ATI LPN
Gastrointestinal System NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of these statements about bile is true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bile salts are recycled via enterohepatic circulation.
Question 2 of 5
__________ types of salivary glands secrete into the oral cavity.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Three types: parotid, submandibular, sublingual.
Question 3 of 5
The portion of the stomach that connects to the esophagus is the
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The cardia is near the esophageal junction.
Question 4 of 5
Intestinal hormone that stimulates the pancreas to release a watery secretion that is high in bicarbonate ion is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Secretin triggers bicarbonate release.
Question 5 of 5
The specific tissue type of the submucosa is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The submucosa is composed of dense irregular connective tissue, providing support and flexibility to the alimentary canal.