar.

Ans: CFeedback: Caries is the bacterial destruction of teeth.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.3.Page: 267

33. A synonym for swallowing is:A. deglutition.B. bolus.C. regurgitation.D. emesis.E. mastication.

Ans: AFeedback: Deglutition is a synonym for swallowing. R/ deglutit – to swallow S/-ion action, conditionDifficulty: MediumLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.1.4Page: 263

34 What is the name of the stomach exit area that leads to the bowel?A. jejunumB. pylorusC. ileumD. esophagus

E. anus

Ans: BFeedback: The pylorus is the stomach exit area that leads to the bowel..Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.3.2.Page: 271

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35. A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of the stomach protrudes through the:A. esophagus.B. diaphragm.C. oropharynx.D. pyloric sphincter.E. epiglottis.

Ans: BFeedback: A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.2.3.Page: 268

36. Dilated veins of the esophagus are:A. esophagitis.B. esophageal sphincter.C. esophageal varices.D. gastroesophageal reflux.E. hiatal hernia.

Ans: CFeedback: Esophageal varices are dilated veins of the esophagus.Difficulty: medium Lesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: comprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 268

37. The RD in GERD stands for:A. registered dietician.B. retrograde dilation.C. regurgitative destruction.D. Roux-en-Y disease.E. reflux disease.

Ans: EFeedback: The RD in GERD stands for reflux disease. GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 260

38. A synonym for dental calculus is:A. tartar.B. leukoplakia.C. plaque.D. thrush.

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E. caries.

Ans: AFeedback: Tartar is a synonym for dental calculus.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 266

39. Which of the following terms means to protrude?A. hiatalB. hiatusC. herniateD. dysphagiaE. deglutition

Ans: CFeedback: Herniate means to protrude.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 268

40. Which of the following terms means vomiting of red blood?A. esophagitisB. hematemesisC. regurgitationD. epiglottisE. reflux

Ans: BFeedback: Hematemesis is the vomiting of red blood. (hemat = blood emesis = vomit0Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 268

41. Which of the following words means after a meal??A. regurgitationB. postprandialC. pyorrheaD. sublingualE. periodontics

Ans: BFeedback: The prefix post- in postprandial means after.

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42. The virus that causes cold sores is abbreviated:A. HSV-1.B. HIV.C. RSV.D. SSA.E. ESR.

Ans: AFeedback: The virus that causes cold sores, the herpes simplex virus 1, is abbreviated HSV-1.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 266

43. In which of the following procedures is a rigid instrument used to examine the anus and lower rectum?A. endoscopyB. anoscopyC. dysphagiaD. digital examE. x-ray

Ans: BFeedback: In anoscopy, a rigid instrument is used to examine the anus and lower rectum. It is also called a

proctoscopy.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.3.2Page: 288

44. The adjective form of varix, meaning a dilated vein, is:A. varices.B. varical.C. varicose.D. varigeal.E. varigous.

Ans: CFeedback: The adjective form of varix is varicose.Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.2

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45. The word chyme means:A. a digestive enzyme.B. a semifluid, partially digested food.C. a sticky secretion of mucous membranes.D. acid indigestion.E. an inflammation of the lining of the stomach.

Ans: BFeedback: Chyme is a semifluid, partially digested food passed from the stomach into the duodenum..Difficulty: medium Lesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.3.2Page: 270

46. Which of the following terms means a backward flow of food from the stomach after a meal?A. predispositionB. malabsorptionC. posterior regurgitationD. postprandial refluxE. preeclampsia.

Ans: DFeedback: Postprandial reflux is the backward flow of food from the stomach after (post) a meal.(prand)Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.2Page: 269

47. Which of the following is a health care professional who would not be involved in the diagnosis and treatment of problems in the GI system?A. nutritionistB. dieticianC. orthotistD. periodontist

E. proctologist.

Ans: CFeedback: An orthotist prepares and fits orthopedic appliances.Difficulty: medium Lesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: Comprehension

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48. What do the tongue papillae contain?A. taste budsB. dentinC. enamelD. pulpE. pus

Ans: AFeedback: The papillae on the tongue contain the taste buds..Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.2Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.2.1Page: 264

49. Upset stomach with epigastric pain, nausea, and gas is:A. dysphagia.B. deglutition.C. dyspepsia.D. dyslexia.E. canker.

Ans: CFeedback: Dyspepsia is an upset stomach with epigastric pain, nausea, and gas.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.3.1.Page: 273

50. The segments of the small intestine, in order, starting from the pylorus, are:A. ileum, jejunum, and duodenum.B. jejunum, duodenum, and ileum.C. jejunum, ileum, and duodenum.D. duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.E. duodenum, cecum, and ileum.

