Multiple Choice
Relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter during swallowing
A) Is part of the swallowing program
B) Requires stretch of the esophagus
C) Requires an intact vagus nerve
D) Is a local response to stretch of the sphincter
E) Especially requires relaxation of the longitudinal muscle layer
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q2: W hich of the following enhances salivation?<br>A)
Q3: Sympathetic stimulation<br>A) Increases mucus saliva production<br>B) Decreases
Q4: Secondary peristalsis is activated by<br>A) The swallowing
Q5: Parasympathetic stimulation<br>A) Increases mucus saliva production<br>B) Decreases
Q6: W hich of the following inhibits salivation?<br>A)
Q8: Saliva may help heal wounds because it
Q9: Salivary secretion is generally lowest during<br>A) Nausea<br>B)
Q10: The primary salivary secretion is produced by<br>A)
Q11: The swallowing center is located in the<br>A)
Q12: The parotid gland secretes<br>A) Pepsinogen<br>B) Pepsin<br>C) Mucin<br>D)