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Digestive system quiz

Total questions: 201

Worksheet time: 2hrs 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

This endocrine disorder is the result of body tissues that have become desensitized (nonresponsive) to normal insulin levels, resulting in the inability to regulate one's blood glucose levels.

a)

Type I Diabetes

b)

Type II Diabetes

c)

Celiac Disease

d)

GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)

2.

This disorder is best characterized by an inflammation of the liver caused by 3 main types of viruses, all potentially transmitted via blood.

a)

IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

b)

Celiac Disease

c)

Ulcers

d)

Hepatitis

3.

This disorder is best characterized by an irritation of the esophagus due to stomach acid that flows back out of the stomach; often linked with heartburn.

a)

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)

b)

GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)

c)

Ulcers

d)

Hepatitis

4.

This endocrine autoimmune disorder is the result of inadequate insulin production by pancreatic beta cells, resulting in the inability to regulate one's blood glucose levels.

a)

Type I Diabetes

b)

Type II Diabetes

c)

Hepatitis

d)

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)

5.

This chronic disorder is best characterized by abnormal contractions of the large intestine, resulting in changes to defecation frequency and/or feces appearance and can often be triggered by stress, infections and certain foods.

a)

Hepatitis

b)

Celiac Disease

c)

GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)

d)

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)

6.

Conditions that cause inflammation of the large intestine; causes include viral/parasitic infection, bacterial food poisoning, autoimmune reaction, lack of blood flow; various types include Ischemic, Ulcerative, Crohn’s disease

a)

Gluten Intolerance

b)

Colitis

c)

Hepatitis

d)

Ulcers

7.

Inability to digest and/or adverse reactions to lactose (lack of intestinal enzyme); Treatments include low-lactose diet and probiotics

a)

Lactose intolerance

b)

Gluten intolerance

c)

Celiac disease

d)

Type I Diabetes

8.

Inability to digest and/or adverse reactions to gluten (autoimmune disorder); Treatment include a gluten free diet

a)

Lactose intolerance

b)

Gluten intolerance

c)

Celiac disease

d)

Type I Diabetes

9.

Uncontrolled cell division in the pancreas; no early signs; symptoms - abdominal/back pain, weight loss, poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, genetics, diabetes, IBS; Treatment - Surgery; Chemotherapy; Radiation therapy; Immunotherapy

a)

Type I Diabetes

b)

Type II Diabetes

c)

Pancreatic cancer

d)

Colorectal cancer

10.

Uncontrolled cell division in the Large Intestine/Rectum; no early signs; symptoms - abdominal/back pain, weight loss, poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, genetics, diabetes, IBS; Treatment - Surgery; Chemotherapy; Radiation therapy; Immunotherapy

a)

Type I Diabetes

b)

Type II Diabetes

c)

Pancreatic Cancer

d)

Colorectal Cancer

11.

Gum disease generally doesn't hurt. You may have it ´for years before you feel discomfort.

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Gingivitis

c)

Periodontitis

d)

Shigellosis

12.

It is an advanced stage of gum disease that can threaten the loss of your teeth.

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Gingivitis

c)

Periodontitis

d)

Shigellosis

13.

´general term for diseases causing inflammation of the stomach and intestinal mucosa.

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Gingivitis

c)

Periodontitis

d)

Shigellosis

14.

´a severe form of diarrhea caused by group of facultative anaerobic G- rods of the genus Shigella

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Gingivitis

c)

Periodontitis

d)

Shigellosis

15.

Children are the most likely to get this disease.

a)

Cholera

b)

Infection

c)

Ulcer

d)

Salmonella

16.

´Outbreaks caused by temporary lapses in sanitation practices

a)

Cholera

b)

Infection

c)

Intoxication

d)

Ulcer

17.

´A dull or burning pain in your stomach.

a)

Infection

b)

Intoxication

c)

Dysentery

d)

Ulcer

18.

pathogen enters GI tract and multiplies

a)

Infection

b)

Intoxication

c)

Dysentery

d)

Ulcer

19.

Ingestion of pre-formed toxin.

a)

Infection

b)

Intoxication

c)

Dysentery

d)

Ulcer

20.

