APPK 1.11 - Digestive System

Question 1

Define: enter

Answer 1

intestine

Question 2

Define: lip

Answer 2

fat

Question 3

Define: hepa/hepato

Answer 3

liver

Question 4

Define: gastr/gastro

Answer 4

stomach/gastrointestinal tract

Question 5

What is another name for the gastrointestinal tract?

Answer 5

Alimentary tract

Question 6

Define: mastication

Answer 6

Mechanical breakdown of food; “chewing”

Question 7

T/F: both physical & chemical digestion begin in the mouth

Answer 7

True; physically via teeth & tongue, chemically via saliva

Question 8

Define: bolus

Answer 8

chewed up food that has entered the pharynx

Question 9

What is peristalsis & what is it’s function?

Answer 9

Peristalsis are wave-like contractions & relaxation of smooth muscle. This movement helps to move food through the digestive tract.

Question 10

T/F: vomiting is reverse peristalsis

Answer 10

True

Question 11

Where are rugae located?

Answer 11

Stomach

Question 12

Define: chyme

Answer 12

a soupy mixture created from the bolus churning in the stomach, mixing w/ stomach acids & digestive enzymes.

Question 13

Where in the alimentary tract does the majority of nutrient absorption happen?

Answer 13

Small intestine

Question 14

T/F: Large intestine & colon are different parts of the digestive system.

Answer 14

False; they are the one & the same

Question 15

What are the 4 parts of the LI?

Answer 15

Ascending colon, Transverse colon, Descending colon, Sigmoid colon

Question 16

What is the relationship between Liver & Gall bladder?

Answer 16

Liver creates bile (breaks down big fat globules) & bile is stored in the Gall bladder

Question 17

What is the function of the Pancreas in the digestive system?

Answer 17

Produce enzymes that break down proteins, fats & carbohydrates. Also produces hormones that regulate blood sugar

Question 18

How many pairs of salivary glands do we have?

Answer 18

3

Question 19

What are the 4 “blood organs” & what are their functions?

Answer 19

Kidneys = filter waste out of blood
Liver = filter toxins
Spleen = stores emergency blood (1L), big lymph node that breakdowns old/defective blood cells
Pancreas = regulate blood sugar

Question 20

Where in the gastrointestinal tract does the majority of water absorption?

Answer 20

Large intestine

Question 21

Where in the gastrointestinal tract do the Pancreas & Liver secrete bile & enzymes?

Answer 21

Small intestine

Question 22

What are the functions of the digestive system?

Answer 22

• Digest food to provide nutrients for cellular metabolism
• Eliminate solid waste
• Assists in regulating body temperature (heat is a byproduct of digestion/metabolism)

Question 23

How is massage beneficial to the digestive system?

Answer 23

• Abdominal massage can stimulate peristalsis & elimination of waste
• Abdominal massage should be applied following the clockwise path of food through the LI
• Swedish circulatory massage that stimulates blood flow also stimulates nutrient absorption of the digestive tract & transport of nutrients to body cells

Question 24

Celiac disease: Indicated or contraindicated? Cautions?

Answer 24

Indicated

Question 25

Chron’s disease: Indicated or contraindicated? Cautions?

Answer 25

Indicated; contraindicated during flareups & caution to make adjustments to client position when necessary

Question 26

Diverticular disease: Indicated or contraindicated? Cautions?

Answer 26

Indicated; unless fever is present

Question 27

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Indicated or contraindicated? Cautions?

Answer 27

Indicated

Question 28

Hepatitis: Indicated or contraindicated? Cautions?

Answer 28

Indicated; contraindicated when acute, otherwise caution to provide gentle work only & careful to avoid contact w/ body fluids