M'Kenna's Digestive System Quiz

Based on the evidence from M'Kenna's case study, which part of the digestive system appears most affected by her condition?

• The small intestine

• The esophagus

• The large intestine

• The stomach

Which digestive process would be most affected if M'Kenna's condition involves inflammation of the intestinal walls?

• Chemical digestion

• Physical digestion

• Nutrient absorption

• Waste elimination

What happens to M'Kenna's food when it first enters her mouth?

• It immediately goes to her stomach

• It gets broken down by saliva and chewing

• It moves straight to her intestines

• It turns into energy right away

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What might happen if M'Kenna's stomach makes more acid than normal?

• She might feel hungry all the time

• She might get a headache

• She might have a stomach ache

• She might feel very thirsty

What happens if M'Kenna's large intestine isn't absorbing enough water?

• She might need to drink less water

• She might get a fever

• She might have diarrhea

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How can we tell if M'Kenna's esophagus (food pipe) is working normally?

• She can swallow food easily

• She has a good appetite

• Her stomach growls often

• She drinks lots of water

What is the primary function of healthy villi in the small intestine?

• To produce stomach acid

• To absorb nutrients from food

• To break down food particles

• To store unused nutrients

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How do damaged villi affect M'Kenna's ability to digest food?

• It makes her stomach produce too much acid

• It causes her intestine to become too narrow

• It prevents proper nutrient absorption

• It makes food move too quickly

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What evidence shows that M'Kenna's condition affects her villi?

• The simulation shows increased acid production

• The villi are longer than normal

• The villi are absorbing too much water

• The villi are producing enzymes

Which symptom would likely result from M'Kenna's intestinal condition?

• Increased appetite

• Weight gain

• Nutritional loss

• Faster digestion