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Chapter: 5 / Q: 19
In addition to its absorptive and digestive roles, the small bowel also plays a significant role in the body’s immune system. Gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) represents a major division of the immune system. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the immunologic functions
Chapter: 5 / Q: 20
During the fasting state, a well-defined pattern of small bowel electrical activity occurs which is known as the interdigestive myoelectric complex or the migrating motor complex (MMC). Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the MMC?
Chapter: 5 / Q: 21
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the anatomy of the small intestine?
Chapter: 5 / Q: 22
Historically, the small intestine was presumed to have only digestive and absorptive function. However, in the last decade the small intestine has become recognized as the body’s largest endocrine organ, producing a number of hormones, neurotransmitters, and paracrine substances
Chapter: 5 / Q: 23
The enterohepatic circulation refers to the circular flow of bile through the small intestine and liver. Which of the following statement(s) concerning the absorption of bile salts is/are correct?
Chapter: 5 / Q: 24
The most obvious function of the GI tract is digestion and absorption of food for continued growth and survival of the organism. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning small bowel absorption?
Chapter: 5 / Q: 25
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the pathophysiology of small bowel obstruction?
Chapter: 5 / Q: 26
A 45-year-old man with a history of previous right hemicolectomy for colon cancer presents with colicky abdominal pain which has become constant over the last few hours. He has marked abdominal distension and has had only minimal vomiting of a feculent material. His abdomen is diffusely tender
Chapter: 5 / Q: 27
In the patient described above, the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the possible etiology of bowel obstruction
Chapter: 5 / Q: 28
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning laboratory tests which might be obtained in the patient discussed above?
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