Ans: DFeedback: The segments of the small intestine, starting from the pylorus, are the duodenum, jejunum, and

ileum.Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: application Learning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.3.3

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51. A slowly progressing inflammation of the liver is:A. acute hepatitis.B. chronic hepatitis.C. chronic hepatoma.D. acute cholelithiasis.E. chronic hepatocellular adenoma.

Ans: BFeedback: Chronic hepatitis is a slowly progressing inflammation of the liver.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1


52. The instrument used to examine the stomach is the:A. cytoscope.B. microscope.C. otoscope.D. ophthalmoscope.E. gastroscope.

Ans: EFeedback: A gastroscope is an instrument used to examine the stomach. (gastr/o = stomach)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3

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53. Which of the following words is accompanied by its correct plural?A. villus, villi.B. viscus, viscusses.C. varix, varixes.D. lipid, lipidii.E. pancreas, pancreax.

Ans: AFeedback: Villi is the correct plural of villus.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2


54. The largest internal organ in the body is the:

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A. pancreas.B. liver.C. kidney.D. stomach.E. gallbladder.

Ans: BFeedback: The liver is the largest internal organ in the body.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome:9.1Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 274

55. Bile is secreted by the ______________ into the _________________.A. pancreas; stomachB. salivary glands; mouthC. stomach; chymeD. liver; duodenumE. small intestine; large intestine

Ans: DFeedback: Bile is secreted by the liver into the duodenum.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.4.1.Page: 275

56. Alcoholism is the most common cause of scarring of the liver, also known as:A. cirrhosis.B. serosis.C. keratosis.D. hepatocellular.E. hepatoma.

Ans: AFeedback: Cirrhosis means scarring of the liver.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1


57. What is the most common blood-borne infection in the United States?A. Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)B. hepatitis A virus (HAV)C. hepatitis C virus (HCV)D. cirrhosisE. pancreatitis

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Ans: AFeedback: The most common blood-borne infection in the United States is hepatitis B virus. (HBV).Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: comprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 274

58. A synonym for gallstones is:A. cholelithiasis.B. cholesterol.C. hemachromatosis.D. cirrhosis.E. chyme.

Ans: AFeedback: Cholelithiasis is the presence of stones in the gallbladder. (lith = stone)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives l9.4.1Page: 276

59. What results from yellow staining of tissues with bile pigments, including bilirubin?A. cirrhosisB. cynanosisC. hepatitisD. dyspepsia

E. jaundice

Ans: EFeedback: Yellow staining of tissues with bile pigments, including bilirubin is called jaundice.Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 276

60. Which of the following is a chronic, irreversible disease?A. jaundiceB. hepatitis AC. gingivitisD. cirrhosis of the liver

E. gastritisAns: DFeedback: Cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic, irreversible disease.

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61. Which of the following terms has an element meaning flow?A. peristalsisB. postprandialC. pyorrheaD. endoscopicE. extracorporeal

Ans: CFeedback: The element -rrhea in pyorrhea means flow. (purulent discharge) The root pyo- means pus.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9..2Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.2.3Page: 267

62. The H in HAV, HBV, and HCV stands for:

A. herpes.B. hepatitis.C. human.D. hemoglobin.E. hemolytic.

Ans: BFeedback: The H in the abbreviations HAV, HBV, and HCV stands for hepatitis.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 274

63. Which of the following terms means pertaining to the liver?A. hepaticB. emulsionC. emesisD. portalE. cholestatic

Ans: A

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Feedback: Hepatic means pertaining to the liver.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 275

64. Which of the following terms means a condition involving the gallbladder?A. gluconeogenesisB. cholesterolC. hemoglobinopathyD. cholecystitisE. hemolytic jaundice

Ans: DFeedback: Cholecystitis is a condition involving the gallbladder. (itis = inflammation of)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2


65. _____________ is a symptom of many different diseases in the biliary tract and liver.

A. faintingB. nauseaC. icterusD. vomitingE. itchy skin

Ans: CFeedback: Icterus is another name for jaundice. Jaundice is a symptom (yellow

tissues) of many different diseases in the biliary tract and liver.Difficulty: hardLesson: 9.4Blooms taxonomy: applicationLearning Outcome: 9.1Lesson objective: 9.1.2.Page: 276

66. The adjective form of bile is:A. biliary.B. bilious.C. biliate.D. bilbous.E. bilient.

Ans: AFeedback: The adjective form of bile is biliary. Suffix –ary means pertaining to.