Sever diarrhea accompanied by blood or mucus.

a)

Infection

b)

Intoxication

c)

Dysentery

d)

Ulcer

21.

This is the progressive destruction of tooth tissue.

a)

Constipation

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Dental caries

d)

Appendicitis

22.

This occurs when faeces stagnate, harden

in the large intestine and are difficult to pass.

a)

Coeliac disease

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Appendicitis

d)

Constipation

23.

This occurs when the contents of the bowel

pass very rapidly into the large intestine, producing

liquid faeces.

a)

Diarrhoea

b)

Constipation

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Lactase intolerance

24.

This happens when an obstruction occurs in a hollow structure that hangs from the first part of the large intestine

a)

Constipation

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Appendicitis

d)

Coeliac disease

25.

Typical symptoms are diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, headaches and muscular pain.

a)

Constipation

b)

Appendicitis

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Lactase intolerance

26.

This disease causes the autoimmune system to attack healthy tissue in the digestive system that contains gluten.

a)

Dental caries

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Coeliac disease

27.

This occurs when the small intestine contains small amounts of the enzyme responsible for the digestion of cow's milk.

a)

Diarrhoea

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Coeliac disease

d)

Lactase intolerance

28.

What is the condition in which the body can't produce enough insulin?

a)

Diabetes

b)

Obesity

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Atherosclerosis

29.

What can happen if blood sugar levels get too high in the body?

a)

Obesity

b)

Cirrhosis

c)

Diabetes

d)

Atherosclerosis

30.

What is the extensive damage of the liver due to drinking too much called?

a)

Obesity

b)

Atherosclerosis

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Diabetes

31.

What is the condition characterized by a buildup of cholesterol and narrowing of arteries?

a)

Obesity

b)

Atherosclerosis

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Diabetes

32.

What is the excessive body weight called?

a)

Obesity

b)

Diabetes

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Atherosclerosis

33.

What can make arteries narrower and restrict blood flow?

a)

Obesity

b)

Atherosclerosis

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Diabetes

34.

Which condition increases the risk of serious health problems?

a)

Atherosclerosis

b)

Diabetes

c)

Obesity

d)

Cirrhosis

35.

What is the condition characterized by illness and disease?

a)

Diabetes

b)

Obesity

c)

Atherosclerosis

d)

Cirrhosis

36.

What is the condition characterized by the body's inability to regulate blood sugar levels?

a)

Obesity

b)

Diabetes

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Atherosclerosis

37.

What is the condition characterized by the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to the buildup of cholesterol and other substances?

a)

Obesity

b)

Diabetes

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Atherosclerosis

38.

Acid reflux is a condition that acid goes to the esophagus from the stomach. Which of the following food triggers this disease?

a)

French fries

b)

Lemon

c)

Tomato

d)

Water

39.

Too much bilirubin produced from the liver will contribute to this disease.

a)

gallstone

b)

liver cirrhosis

c)

peptic ulcer

d)

heartburn

40.

Stomach ulcer is a painful sore in the stomach lining. Which of the following bacteria is a possible cause of stomach ulcer?

a)

E. coli

b)

H. pylori

c)

Meningococcus

d)

Staphylococcus

41.

When having an irritable bowel syndrome, you need to avoid the following food and drink, except one.

a)

alcohol

b)

fast food

c)

lactose

d)

vegetable

42.

Appendicitis is a pain in the lower abdomen. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of this disease?

a)

abdominal pain

b)

loss of appetite

c)

difficulty in swallowing

d)

vomiting

43.

NSAIDs can trigger ulcers if the person used this in a long term. Which of the following is not an example of NSAIDs?

a)

aspirin

b)

ibuprofen

c)

naproxen

d)

paracetamol

44.

Indigestion is a disorder that may serve as an underlying digestive problem. What is the other name of indigestion?

a)

dyspepsia

b)

heartburn

c)

hemorrhoids

d)

peptic ulcer

45.

How many times a week a person who experienced constipation?

a)

few

b)

five

c)

many

d)

infinite

46.

Which of the following types of polyps in colorectal cancer is considered precancerous?

a)

adenomatous

b)

hyperplastic

c)

inflammatory

d)

indigested

47.

