Question 1

The primary function of the stomach is to

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A)   break down fats.
B)   store food, churn, and begin digestion.
C)   absorb major nutrients.
D)   package feces.
E)   eliminate water and tissue fluid.F) B) and D)
G) D) and E) B

Question 2

The BMI is useful because it tells you how much of your weight is due to adipose tissue regardless of your fitness, bone structure, or gender.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

The small lymphatic capillaries that reside in the small intestines and absorb fats are known as

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A)   mesenteries.
B)   lacteals.
C)   gastric glands.
D)   duodenal pits.
E)   microvilli.F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 4

The main symptoms of lactose intolerance are

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A)   internal bleeding and headaches.
B)   dehydration and itching.
C)   diarrhea and itching.
D)   diarrhea and bloating.
E)   shortness of breath and bloating.F) None of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 5

What type of hepatitis is usually acquired through blood transfusions or sexual contact?

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A)   B
B)   A
C)   C
D)   D
E)   EF) D) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 6

Today, physicians and dentists are concerned that gum disease is linked to ___________.

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A)   neurological disorders
B)   peritonitis
C)   vitamin deficiencies
D)   cardiovascular disease
E)   asthmaF) A) and D)
G) A) and C) D

Question 7

Which of the following is not a function of the liver?

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A)   It helps regulate blood cholesterol levels.
B)   It secretes digestive enzymes into the small intestine.
C)   It removes iron and certain vitamins from the blood and stores them.
D)   It removes poisonous substances from the blood and detoxifies them.
E)   It produces bile.F) B) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 8

Mr. Staub was rushed to the hospital because he had intense pain in his chest. After running tests on Mr. Staub it was determined that it was not suffering from a heart attack but from

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A)   diverticulitis.
B)   gastroesophageal reflux disease.
C)   gingivitis.
D)   peridontitis.
E)   inflammatory bowel syndrome.F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 9

There is a hormone produced by the stomach that feeds back and acts on the stomach.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The glottis closes off the larynx so the bolus of food enters the esophagus and not the trachea.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following is a digestive hormone that causes the liver to increase its production of bile and the gallbladder to release stored bile?

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A)   GIP
B)   CCK
C)   HCl
D)   ATP
E)   NADF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 12

Constipation can be treated by adding fiber to the diet.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Chad was concerned about eating foods with a high glycemic index because these foods

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A)   can cause LDL levels to increase.
B)   can cause HDL levels to decrease.
C)   can cause fatty acids to build up.
D)   can cause a rapid increase in blood glucose.
E)   can cause a sudden drop in blood glucose levels.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

Why is bile a yellowish-greenish color?

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A)   It contains pancreatic juices.
B)   It contains bilirubin.
C)   It contains biliverdin.
D)   It contains chlorophyll.
E)   It contains cholesterol.F) B) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 15

Which of the following is not a function of the digestive system?

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A)   to ingest food
B)   to digest food into small nutrients so that the molecules can pass through membranes
C)   to absorb nutrient molecules
D)   to eliminate indigestible remains
E)   to protect against pathogensF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

Today, obesity is often defined as having a body mass index of 20 or greater.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is not produced by the pancreas?

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A)   bile
B)   sodium bicarbonate
C)   amylase
D)   trypsin
E)   lipaseF) D) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 18

Recent studies of an oyster-rich bay indicated a high coliform count. What should the fisheries officers do?

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A)   Nothing. A high coliform count is normal.
B)   Nothing. This is good for oyster production.
C)   Shut down the bay. This is harmful to humans who eat the oysters.
D)   Shut down the bay. This is harmful to the oysters.
E)   Nothing. A high coliform count would be beneficial to humans who ate the oysters.F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 19

Which of the following is not found in/on the tongue?

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A)   muscle
B)   dentin
C)   taste buds
D)   mucous membrane
E)   sensory receptorsF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 20

Which vitamin is fat soluble?

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A)   vitamin C
B)   vitamin E
C)   vitamin B6
D)   vitamin B12
E)   biotinF) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

Exam 8: Digestive System and Nutrition

The primary function of the stomach is to

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The BMI is useful because it tells you how much of your weight is due to adipose tissue regardless of your fitness, bone structure, or gender.

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The small lymphatic capillaries that reside in the small intestines and absorb fats are known as

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The main symptoms of lactose intolerance are

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What type of hepatitis is usually acquired through blood transfusions or sexual contact?

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Today, physicians and dentists are concerned that gum disease is linked to ___________.

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Which of the following is not a function of the liver?

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Mr. Staub was rushed to the hospital because he had intense pain in his chest. After running tests on Mr. Staub it was determined that it was not suffering from a heart attack but from

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There is a hormone produced by the stomach that feeds back and acts on the stomach.

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The glottis closes off the larynx so the bolus of food enters the esophagus and not the trachea.

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Which of the following is a digestive hormone that causes the liver to increase its production of bile and the gallbladder to release stored bile?

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Constipation can be treated by adding fiber to the diet.

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Chad was concerned about eating foods with a high glycemic index because these foods

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Why is bile a yellowish-greenish color?

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Which of the following is not a function of the digestive system?

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Today, obesity is often defined as having a body mass index of 20 or greater.

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Which of the following is not produced by the pancreas?

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Recent studies of an oyster-rich bay indicated a high coliform count. What should the fisheries officers do?

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Which of the following is not found in/on the tongue?

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Which vitamin is fat soluble?

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