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67. If a patient is diagnosed with a “perforated bowel” – what is present?A. the bowel is necroticB. there is a hole through the wall of the bowelC. the bowel is twistedD. the bowel is obstructed

E. the bowel shrinks in size

Ans: BFeedback: A perforated bowel means there is a hole in the wall of the bowel.Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9. 3Blooms Taxonomy: comprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1


68. The root -lith- in the word cholelithiasis means:A. color.B. ulcer.C. cirrhosis.D. tear.E. stone.

Ans: EFeedback: The root -lith- in the word cholelithiasis means stone. (gallstones)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.2


69. What color does the element –rubin denote?A. yellowB. blackC. rust coloredD. blueE. red

Ans: CFeedback: The element –rubin, as in bilirubin, denotes the color of rust..Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: knowledge

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70. Which of the following terms means presence of a stone in the common bile duct??A. cirrhosisB. cholestaticC. cholesterolD. choledocholithiasisE. cholecystitis

Ans: DFeedback: Choledocholithiasis is the presence of a stone in the common bile duct. (choledoch/o = common

bile duct).Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 277

71. The term cholelithotomy, if deconstructed, means, in the correct order:A. bile, stone, and surgical incision.B. surgical incision, bile, and stone.C. liver, stone, and excision.D. stone, bile, and biopsy.E. excision, bile, and liver.

Ans: AFeedback: Chol/e means bile, -lith- means stone, and -otomy means surgical incision.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 277

72. The word cholelithiasis means:A. the condition of having high cholesterol.B. the procedure for destroying gallstones.C. the condition of forming gallstones.D. the condition of having gallstones.E. any change in the function of the gallbladder.

Ans: DFeedback: The word cholelithiasis means the condition of having gallstones.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 277

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73. The surgical procedure of creating a union between two tubular structures is called:A. hemolyticB. anastomosisC. extracellularD. intracellularE. colonoscopy

Ans: BFeedback: The surgical procedure of creating a union between two tubular structures is called anastomosis.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.4Lesson objectives: 9.6.2Page: 288

74. A cholecystectomy is:A. an examination of the gallbladder.B. an x-ray of the liver and gallbladder.C. the surgical removal of the pancreas.D. the surgical repair of a hiatal hernia.E. the surgical removal of the gallbladder.

Ans: EFeedback: A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 277

75. The prefix in exocrine means:A. body.B. pertaining to.C. inside.D. outside.E. before.

Ans: DFeedback: The prefix exo- in exocrine means outside.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.4.1Page: 277

76. The adjective for stomach is:A. gastric.B. cecal.C. alimentary.

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D. ileostomy.E. stomatitis.

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77. Two words that describe glands and are opposite in meaning are:

A. monosaccharide and polysaccharide.B. exocrine and endocrine.C. inferior and superior.D. intracellular and extracellular.E. pepsin and trypsin.

Ans: BFeedback: Exocrine and endocrine describe glands and are opposite in meaning. (endo = within exo =

outward)Difficulty: medium Lesson: 9.4Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.3


78. Which of the following terms is treatment for obesity?A. cholecystectomyB. gastroscopyC. laparoscopyD. bariatricE. endoscopy

Ans: DFeedback: Bariatric treatment is for obesity..Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: applicationLearning Outcome: 9.2


79. The patient has long-term symptoms with spasmodic episodes of diarrhea and flatulence associated with greasy and pale stools and severe headaches and fatigue.This patient probably has:A. hepatitisB. celiac disease

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C. periodontitisD. thrush

E. dysphagia

Ans: BFeedback: The symptoms mentioned are symptoms of celiac disease..Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9. 5. 2Page: 278

80. Which of the following is a disease in which intestinal uptake of nutrients is impaired?A. constipationB. hemorrhoids C. impaired glucose toleranceD. malabsorption syndromeE. gastrocolonic reflex

Ans: DFeedback: Malabsorption syndrome is a disease in which intestinal uptake of nutrients is impaired.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.5.2.Page: 282

81. What is the name of the blood vessel that carries blood from the intestines to the liver?A. hepatic veinB. portal veinC. colonic arteryD. carotid artery

E. coronary artery

Ans: BFeedback: The portal vein carries blood from the intestines to the liver. .Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Learning objectives: 9.5.1Page: 279

82. Which of the following terms means infection of the stomach and intestine?A. malnutritionB. dyspepsiaC. stomatitisD. gastroenteritisE. flatulence

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Ans: DFeedback: Gastroenteritis is an infection (itis) of the stomach (gastr/o) and intestine. (enter/o)Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.3

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83. The examination of the tube to the stomach, the stomach, and the first part of the small intestine is termed:A. esophagogastroduodenoscopy.B. colonoscopy.C. angiography.D. laparoscopy.E. gastroesophagoscopy.