Troy wants to eat a spicy food but warns of having an acid reflux. What will Troy do in this situation?

a)

He needs to avoid eating spicy food

b)

He needs to eat other foods that can trigger acid reflux

c)

He needs to take at least 4 times a day

d)

He needs to take at least 2 times a day

48.

Gloria consulted her doctor to check her lower abdomen in which she experienced pain for many days. What is this disease she experienced?

a)

indigestion

b)

constipation

c)

appendicitis

d)

colorectal cancer

49.

Marla needs to release a bowel as advised by the doctor since she was constipated. What is the remedy given by the doctor?

a)

Eat a lot of junk foods

b)

Drink a lot of milktea

c)

Drink a lot of water

d)

Eat a lot of fat-rich foods

50.

Hilario experienced bleeding in the rectum, a symptom of colorectal cancer. Which of the following is NOT a risk factor in having this disease?

a)

Inherited symptom

b)

Consuming red meat

c)

Sedentary lifestyle

d)

Proper diet and exercise

51.

Yolly experienced problems in her gall bladder. What will be the color of her skin when she have a gallstone?

a)

blue

b)

red

c)

green

d)

yellow

52.

Stay hydrated is the best remedy in combating digestive problems. How many glasses you need to drink for a day?

a)

six

b)

eight

c)

ten

d)

twleve

53.

It is the wild, disorganized, and unrestrained multiplication of rogue cells that lead to abnormal growth in a tissue or an organ.

a)

Cancer

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Anorexia Nervosa

d)

Bulimia Nervosa

54.

It is an inflammation of the liver, most often because of a viral infection.

a)

Cancer

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Anorexia Nervosa

d)

Bulimia Nervosa

55.

It is a severe, life-threatening psychological eating disorder characterized by an intake of unusually large amounts of food in a short time and a feeling of a lack of control overeating.

a)

Cancer

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Anorexia Nervosa

d)

Bulimia Nervosa

56.

It is characterized by a refusal to maintain a healthy body weight, an exaggerated fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image.

a)

Cancer

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Anorexia Nervosa

d)

Bulimia Nervosa

57.

________ or bad breath is a chronic or persistent odor from the mouth because of decayed teeth, bleeding gums, infections, diet, and medication, among others.

a)

Hemorrhoids

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Halitosis

d)

Diarrhea

58.

It is the frequent passing of loose, watery stool. It is a symptom of an underlying disorder.

a)

Hemorrhoids

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Halitosis

d)

Diarrhea

59.

These are swollen or inflamed veins around the anus or lower rectum.

a)

Hemorrhoids

b)

Hepatitis

c)

Halitosis

d)

Diarrhea

60.

It is a metabolic disease that is caused by a defective pancreas.

a)

Diabetes

b)

Appendicitis

c)

Bulimia Nervosa

d)

Diarrhea

61.

It is oftentimes caused by fecal obstruction, an infection in the body, or, occasionally, by intestinal worms.

a)

Diabetes

b)

Appendicitis

c)

Bulimia Nervosa

d)

Diarrhea

62.

What is digestive system disease?

a)

A disorder of structure in stomach

b)

A disorder of structure in the digestive system

c)

A malfunction of the digestive system organ

d)

A malfunction of the intestine caused by virus or bacteria

e)

A malfunction of digestive system tissue structure

63.

Which one is not the disease that occur in the digestive system?

a)

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

b)

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

c)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

d)

Celiac Disease

e)

Lung Disease

64.

What are the symptoms of GERD?

a)

Heartburn

b)

Regurgitation

c)

Diarrhea

d)

Swallowing difficulty

e)

Headache

65.

What is the difference between Gastritis and Gastroenteritis?

a)

Gastritis affects stomach and intestines while gastroenteritis affects intestines

b)

Gastritis affects intestines while gastroenteritis affects stomach and intestines

c)

Gastritis affects stomach while gastroenteritis affects stomach and intestines

d)

Gastritis affects intestines while gastroenteritis affects stomach

e)

Gastritis affects stomach while gastroenteritis affects intestines

66.

