Digestive System Test Flashcards
The condition in which distended veins in the rectum or anus become irritated is
Hemorrhoids
Which of these result from inflammation in the stomach?
gastritis
inflammation of the liver is
hepatitis
_____is a condition caused when abnormal dilations or pouches in the intestinal wall become inflamed
Diverticulitis
Which of the following causes the stomach to protrude into the chest?
hiatal hernia
Which of the following is a condition that can affect the small intestine?
Crohn’s disease
Which of the following is a chronic liver disease leading to scarring of the tissue and caused by medication, alcohol
use, or hepatitis B or C?
cirrhosis
Gerri is a 32-year-old mother of two children who is in the office for a routine annual examination. She tells you that
she feels good most of the time, but she has frequent problems with constipation. Which of the following
recommendations would help Gerri?
“Increase the amount of fiber in your diet.”
The practitioner has determined that Janellyn, a 55-year-old patient, is at risk for cirrhosis of the liver. The practitioner
would like the medical assistant to educate Janellyn on how to minimize this risk. Which of the following statements
might be included in this type of teaching?
“Avoid drinking alcohol.”
Which of the following is commonly known as gallstones?
cholelithiasis
The gallbladder’s only function is to______
store bile
The______ is the main site of nutrient absorption.
small intestine
Which condition occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Which is a water-double vitamin?
Vitamin C
Which is a fat-soluble vitamin?
vitamin k
