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20 Questions About The Digestive System With Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
In a clinical research study on intestinal motility, a 24-year-old male graduate student is involved. The peristalsis of the small intestine:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Peristalsis involves circular muscle contraction behind the bolus and relaxation ahead, propelling it forward.
Question 2 of 5
What is the word to describe the breaking up of large fat droplets into smaller ones?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Emulsification is the process of breaking large fat droplets into smaller ones, typically by bile salts, to aid digestion.
Question 3 of 5
Where are the baroreceptors (measure blood pressure)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Baroreceptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinus detect blood pressure changes.
Question 4 of 5
If the kidney is damaged it may result in reduced erythrocytes. Why?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kidney damage reduces erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production.
Question 5 of 5
Which tubules are the effectors for ADH?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ADH acts on the distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct to increase water reabsorption.