Why smoking can affect the digestive system?

a)

Smoking weakens the sphincter makes acidic juices flow into the esophagus

b)

Smoking raises the risk of having bacteria in the small intestine

c)

Smoking can make a polyp in colon that risk of being a cancer

d)

Smoking can make the liquid in the gallbladder become solid resembles stone

e)

Smoking can cause infections and inflammation in the intestines

67.
Which of the following shows the correct digestive process?
a)
stomach, esophagus, small intestine, large intestine, mouth, colon
b)
mouth, esophagus, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, colon
c)
mouth, stomach, esophagus, small intestine, large intestine, colon
d)
mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, colon
68.

Cells use substances from food being digested for energy, growth, and repair.

a)

False

b)

True

69.

What is the digestive system?

a)

A system to take out the bad stuff that's in your body

b)

A system where a certain group of organs work together to convert food into energy to feed the body

c)

A system where certain organs in the body digest the food you eat

d)

A system that the organs in the stomach make food for the body to digest.

70.

What are two possible disease that can occur from the process of the digestive system?

a)

diarrhea

b)

cancer

c)

irritable bowel syndrome

d)

bowel irritable syndrome

71.
What is Crohn's Disease?
a)
inflammation of digestive tract
b)
hard stool
c)
stomach acids flow up
d)
inflamed throat
72.
A symptom of IBS is
a)
cramping
b)
bloating
c)
gassiness
d)
all of the above
73.

Food intolerance happens _____________

a)

suddenly

b)

gradually

c)

quickly

74.

What is a natural sugar found in milk?

a)

Gluten

b)

Histamine

c)

Lactose

75.

_______ happens when the body cannot properly digest the food that is eaten

a)

food allergy

b)

heart attack

c)

food intolerance

76.
Intolerance is caused by...
a)
an infection
b)
a bite of a mosquito
c)
Deficiency of enzymes that metabolize carbohydrates
77.

True or False: It is hard to diagnose a food intolerance.

a)

True

b)

False

78.

A medical term referring to the Inflammation of the GI tract, usually the stomach and the intestines

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Colic

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

79.

Who is most likely to suffer from gastroenteritis (choose 3)

a)

Old people

b)

teenagers

c)

young children under 2

d)

the immunosuppressed

e)

adults

80.

Surgery can be used as a treatment for which disease

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Food intolerances

c)

IBD

d)

Constipation

81.

Which symptoms are found in all three diseases/ disorders: Gastroenteritis, IBD and food intolerances

a)

Diarrhoea and Cramping

b)

Fever and sweating

c)

Mucus in the stool

d)

Rashes and runny nose

82.

Digestive system disease is

a)

A digestive malfunction due to gastric acid reflux into the esophagus

b)

A digestive system disorder caused by the increase level of blood glucose

c)

A malfunction of the digestive tract caused by virus or bacteria

d)

A digestive disorder caused by the inability to digest lactose

83.

Digestive system problem that happens because acids from your stomach get pushed backward and travel up your esophagus.

a)

Heartburn

b)

GERD

c)

Lactose Intolerance

d)

IBS

84.

Bromelain is an enzyme in pineapple that is prohibited to consume because it is a strong digestive acid.

a)

True

b)

False

85.

Smoking affects the digestive system because it makes acidic juices flow into the esophagus

a)

True

b)

False

86.

Which food below that have to be avoided if someone has a lactose intolerance?

a)

Banana

b)

Garlic

c)

Mayonnaise

d)

Yogurt

87.

This is the progressive destruction of tooth tissue.

a)

Constipation

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Dental caries

d)

Appendicitis

88.

This occurs when faeces stagnate, harden

in the large intestine and are difficult to pass.

a)

Coeliac disease

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Appendicitis

d)

Constipation

89.

This occurs when the contents of the bowel

pass very rapidly into the large intestine, producing

liquid faeces.

a)

Diarrhoea

b)

Constipation

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Lactase intolerance

90.

This happens when an obstruction occurs in a hollow structure that hangs from the first part of the large intestine

a)

Constipation

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Appendicitis

d)

Coeliac disease

91.

Typical symptoms are diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, headaches and muscular pain.

a)

Constipation

b)

Appendicitis

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Lactase intolerance

92.

This disease causes the autoimmune system to attack healthy tissue in the digestive system that contains gluten.

a)

Dental caries

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Coeliac disease

93.

