Deck 9: The Digestive System: The Essentials of the Language of Gastroenterology

Question 1

Celiac disease is a condition resulting from sensitivity to:

A)sugar.
B)insulin.
C)gluten.
D)minerals.
E)enzymes.

Answer 1

gluten.

Question 2

What is the first part of the small intestine called?

A)Splenic flexure
B)Duodenum
C)Pylorus
D)Gastric pit
E)Hepatic flexure

Answer 2

Duodenum

Question 3

The alimentary canal and accessory organs are the:

A)organelle.
B)cell.
C)tissue.
D)organ.
E)digestive system.

Answer 3

digestive system.

Question 4

The word with a prefix meaning underneath is:

A)triglyceride.
B)sublingual.
C)monosaccharide.
D)periodontal.
E)bilirubin.

Question 5

Food elements are broken down into forms that can be transported to and absorbed by cells.This process is called:

A)excretion.
B)secretion.
C)transfusion.
D)digestion.
E)absorption.

Question 6

Four parts of the alimentary canal, in order, starting from the mouth, are the:

A)esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
B)stomach, esophagus, pharynx, and small intestine.
C)pharynx, large intestine, small intestine, and esophagus.
D)small intestine, stomach, large intestine, and liver.
E)liver, gallbladder, stomach, and large intestine.

Question 7

The small and large intestines are part of the _________ system.

A)circulatory
B)integumentary
C)nervous
D)digestive
E)lymphatic

Question 8

Which of the following is the correct spelling of a term meaning the tube linking the pharynx and the stomach?

A)Esofagus
B)Esophagis
C)Easofagis
D)Easophages
E)Esophagus

Question 9

Peristalsis is:

A)the same as bariatric.
B)an excessive amount of fat in the body.
C)an excessive intake of food.
D)the contraction and relaxation of the intestinal wall to move food along the digestive tract.
E)deglutition.

Question 10

Which of the following terms means a condition involving the gums?

A)Esophageal
B)Laparoscopic
C)Gingivitis
D)Dental caries
E)Glossodynia

Question 11

Which of the following terms means treatment of obesity?

A)Alimentary
B)Bariatrics
C)Mastication
D)Elimination
E)Deglutition

Question 12

An infection of the mouth by Candida albicans is correctly documented as:

A)aphthous.
B)halitosis.
C)metastasis.
D)hematemesis.
E)thrush.

Question 13

Which of the following words means pertaining to the liver?

A)Renal
B)Hepatic
C)Cardiac
D)Hepatocellular
E)Hepatitis

Question 14

Which of the following terms means an examination of the abdomen with an endoscope?

A)Laparoscopy
B)Otoscopy
C)Gastroscopy
D)Panendoscopy
E)Enteroscopy

Question 15

Gastroenterology is the study of:

A)weight loss.
B)dietetics.
C)the olfactory system.
D)the digestive system.
E)the circulatory system.

Question 16

Emesis means to:

A)bite.
B)vomit.
C)swallow.
D)digest.
E)eliminate.

Question 17

Which of the following terms means difficulty swallowing?

A)Parotid
B)Salivary
C)Dysphasia
D)Dysphagia
E)Submandibular

Question 18

Which of the following terms means pertaining to the digestive tract as a whole?

A)Gastric
B)Alimentary
C)Intestinal
D)Esophageal
E)Segmental
F)Intestinal.

Question 19

The term for a small projection is ______________, and its plural is ______________.

A)palate; palates
B)papila; papillas
C)papilla; papillae
D)plaque; plaques
E)pulp; pulpes

Question 20

A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system is known as a(n):

A)dermatologist.
B)cardiologist.
C)gastroenterologist.
D)ophthalmologist.
E)periodontist.

Question 21

The layers of a tooth, from hardest to softest, are:

A)dentin, enamel, pulp.
B)enamel, dentin, pulp.
C)enamel, pulp, dentin.
D)dentin, pulp, enamel.
E)pulp, dentin, enamel.

Question 22

The normal adult has _________ teeth.

A)16
B)24
C)28
D)32
E)38

Question 23

What is the name of the stomach exit area that leads to the bowel?

A)Jejunum
B)Pylorus
C)Ileum
D)Esophagus
E)Anus

Question 24

Which of the following words means yellow staining of tissues?

A)Jaundice
B)Hemoglobin
C)Glycosuria
D)Hemoglobinuria
E)Pyorrhea

Question 25

Which of the following terms means vomiting of red blood?

A)Esophagitis
B)Hematemesis
C)Regurgitation
D)Epiglottis
E)Reflux

Question 26

An oral disorder occurring most often on the lip is associated with smoking or chewing tobacco in 80% of those suffering from the condition.Which best describes this disorder?

A)It occurs during the childbearing period.
B)Its cause is well understood.
C)It is a complication of bacterial infections.
D)It is called oral cancer.
E)Antibiotics will clear it up.

