Question 1

Intractable constipation or an intestinal obstruction is

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A)   melena.
B)   hematochezia.
C)   dyspepsia.
D)   obstipation.

Question 2

The sphincter between the stomach and first part of the small intestine is the

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A)   LES.
B)   ileocecal sphincter.
C)   pyloric sphincter.
D)   cardiac sphincter.

Question 3

Antiemetics

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A)   alleviate nausea.
B)   cause evacuation of the bowel.
C)   suppress appetite.
D)   reduce production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

Question 4

Cutting out part or all of the gums is called

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A)   gingivitis.
B)   odontectomy.
C)   gingivectomy.
D)   periodontal.

Question 5

Inflammation of the gums is called

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A)   cheilitis.
B)   GERD.
C)   gingivitis.
D)   stomatitis.

Question 6

A condition of excessive salivation is termed

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A)   ptyalism.
B)   melasma.
C)   melena.
D)   hematemesis.

Question 7

The healthcare term for a fever blister or cold sore is

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A)   leukoplakia.
B)   herpetic stomatitis.
C)   cheilosis.
D)   aphthous stomatitis.

Question 8

Inflammation of the large intestine is

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A)   appendicitis.
B)   enteritis.
C)   colitis.
D)   proctitis.

Question 9

Nutrition introduced through a digestive structure is

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A)   fundoplication.
B)   gastroplasty.
C)   enteral nutrition.
D)   hyperalimentation.

Question 10

Inflammation of the bile vessels is

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A)   cholangitis.
B)   cholecystitis.
C)   choledochitis.
D)   biliary atresia.

Question 11

Yellowing of the skin and sclerae caused by elevated bilirubin levels is called

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A)   biliary colic.
B)   ileus.
C)   fistula.
D)   jaundice.

Question 12

The most common type of liver cancer worldwide is

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A)   hepatocellular carcinoma.
B)   odentogenic tumor.
C)   cystadenoma.
D)   carcinogenesis.

Question 13

An instrument used to visualize the inside of the body is called a(n)

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A)   trochar.
B)   syringe.
C)   endoscope.
D)   catheter.

Question 14

What is the wavelike movement that propels food through the digestive system?

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A)   Digestion
B)   Peristalsis
C)   Defecation
D)   Eructation

Question 15

A complete or partial lack of teeth is

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A)   periodontal disease.
B)   dental caries.
C)   dental plaque.
D)   anodontia.

Question 16

Creating a new opening in the stomach is called

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A)   gastrectomy.
B)   gastrostomy.
C)   gastrotomy.
D)   gastroscopy.

Question 17

Presence of stones in the gallbladder is called

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A)   biliary colic.
B)   choledocholithiasis.
C)   renal calculi.
D)   cholelithiasis.

Question 18

The mix of food, gastric juices, and hydrochloric acid in the stomach is

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A)   chyme.
B)   bolus.
C)   feces.
D)   flatus.

Question 19

Twisting of the intestines is

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A)   intussusception.
B)   volvulus.
C)   ileus.
D)   ileum.

Question 20

Constriction of a tubular structure, including intestines, leading to an impedance of circulation is

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A)   herniation.
B)   strangulation.
C)   reduction.
D)   peristalsis.

Exam 5: Digestive System

Inflammation of the large intestine is

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Constriction of a tubular structure, including intestines, leading to an impedance of circulation is

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Creating a new opening in the stomach is called

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The most common type of liver cancer worldwide is

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The healthcare term for a fever blister or cold sore is

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Inflammation of the bile vessels is

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Nutrition introduced through a digestive structure is

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Antiemetics

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The sphincter between the stomach and first part of the small intestine is the

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The mix of food, gastric juices, and hydrochloric acid in the stomach is

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A complete or partial lack of teeth is

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An instrument used to visualize the inside of the body is called a(n)

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Yellowing of the skin and sclerae caused by elevated bilirubin levels is called

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Intractable constipation or an intestinal obstruction is

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Twisting of the intestines is

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Presence of stones in the gallbladder is called

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Inflammation of the gums is called

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Cutting out part or all of the gums is called

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What is the wavelike movement that propels food through the digestive system?

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A condition of excessive salivation is termed

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