This occurs when the small intestine contains small amounts of the enzyme responsible for the digestion of cow's milk.

a)

Diarrhoea

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Coeliac disease

d)

Lactase intolerance

94.

This is the progressive destruction of tooth tissue.

a)

Constipation

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Dental caries

d)

Appendicitis

95.

This occurs when faeces stagnate, harden

in the large intestine and are difficult to pass.

a)

Coeliac disease

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Appendicitis

d)

Constipation

96.

This occurs when the contents of the bowel

pass very rapidly into the large intestine, producing

liquid faeces.

a)

Diarrhoea

b)

Constipation

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Lactase intolerance

97.

This happens when an obstruction occurs in a hollow structure that hangs from the first part of the large intestine

a)

Constipation

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Appendicitis

d)

Coeliac disease

98.

Typical symptoms are diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, headaches and muscular pain.

a)

Constipation

b)

Appendicitis

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Lactase intolerance

99.

This disease causes the autoimmune system to attack healthy tissue in the digestive system that contains gluten.

a)

Dental caries

b)

Diarrhoea

c)

Gastroenteritis

d)

Coeliac disease

100.

This occurs when the small intestine contains small amounts of the enzyme responsible for the digestion of cow's milk.

a)

Diarrhoea

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Coeliac disease

d)

Lactase intolerance

101.

Constipation is having less than ____ bowel movements per week.

a)

2

b)

5

c)

3

d)

7

102.

Symptoms of constipation do NOT include _______.

a)

dry and hard feces

b)

bleeding during bowel movements

c)

gas

d)

bloating

103.

Besides eating more fibre to treat constipation, one can also take a histamine blocker.

a)

True

b)

False

104.

Diarrhea is caused by pathogens.

a)

True

b)

False

105.

The purpose of the diarrhea is to ______.

a)

Allow the harmful organisms to stop moving through the body.

b)

Quickly expel the harmful bacteria from the gut..

c)

Slow down the growth of the harmful organisms in the body.

d)

Slow down the movement of the harmful organisms in the gut.

106.

In diarrhea, why is the feces watery?

a)

Very little water is absorbed in the small intestine

b)

Very little water is absorbed in the large intestine

c)

Much water is absorbed in the small intestine

d)

Much water is absorbed in the large intestine

107.

Which is NOT a treatment for diarrhea?

a)

Hydrate yourself

b)

Take in extra fibre

c)

Take imodium

d)

Take peptobismol

108.

Which of these disorders is caused by eating too quickly or not chewing properly?

a)

Heartburn

b)

Diarrhea

c)

Ulcers

d)

Constipation

109.

Excess gastric juice produced during heartburn causes more _____ to be produced.

a)

Chyme

b)

Protein

c)

Fatty Acid and Glycerol

d)

Acid

110.

The treatment for heartburn, taking antacids, helps to decrease acid production.

a)

True

b)

False

111.

Symptoms of indigestion does NOT include _____.

a)

Bloating

b)

Nausea

c)

Headache

d)

Abdominal Pain

112.

Not eating enough food can cause indigestion.

a)

True

b)

False

113.

High fatty foods can cause indigestion.

a)

True

b)

False

114.

A sore caused by excess acid in the stomach wearing away the stomach lining.

a)

Appendicitis

b)

Heartburn

c)

Ulcer

d)

Indigestion

115.

What causes the sore in the stomach wall?

a)

Worrying

b)

Eating too much

c)

Eating too fast

d)

High fatty foods

116.

Appendicitis is the _________ of the appendix.

a)

Enlargement

b)

Inflammation

c)

Burning

d)

Control

117.

What causes appendicitis to occur?

a)

Buildup of acid by the appendix

b)

Acidic environments of the appendix

c)

Buildup of germs and bacteria in the appendix

d)

Buildup of feces in the appendix

118.

What is the treatment for appendicitis?

a)

Surgical removal

b)

Medication to stop infection

c)

Antacids to neutralize area

d)

Intake of fibre

119.

Constipation is having less than ____ bowel movements per week.

a)

2

b)

5

c)

3

d)

7

120.