Question 27

A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of the stomach protrudes through the:

A)esophagus.
B)diaphragm.
C)oropharynx.
D)pyloric sphincter.
E)epiglottis.

Question 28

What is the major source of energy for all cells?

A)Hormones
B)Enzymes
C)Vitamins
D)Glucose
E)Minerals

Question 29

The RD in GERD stands for:

A)registered dietician.
B)retrograde dilation.
C)regurgitative destruction.
D)Roux-en-Y disease.
E)reflux disease.

Question 30

Which of the following terms has a suffix meaning surgical excision?

A)Cholangiography
B)Gingival
C)Gingivitis
D)Gingivectomy
E)Herniorrhaphy

Question 31

Which of the following terms means beside the ear?

A)Molar
B)Periodontal
C)Sublingual
D)Parotid
E)Hiatal

Question 32

Which of the following words has a prefix meaning around?

A)Periodontal
B)Hematemesis
C)Cyanotic
D)Xanthochromic
E)Leukoplakia

Question 33

A synonym for swallowing is:

A)deglutition.
B)bolus.
C)regurgitation.
D)emesis.
E)mastication.

Question 34

Which of the following terms refers to a condition involving tissue around a tooth?

A)Gingival
B)Submandibular
C)Periodontitis
D)Leukoplakia
E)Hematemesis

Question 35

The roof of the mouth is called the:

A)pharynx.
B)dentine.
C)saliva.
D)tongue.
E)palate.

Question 36

Which of the following terms means protrusion?

A)Hiatal
B)Hiatus
C)Hernia
D)Dysphagia
E)Deglutition

Question 37

Dilated veins of the esophagus are:

A)esophagitis.
B)esophageal sphincter.
C)esophageal varices.
D)gastroesophageal reflux.
E)hiatal hernia.

Question 38

The word meaning bacterial destruction of teeth is:

A)thrush.
B)plaque.
C)caries.
D)canker.
E)tartar.

Question 39

The word halitosis means :

A)painful, burning tongue.
B)bad odor of the breath.
C)infection with Candida albicans.
D)bacterial destruction of teeth.
E)patch of abnormal tissue.

Question 40

A buildup of dental plaque is called:

A)tartar.
B)leukoplakia.
C)caries.
D)thrush.

Question 41

Which of the following is a health care professional who would not be involved in the diagnosis and treatment of problems in the GI system?

A)Nutritionist
B)Dietician
C)Orthotist
D)Periodontist
E)Proctologist

Question 42

What do the tongue papillae contain?

A)Taste buds
B)Dentin
C)Enamel
D)Pulp
E)Pus

Question 43

The adjective form of varix, meaning a dilated vein, is:

A)varices.
B)varical.
C)varicose.
D)varigeal.
E)varigous.

Question 44

The segments of the small intestine, in order, starting from the pylorus, are:

A)ileum, jejunum, and duodenum.
B)jejunum, duodenum, and ileum.
C)jejunum, ileum, and duodenum.
D)duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
E)duodenum, cecum, and ileum.

Question 45

Serum hepatitis is caused by:

A)hepatitis B Virus.
B)hepatitis A virus.
C)hepatitis C virus.
D)Streptococcus.
E)Staphylococcus.

Question 46

The instrument used to examine the stomach is the:

A)cystoscope.
B)microscope.
C)otoscope.
D)ophthalmoscope.
E)gastroscope.

Question 47

Which of the following is a chronic, irreversible disease?

A)Jaundice
B)Hepatitis A
C)Gingivitis
D)Cirrhosis of the liver
E)Gastritis

Question 48

The largest internal organ in the body is the:

A)pancreas.
B)liver.
C)kidney.
D)stomach.
E)gallbladder.

Question 49

A synonym for gallstones is:

A)cholelithiasis.
B)cholesterol.
C)hemachromatosis.
D)cirrhosis.
E)chyme.

Question 50

The virus that causes cold sores is abbreviated:

A)HSV-1.
B)HIV.
C)RSV.
D)SSA.
E)ESR.

Question 51

A slowly progressing inflammation of the liver is:

A)acute hepatitis.
B)chronic hepatitis.
C)chronic hepatoma.
D)acute cholelithiasis.
E)chronic hepatocellular adenoma.

Question 52

The word chyme means :

A)a digestive enzyme.
B)a semifluid, partially digested food.
C)a sticky secretion of mucous membranes.
D)acid indigestion.
E)an inflammation of the lining of the stomach.

Question 53

In which of the following procedures is a rigid instrument used to examine the anus and lower rectum?

A)Endoscopy
B)Anoscopy
C)Dysphagia
D)Digital exam
E)X-ray

Question 54

Alcoholism is the most common cause of fibrosis of the liver, also known as:

A)cirrhosis.
B)serosis.
C)keratosis.
D)hepatocellular.
E)hepatoma.

