ATI RN
Questions About Digestive System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The liver contains macrophages that have a special name. What is this name?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kupffer cells are specialized macrophages in the liver that remove debris and pathogens from the blood. Lymphocytes are white blood cells, and 'coffee cells' is not a term; 'liver macrophage' is less specific than Kupffer cells.
Question 2 of 5
Homeostasis is best described as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Homeostasis maintains internal stability using nerves and hormones despite external changes.
Question 3 of 5
What is the name of the blood vessel that brings blood to the kidney?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The renal artery supplies blood to the kidney for filtration.
Question 4 of 5
Alcohol causes dehydration. How?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alcohol inhibits ADH, reducing water reabsorption and increasing urine output, leading to dehydration.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is not a function of saliva?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Saliva does not aid in protein digestion; it primarily helps in moistening food, contains amylase for carbohydrate digestion, and facilitates chemical digestion.