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NCLEX Questions Gastrointestinal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
All of the following are organs of the digestive system except
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The heart is part of the circulatory system, not the digestive system, unlike the stomach, mouth, and intestines, making D the correct answer.
Question 2 of 5
Which foods should be included in a balanced diet as a good source of roughage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fruits and vegetables provide fiber (roughage), essential for digestion, making B the correct answer.
Question 3 of 5
Which disorder is most likely represented by the 'festering' pit shown in the cartoon below? Iapaworms visiting a stomach park
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 'festering pit' in the stomach suggests an ulcer, making B the correct answer.
Question 4 of 5
During a long-distance run on a hot day, an athlete produces large quantities of sweat. As a result, the kidneys change the rate of urine production. Why is this change important?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased urine production conserves water lost through sweating, making C the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
The nephron is the structural unit of the human
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nephron is the functional unit of the kidney, making C the correct answer.