Ans: AFeedback: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy is examination of the esophagus, the stomach, and the duodenum.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.1Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1


84. Which of the following words has a prefix meaning complete?A. diseaseB. diarrheaC. dysenteryD. malnutritionE. defecation

Ans: BFeedback: The prefix dia- in diarrhea means complete.Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.5Blooms Taxonomy: ApplicationLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.5.2Page: 279

85. What is secreted by the islet cells of the pancreas?A. vitaminsB. glucoseC. insulinD. glucagon

E. insulin and glucagon

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86. What is the enzyme called that is produced by the stomach and breaks down protein in the digestive process?A. gastrinB. intrinsic factorC. glucoseD. glycogen

E. pepsin

Ans: EFeedback: Pepsin is an enzyme produced in the stomach that breaks down protein..Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9.3Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.3.3Page: 271

87. A synonym for bend is:A. refluxB. flexureC. fractureD. fixationE. vermiform

Ans: BFeedback: Flexure is a synonym for bend. Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.5Lesson objectives: 9.6.1Page: 285

88. The segments of the large intestine, in order, from the end of the small intestine, are:A. transverse colon, descending colon, ascending colon, sigmoid colon.B. ascending colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, cecum.C. cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon.D. cecum, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, ascending colon.E. sigmoid colon, descending colon, transverse colon, ascending colon.

Ans: CFeedback: The segments of the large intestine, in order, from the end of the small intestine, are cecum,

ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, and sigmoid colon.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: Knowledge

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89. The word sigmoid means:A. around.B. shaped like a circle.C. C-shaped.D. S-shaped.E. straight.

Ans: DFeedback: The word sigmoid means S-shaped.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.6.1Page: 285

90. The suffix in defecation means:A. away from.B. process.C. pertaining to.D. a condition.E. resembling.

Ans: BFeedback: The suffix -ation in defecation means process.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.6.1.Page: 285

91. Where would you administer sublingual medication?A. under the tongueB. inside the cheekC. on the hard palateD. beside the earE. in a muscle

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92. Which of the following words means a procedure for removal of a mass of tissue projecting into the bowel?A. hemorrhoidectomyB. polypectomyC. cystectomyD. appendectomyE. diverticulosis

Ans: BFeedback: A polypectomy is a procedure for removal of a mass of tissue projecting into the bowel.Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2Lesson objectives: 9.6.2Page: 287

93. An increasingly common disorder of the large intestine characterized by crampy pains, gas, and changes in bowel habits is abbreviated:A. GERD.B. BM.C. IBS.D. IBM.E. DRE.

Ans: CFeedback: IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is a common disorder of the large intestine characterized by

cramps, gas, and changes in bowel habits.Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.6.2Page: 286

94. The slipping of one part of bowel inside another to cause obstruction is:A. proctitis.B. gastrocolic reflex.C. ulcerative colitis.D. intussusception.E. thrombosed.

Ans: DFeedback: Intussusception is the slipping of one part of the bowel inside another.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3


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95. Which of the following terms contains two suffixes?A. diverticulitisB. hemorrhoidectomyC. polypectomyD. ileocecal

E. colostomy

Ans: BFeedback: The word hemorrhoidectomy contains two suffixes: rrhoid = flow and ectomy = surgical

removal.Difficulty: HardLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: applicationLearning Outcome: 9.3Lesson objectives: 9.6.2Page: 287

96. Which of the following terms means pertaining to the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity?A. fistulaB. peritonealC. digitalD. serosalE. occult

Ans: BFeedback: Peritoneal means pertaining to the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity.(the peritoneum)Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.2


97. The palpation of the rectum and prostate with a gloved finger inserted into the anus is:A. anoscopy.B. a proctoscopic exam.C. sigmoidoscopy.D. a digital rectal exam.E. interdigitation

Ans: DFeedback: A digital rectal exam entails palpation of the rectum and prostate with a gloved finger inserted into

the anus.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3


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98. Enema means:A. antagonistic.B. hidden.C. a surgically made union between two tubular structures.D. the use of an endoscope.E. injection of fluid into the rectum.

Ans: EFeedback: An enema is an injection of fluid into the rectum.Difficulty: EasyLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: KnowledgeLearning Outcome: 9.3


99. A colostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an artificial opening from the __________________ to the _______________________.A. esophagus; stomachB. stomach; large intestineC. large intestine; outside of the bodyD. stomach; outside of the bodyE. small intestine; outside of the body

Ans: CFeedback: A colostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an artificial opening from the large intestine to the

outside of the body.Difficulty: mediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: ComprehensionLearning Outcome: 9.1


100. Appendicitis is the most common cause of acute abdominal pain in the right lower quadrant. On palpation, tenderness over McBurney point suggests appendicitis. If neglected, the inflamed appendix can perforate and lead to what condition?A. peritonitisB. diverticulitisC. proctitisD. colitisE. regional enteritis

Ans: AFeedback: An inflamed appendix can perforate and lead to peritonitis (inflammation of the peritoneum - the

membrane that lines the abdominal cavity.Difficulty: MediumLesson: 9.6Blooms Taxonomy: applicationLearning Outcome: 9.1

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