Cranial nerve that provides taste sensation on the posterior 1/3 of the tongue.

Structure that stores bile.

The patient complains of pain in the upper abdomen and middle and lower thoracic spine, what structure may be most likely affected?

The patient complains of pain in the upper abdomen and middle lumbar spine, what structure may be most likely affected?

What is the segmental innervation of the esophagus?

The descending colon and sigmoid colon is found in what abdominal quadrant?

Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity is known as____

Stimulates parietal cells to secrete HCl and chief cells to secrete pepsinogen

This structure prevents backflow of chyme from duodenum to stomach.

Two ducts that form the ampulla of Vater.

A fold of mesentery that divides the liver into right and left lobe

Secrete alkaline fluid to buffer stomach acids, and mucus for protection and lubrication

Common complications of prolonged diarrhea include_____

All of the following conditions can cause constipation, EXCEPT

Intractable constipation with resulting fecal impaction, the retention of hard, dry stools in the rectum and colon

Patient, 64 years old complains of abdominal pain and tenderness in the anterior hip, groin, and thigh regions after taking anticholinergic drugs, the patient may be having?

Disorder characterized by prolonged loss of appetite and inability to eat. Individuals exhibit emaciation, emotional disturbance concerning body image, and fear of gaining weight

Condition in which the lower esophageal sphincter fails to relax and food is trapped in the esophagus

What is the most common cause of Heartburn?

Results from failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to regulate flow of food from the esophagus into the stomach and increased gastric pressure.

This is a potentially serious complication of GERD and is often considered a pre-cancerous state.

What is pain and tenderness with palpation over McBurney’s point associated with?

A patient is recovering from a mild stroke with trunk weakness and postural instability. The patient complains of severe heartburn. What is the best choice choice to maximize stroke recovery and improve trunk stabilization while minimizing heartburn?

Symptoms include epigastric pain which is described as a gnawing, burning, or cramp-like. Pain is aggravated by change in position and absence of food in the stomach and relieved by food or antacids

Abnormal amounts of fat in feces

All of the following condition may lead to malabsorption syndromes, EXCEPT

Involves a granulomatous type of inflammation that can occur anywhere in the GI tract. Areas of adjacent normal tissue called skip lesions are present.

56 year old patient complains of persistent abdominal pain, flatulence, and abdominal cramps that is relived by defecation. Patient might be suffering from______

Presence of Rebound tenderness (Blumberg Sign) may be associated with what condition?