ATI LPN
Gastrointestinal System NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is characteristic of mucus-secreting cells?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All features support mucus synthesis and secretion.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The basal basophilia of serous (enzyme-secreting) cells results from the presence in basal cytoplasm of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rough ER causes basophilia due to ribosomes.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The endothelium lining hepatic sinusoids is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fenestrated endothelium allows plasma exchange.