ATI LPN
Gastrointestinal System NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The principal secretory product for the epithelial cells forming pancreatic islets (of Langerhans) is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Islet cells secrete hormones like insulin and glucagon.
Question 2 of 5
A functional unit of liver tissue served by a single terminal branch of the hepatic artery, including all the hepatic cords leading toward central veins on both sides of this arteriole, is called a:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The acinus is a functional unit based on blood supply.
Question 3 of 5
The endothelium lining hepatic sinusoids is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fenestrated endothelium allows plasma exchange.
Question 4 of 5
Hepatocytes are:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hepatocytes are epithelial cells forming liver parenchyma.
Question 5 of 5
Although the gall bladder lining superficially resembles the mucosa of the small intestine, the gall bladder lacks:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The gall bladder lacks these intestinal features.