Symptoms of constipation do NOT include _______.

a)

dry and hard feces

b)

bleeding during bowel movements

c)

gas

d)

bloating

121.

Besides eating more fibre to treat constipation, one can also take a histamine blocker.

a)

True

b)

False

122.

Diarrhea is caused by pathogens.

a)

True

b)

False

123.

The purpose of the diarrhea is to ______.

a)

Allow the harmful organisms to stop moving through the body.

b)

Quickly expel the harmful bacteria from the gut..

c)

Slow down the growth of the harmful organisms in the body.

d)

Slow down the movement of the harmful organisms in the gut.

124.

In diarrhea, why is the feces watery?

a)

Very little water is absorbed in the small intestine

b)

Very little water is absorbed in the large intestine

c)

Much water is absorbed in the small intestine

d)

Much water is absorbed in the large intestine

125.

Which is NOT a treatment for diarrhea?

a)

Hydrate yourself

b)

Take in extra fibre

c)

Take imodium

d)

Take peptobismol

126.

Which of these disorders is caused by eating too quickly or not chewing properly?

a)

Heartburn

b)

Diarrhea

c)

Ulcers

d)

Constipation

127.

Excess gastric juice produced during heartburn causes more _____ to be produced.

a)

Chyme

b)

Protein

c)

Fatty Acid and Glycerol

d)

Acid

128.

The treatment for heartburn, taking antacids, helps to decrease acid production.

a)

True

b)

False

129.

Symptoms of indigestion does NOT include _____.

a)

Bloating

b)

Nausea

c)

Headache

d)

Abdominal Pain

130.

Not eating enough food can cause indigestion.

a)

True

b)

False

131.

High fatty foods can cause indigestion.

a)

True

b)

False

132.

A sore caused by excess acid in the stomach wearing away the stomach lining.

a)

Appendicitis

b)

Heartburn

c)

Ulcer

d)

Indigestion

133.

What causes the sore in the stomach wall?

a)

Worrying

b)

Eating too much

c)

Eating too fast

d)

High fatty foods

134.

Appendicitis is the _________ of the appendix.

a)

Enlargement

b)

Inflammation

c)

Burning

d)

Control

135.

What causes appendicitis to occur?

a)

Buildup of acid by the appendix

b)

Acidic environments of the appendix

c)

Buildup of germs and bacteria in the appendix

d)

Buildup of feces in the appendix

136.

What is the treatment for appendicitis?

a)

Surgical removal

b)

Medication to stop infection

c)

Antacids to neutralize area

d)

Intake of fibre

137.

The alimentary canal is how many feet long? (From mouth to anus)

a)

10

b)

20

c)

30

d)

40

138.

Bile is formed in the ____________.

a)

liver

b)

gallbladder

c)

appendix

d)

pancreas

139.

Name for an inflamed liver

a)

diverticulitis

b)

hepatitis

c)

cholecystitis

d)

cirrhosis

140.

Backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus

a)

gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

b)

hiatal hernia

c)

pyloric stenosis

d)

heartburn

141.

sore in the lining of the stomach

a)

diverticulitis

b)

peptic ulcer

c)

gastric ulcer

d)

occult

142.

inflamed gallbladder

a)

cholecystitis

b)

hepatitis

c)

diverticulitis

d)

gastritis

143.

weak cardiac sphincter that allows contents in stomach to move up into esophagus

a)

pyloric stenosis

b)

heartburn

c)

hiatal hernia

d)

gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

144.

Most common symptom of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

a)

constipation

b)

diarrhea

c)

heartburn

d)

nausea

145.

protrusion of stomach above diaphragm

a)

peptic ulcer

b)

pyloric stenosis

c)

diverticulitis

d)

hiatal hernia

146.

connective tissue replaces normal liver tissue

a)

fatty liver disease

b)

cirrhosis

c)

hepatitis

d)

liver cancer

147.

inflamed colon wall

a)

diverticulitis

b)

hepatitis

c)

enteritis

d)

appendicitis

148.

narrowing of passageway from stomach to small intestine

a)

duodenum

b)

cardiac sphincter

c)

colitis

d)

pyloric stenosis

149.

inflammation of intestine caused by bacteria or a viral infection

a)

enteritis

b)

gastritis

c)

appendicitis

d)

diverticulosis

150.

periodontal disease is a bacterial infection of the _____.

a)

pancreas

b)

peritoneum

c)

liver

d)

gums

151.

