ATI LPN
Gastrointestinal System Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
The pancreas is located:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The pancreas is an retroperitoneal organ, external to the intestinal wall.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following cell types is characterized by secretory vesicles concentrated in basal cytoplasm, near the basement membrane?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Enteroendocrine cells release hormones basally into the bloodstream.
Question 3 of 5
The principal secretory product for the pancreatic acinar cells is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acinar cells secrete digestive enzymes like trypsin.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is not a distinguishing characteristic of a parasympathetic neuron cell body in a ganglion of Meissner's or Auerbach's plexus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neurons are basophilic, not acidophilic, due to ribosomes.
Question 5 of 5
Cirrhosis, or liver scarring in which functional hepatic tissue is replaced by connective tissue, can be recognized by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All signs indicate cirrhosis.