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NCLEX Questions on Gastrointestinal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the source of maltose during digestion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Maltose is produced from carbohydrate (starch) digestion by amylase, making D correct.
Question 2 of 5
Secretions from the salivary glands catalyze which of the following reactions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Salivary amylase hydrolyzes carbohydrates into maltose, making C correct.
Question 3 of 5
What occurs during the digestion of proteins?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proteins are broken down into amino acids by enzymes like pepsin and trypsin, not hormones or sugars, making A the correct answer.
Question 4 of 5
Glycogen is best described as a
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glycogen is a polysaccharide stored in the liver for energy, making C the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
The digestion of food and subsequent absorption into the bloodstream is important because
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Digested food provides nutrients for metabolic processes, making C the correct answer.