CHAPTER 8 TEST - THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Which term means an abnormal, white, usually benign lesion on the tongue?

• cheilitis

• leukoplakia

• cold sores

• canker sores

Which term means "any restriction of the opening of the mouth"?

• trismus

• melena

• bruxism

• xerostomia

Which word root means "anus and rectum"?

• rect/o

• colon/o

• sigmoid/o

• proct/o

Following abdominal surgery, Jon Miller experiences a lack of normal peristalsis in his intestines for about 24 hours. Which term describes stoppage of bowel action?

• polyp

• diverticulum

• ileus

• volvulus

Dr. Chu is concerned that Dan Smith is showing signs of liver damage following years of alcohol abuse. Which condition is characterized by scarring of the liver?

• hepatitis

• ascites

• hepatomegaly

• cirrhosis

Dr. Assad diagnoses Jo Warner's bout of painful stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea as gastroenteritis. What does gastroenteritis mean?

• inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the stomach and intestines

• electrolyte imbalance caused by fluid loss that exceeds fluid intake

• extreme, persistent vomiting that can cause dehydration

• slowed gastric motility causing delayed gastric emptying

Which term includes a suffix that means the surgical creation of an artificial opening?

• colostomy

• ileectomy

• colectomy

• anastomosis

Which condition, associated with severe liver disease, places a person at risk of severe bleeding?

• esophageal varices

• GERD

• hepatomegaly

• cirrhosis

Which word root means large intestine?

• rect/o

• colon/o

• sigmoid/o

• proct/o

Which word root means liver?

• rect

• hepat

• enter

• proct