A medical term referring to the Inflammation of the GI tract, usually the stomach and the intestines

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Colic

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

152.

Severe, often fluctuating pain in the abdomen caused by intestinal gas or obstruction in the intestines

a)

Gastroenteritis

b)

Colic

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

153.

Occurs when strange objects are unsuccessful in getting out of the intestinal tract.

a)

Resection and Anastomosis

b)

Colic

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

154.

Describes a condition in which one segment of the intestine telescopes into an adjacent part of the intestines

a)

Resection and Anastomosis

b)

Colic

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

155.

A condition in which waste is remaining in the colon causing the colon to become abnormally enlarged

a)

Resection and Anastomosis

b)

Megacolon

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

156.

Removing a part of the intestines and reconnecting the remaining ends

a)

Resection and Anastomosis

b)

Megacolon

c)

Foreign Body

d)

Intussusception

157.

All of these BUT ___________ cause vomiting

a)

Foreign Body

b)

Gastroenteritis

c)

Intussusception

d)

Colic

158.

Requires manually removing feces from the patient

a)

Foreign Body

b)

Megacolon

c)

Intussusception

d)

Colic

159.

Constipation is having less than ____ bowel movements per week.

a)

2

b)

5

c)

3

d)

7

160.

Symptoms of constipation do NOT include _______.

a)

dry and hard feces

b)

bleeding during bowel movements

c)

gas

d)

bloating

161.

Besides eating more fibre to treat constipation, one can also take a histamine blocker.

a)

True

b)

False

162.

Diarrhea is caused by pathogens.

a)

True

b)

False

163.

The purpose of the diarrhea is to ______.

a)

Allow the harmful organisms to stop moving through the body.

b)

Quickly expel the harmful bacteria from the gut..

c)

Slow down the growth of the harmful organisms in the body.

d)

Slow down the movement of the harmful organisms in the gut.

164.

In diarrhea, why is the feces watery?

a)

Very little water is absorbed in the small intestine

b)

Very little water is absorbed in the large intestine

c)

Much water is absorbed in the small intestine

d)

Much water is absorbed in the large intestine

165.

Which is NOT a treatment for diarrhea?

a)

Hydrate yourself

b)

Take in extra fibre

c)

Take imodium

d)

Take peptobismol

166.

Which of these disorders is caused by eating too quickly or not chewing properly?

a)

Heartburn

b)

Diarrhea

c)

Ulcers

d)

Constipation

167.

Excess gastric juice produced during heartburn causes more _____ to be produced.

a)

Chyme

b)

Protein

c)

Fatty Acid and Glycerol

d)

Acid

168.

The treatment for heartburn, taking antacids, helps to decrease acid production.

a)

True

b)

False

169.

Symptoms of indigestion does NOT include _____.

a)

Bloating

b)

Nausea

c)

Headache

d)

Abdominal Pain

170.

Not eating enough food can cause indigestion.

a)

True

b)

False

171.

High fatty foods can cause indigestion.

a)

True

b)

False

172.

A sore caused by excess acid in the stomach wearing away the stomach lining.

a)

Appendicitis

b)

Heartburn

c)

Ulcer

d)

Indigestion

173.

What causes the sore in the stomach wall?

a)

Worrying

b)

Eating too much

c)

Eating too fast

d)

High fatty foods

174.

Appendicitis is the _________ of the appendix.

a)

Enlargement

b)

Inflammation

c)

Burning

d)

Control

175.

What causes appendicitis to occur?

a)

Buildup of acid by the appendix

b)

Acidic environments of the appendix

c)

Buildup of germs and bacteria in the appendix

d)

Buildup of feces in the appendix

176.

What is the treatment for appendicitis?

a)

Surgical removal

b)

Medication to stop infection

c)

Antacids to neutralize area

d)

Intake of fibre

177.

The type of digestion which indicates reduction in the size and shape of the foods, often through biting and chewing.

a)

Chemical Digestion

b)

Mechanical Digestion

c)

Technical Digestion

d)

Activated Digestion

178.

