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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What are two possible diseases that can occur in the digestive system?

a)

diarrhea

b)

cancer

c)

irritable bowel syndrome

d)

bowel irritable syndrome

2.
A symptom of IBS is
a)
cramping
b)
bloating
c)
gassiness
d)
all of the above
3.

Which of the following is not a common symptom of constipation?

a)

Abdominal pain

b)

Bloating

c)

Increased appetite

d)

Infrequent bowel movements

4.

Which of the following is not a common cause of constipation?

a)

Low fiber diet

b)

Lack of physical activity

c)

High fluid intake

d)

Certain medications

5.

Which of the following can cause diarrhea? Select all that apply:

a)

Food allergies

b)

Regular exercise

c)

Intestinal diseases

d)

Healthy diet

6.

Which of the following can be a symptom of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

a)

Abdominal pain

b)

Increased energy

c)

Weight gain

d)

Improved sleep

7.

Standard practice to treat constipation is to recommend a high fiber diet. Select all that would be included in this diet.

a)

refined grains

b)

fresh fruit

c)

vegetables

d)

popcorn, nuts, and seeds

8.

Which of the following lifestyle changes can help relieve constipation?

a)

Decreasing fiber intake

b)

Increasing physical activity

c)

Decreasing fluid intake

d)

Increasing stress

9.

Which of the following is not a common treatment for constipation?

a)

Increasing fiber intake

b)

Drinking plenty of water

c)

Regular exercise

d)

Decreasing fluid intake

10.

Diarrhea is a common symptom of many GI disorders, infectious diseases, and antibiotic use. Due to the increased frequency and increased water content of stools, select all conditions that can result

a)

Increased risk of dehydration

b)

Electrolyte imbalances especially hyponatremia and hypokalemia

c)

acid-base imbalance--> metabolic alkalosis

d)

malnutrition if diarrhea becomes chronic