Question 55

Upset stomach with epigastric pain, nausea, and gas is:

A)dysphagia.
B)deglutition.
C)dyspepsia.
D)dyslexia.
E)canker.

Question 56

The patient had a large amount of white-colored discharge from their gums.The periodontist determined that the gums had a bacterial infection.She documented the discharge as being:

A)regurgitation.
B)hemorrhoid.
C)pyorrhea.
D)sublingual.
E)periodontics.

Question 57

Which of the following words is accompanied by its correct plural?

A)Villus, villi
B)Viscus, viscusses
C)Varix, varixes
D)Lipid, lipidii
E)Pancreas, pancreax

Question 58

Bile is secreted by the _________ into the _________.

A)pancreas; stomach
B)salivary glands; mouth
C)stomach; chyme
D)liver; duodenum
E)small intestine; large intestine

Question 59

What results from yellow staining of tissues with bile pigments, including bilirubin?

A)Cirrhosis
B)Cyanosis
C)Hepatitis
D)Dyspepsia
E)Jaundice

Question 60

When the newborn baby was examined, the pediatrician noted a large hole in the middle of the patient's hard palate.This condition would be correctly documented as:

A)thrush.
B)glossodynia.
C)hiatal hernia.
D)cleft palate.
E)diverticulosis.

Question 61

Which of the following terms means a condition involving the gallbladder?

A)Gluconeogenesis
B)Cholesterol
C)Hemoglobinopathy
D)Cholecystitis
E)Hemolytic jaundice

Question 62

The adjective form of bile is:

A)biliary.
B)bilious.
C)biliate.
D)bilbous.
E)bilient.

Question 63

The H in HAV, HBV, and HCV stands for:

A)herpes.
B)hepatitis.
C)human.
D)hemoglobin.
E)hemolytic.

Question 64

The prefix in exocrine means :

A)body.
B)pertaining to.
C)inside.
D)outside.
E)before.

Question 65

_________ is a symptom of many different diseases in the biliary tract and liver.

A)Fainting
B)Nausea
C)Icterus
D)Vomiting
E)Itchy skin

Question 66

The patient has long-term symptoms with spasmodic episodes of diarrhea and flatulence associated with greasy and pale stools and severe headaches and fatigue.This patient probably has:

A)hepatitis.
B)celiac disease.
C)periodontitis.
D)thrush.
E)dysphagia.

Question 67

Which of the following terms has an element meaning flow?

A)Peristalsis
B)Postprandial
C)Pyorrhea
D)Endoscopic
E)Extracorporeal

Question 68

A cholecystectomy is:

A)an examination of the gallbladder.
B)an x-ray of the liver and gallbladder.
C)the surgical removal of the pancreas.
D)the surgical repair of a hiatal hernia.
E)the surgical removal of the gallbladder.

Question 69

The adjective for stomach is:

A)gastric.
B)cecal.
C)alimentary.
D)ileostomy.
E)stomatitis.

Question 70

Which of the following terms is treatment for obesity?

A)Cholecystectomy
B)Gastroscopy
C)Laparoscopy
D)Bariatric
E)Endoscopy

Question 71

Which of the following terms means pertaining to the liver?

A)Hepatic
B)Emulsion
C)Emesis
D)Portal
E)Cholestatic

Question 72

Which of the following is a disease in which intestinal uptake of nutrients is impaired?

A)Constipation
B)Hemorrhoids
C)Impaired glucose tolerance
D)Malabsorption syndrome
E)Gastrocolic reflex

Question 73

What color does the element -rubin denote?

A)Yellow
B)Black
C)Rust colored
D)Blue
E)Red

Question 74

The root -lith- in the word cholelithiasis means :

A)color.
B)ulcer.
C)cirrhosis.
D)tear.
E)stone.

Question 75

The surgical procedure of creating a union between two tubular structures is called:

A)hemolytic.
B)anastomosis.
C)extracellular.
D)intracellular.
E)colonoscopy.

Question 76

The word cholelithiasis means :

A)the condition of having high cholesterol.
B)the procedure for destroying gallstones.
C)the condition of forming gallstones.
D)the condition of having gallstones.
E)any change in the function of the gallbladder.

Question 77

Which of the following terms means presence of a stone in the common bile duct?

A)Cirrhosis
B)Cholestatic
C)Cholesterol
D)Choledocholithiasis
E)Cholecystitis

Question 78

Two words that describe glands and are opposite in meaning are:

A)celiac and ileus.
B)exocrine and endocrine.
C)inferior and superior.
D)intracellular and extracellular.
E)pepsin and trypsin.

Question 79

The term cholelithotomy, if deconstructed, means, in the correct order:

A)bile, stone, and surgical incision.
B)surgical incision, bile, and stone.
C)liver, stone, and excision.
D)stone, bile, and biopsy.
E)excision, bile, and liver.

Question 80

A common sign of GERD is:

A)diarrhea.
B)esophagitis.
C)jaundice.
D)varices.
E)celiac disease.