The part of the digestive system responsible for crushing and grinding food.

a)

Tongue

b)

Salivary Glands

c)

Teeth

d)

Pharynx

179.

A J-shape expandable organ where the esophagus empties food.

a)

Pharynx

b)

Mouth

c)

Kidney

d)

Stomach

180.

The strong acid produced by the stomach that softens fibrous foods and kills most of the microorganisms.

a)

Muriatic acid

b)

Hydrochloric acid

c)

Acetic acid

d)

Salicylic acid

181.

The part of the digestive system in which the final digestion and absorption takes place.

a)

Stomach

b)

Small Intestine

c)

Large Intestine

d)

Pancreas

182.

This is a muscular tube that conveys food from the pharynx to the stomach

a)

Esophagus

b)

Pancreas

c)

Intestinal Glands

d)

Colon

183.

A type of essential nutrient that is initially digested in the mouth through the enzyme ptyalin

a)

Protein

b)

Fats

c)

Lipids

d)

Carbohydrates

184.

A type of essential nutrient found in fish, pork, beef and milk and which help build body tissues.

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Proteins

c)

Fats

d)

Lipids

185.

The enzyme found in the stomach that turns proteins to small polypeptides

a)

Pepsin

b)

Amylase

c)

Erepsin

d)

Water

186.

The disorder caused by backflowing of acidic gastric juice into the esophagus.

a)

Indigestion

b)

Diarrhea

c)

Gastritis

d)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

187.

These are sores or lesions that form in lining of the stomach or the duodenum.

a)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

b)

Peptic Ulcers

c)

Indigestion

d)

Flatulence

188.

This condition is characterized by increased bowel movement per day. In such condition the stool is watery and the person suffers abdominal cramps, pain and vomiting.

a)

Gastritis

b)

Diarrhea

c)

Flatulence

d)

Constipation

189.

A condition wherein you feel as if your stomach is growling. There is abdominal pain and you feel bloated and nauseated.

a)

Diarrhea

b)

Gastritis

c)

Indigestion

d)

Constipation

190.

This is a symptom characterized by the frequent passage of stools caused by contaminated food and water or an intestinal disorder, like the irritation of the colon.

a)

Indigestion

b)

Gastritis

c)

Diarrhea

d)

Appendicitis

191.

A condition in which there is difficult and incomplete passage of stool or fecal materials and the infrequent bowel movements (less than three bowel movements per week)

a)

Appendicitis

b)

Indigestion

c)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

d)

Constipation

192.

A type of bacteria which commonly cause of gastric ulcer.

a)

Helicopter pylori

b)

Helicobacter pylori

c)

Hector pylori

d)

Helicobacter pyeri

193.

The following are practices in taking care of the digestive system except

a)

Eating a lot of fibrous foods like fruits and vegetables

b)

Defecating regularly to get rid of solid wastes

c)

Drinking plenty of water to help avoid constipation

d)

Chewing the food fast while talking.

194.

The digestive enzyme found in the saliva is called

a)

Gastric amylase

b)

Ptyalin

c)

Salivary protease

d)

Pancreatic amylase

195.

The type of enzyme that readily acts on tiny fat particles

a)

Amylase

b)

Maltase

c)

Lipase

d)

Protease

196.

The tiny fingerlike projections found in the epithelial lining of the intestinal wall are called:

a)

Villain

b)

Villi

c)

Veal

d)

Vain

197.

Which of the following are the accessory organs of the digestive system?

a)

Liver and Spleen

b)

Liver and Pancreas

c)

Mouth and Liver

d)

Esophagus and Small intestine

198.

A wave-like contractions that begins in the middle portion of the esophagus.

a)

Peristalsis

b)

Swallowing

c)

Mechanical Digestion

d)

Chemical Digestion

199.

This prevents the backflow of food

a)

Sphincter

b)

Bladder

c)

Bile

d)

Villi

200.

Where protein is first chemically digested

a)

Stomach

b)

Mouth

c)

Small Intestine

d)

Large Intestine

201.

The accessory organ that produces bile.

a)

Pancreas

b)

Liver

c)

Tongue

d)

Pharynx