Chapter 9: Digestive System Flashcards

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mouthlike opening

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other name for digestive system includes all structures of the alimentary canal, from the mouth to the anus, and the accessory organs. Two key functions: digestion and excretion

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first or most proximal part of the digestive system, the mouth

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taking a bite of food

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chewing and tongue and teeth aiding in the process of breaking food down into smaller and smaller parts

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moistens food secreted from three different salivary glands contains ptyalin, a chemical that starts to break down starches

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helps form chewed food into bolus allows us to taste food, specific areas identify sweet, salty, sour, and bitter flavors

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a rounded mass ready to be swallowed

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small, finger shaped portion of soft tissue that hangs from the upper back of the mouth. Prevents food from entering the nasal avity while we eat.

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tissue that is shaped something like a funnel at the back of the mouth

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long, tube-like structure that passes through the diaphragm and connects to the stomach

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small flap of cartilage covered with epithelial tissue, covers the trachea when we swallow to prevent food from entering the respiratory tract

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muscular contractions that move the food bolus downward into the stomach

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also called cardiac sphincter because of its location near the heart LES acts as a doorway between the esophagus and the stomach and prevents the backflow of gastric secretions

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membrane that lines the abdominal cavity that contains the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus

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folds that line the inside of the stomach that allow the stomach to expand when we eat a large amount of food

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upper portion of the stomach mostly area for holding food

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middle portion of the stomach mostly area for holding food

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lower portion of the stomach most of the activity of the stomach occurs in the pylorus

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very acidic, average pH of 1.7 act on food to continue breaking it down and preparing it for absorption within the intestines

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a more-liquid material made up of chewed food, saliva, and digestive juices

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lies between the pylorus and the small intestine. acts as the stomach's exit way and releases chyme into the small intestine a little at a time

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relatively narrow tube-like structure around 20 feet in the average adult three parts duodenum (upper portion) jejunum (middle portion) ileum (end portion)

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upper portion of the small intestine

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middle portion of the small intestine

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end portion of the small intestine

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tiny, fingerlike structures surrounded by capillaries and lymphatic vessels line the small intestine and increase the surface area, allowing greater absorption of water and nutrients into the blood

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products of digestion pass from the small intestine to the large intestine through this valve

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first part of the large intestine

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small tube-like structure that hangs from the cecum in the right lower quadrant (RLQ) of the abdomen may serve as a storage facility for normal bacteria, which may serve to repopulate the GI tract if normal bacteria are eliminated occasionally becomes clogged with intestinal matter and then becomes inflamed and infected.

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progresses upward from the cecum, takes a 90-degree turn where it nears the top of the abdomen, beneath the liver

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where the colon passes horizontally across the uppermost part of the abdomen

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takes a 90 degree turn, beneath the spleen, and heads down along the left side of the abdomen

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takes a gentle turn inward, which descends into the rectum and then the anus

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waste product

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process of excreting feces

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located in the upper right and center of the abdominal cavity is the largest glandular organ of the body functions include digestion, absorption, storage, and excretion

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a sac, 3 to 4 inches long, on the inner surface of the liver. connected to the common bile duct, which also connects to the duodenum acts as a storage pouch for bile, which it secretes into the duodenum through the common bile duct when we eat fatty food to break down those fats for digestion and absorption

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An organ that secretes substances that neutralize stomach acids and break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates *** long, somewhat flat organ that lies just behind and beneath the stomach specialized cells called the islets of Langerhans two types include alpha and beta cells connected to the hepatic duct via the pancreatic duct at the duodenum secrets several substances into the duodenum through the pancreatic duct and directly into the bloodstream through capillaries of the islets of Langerhans. Sodium bicarbonate acts to neutralize stomach acid pancreatic enzymes trypsin: breaks down proteins lipase: breaks down fats amylase: breaks down carbohydrates cells of islets of Langerhans also secrete hormones insulin and glucagon, which work together to regulate blood glucose levels after we eat insulin is created by beta cells in response to rising blood glucose levels after we eat, binds to glucose molecules in the blood which then allows them to diffuse into the tissues and enter cells to provide energy Glucagon is secreted by alpha cells in response to dropping blood glucose levels stimulates the liver to release a storage form of glucose called glycogen. liver then convers the glycogen into glucose for energy

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In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. In type 2 diabetes, the body does not use insulin properly.

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anus anal (Ā-năl) pertaining to the anus

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appendix appendectomy (ăp-ĕn-DĔK-tŏ-mē) excision or surgical removal of the appendix

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appendix appendicitis (ă-pĕn-dĭ-SĪ-tĭs) inflammation of the appendix

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bile biliary (BĬL-ē-ār-ē) pertaining to bile

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cheek buccogingival (bŭk-kō-JĬN-jĭ-văl) pertaining to the cheek and gums

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cecum cecectomy (sē-SĔK-tō-mē) excision or surgical removal of the cecum

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lip cheiloplasty (KĪ-lō-plas-tē) surgical repair of the lip

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lip labiodental (lā-bē-ō-DĔN-tăl) pertaining to the lips and teeth

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bile, gall cholecystitis (kō-lē-sis-TĪ-tus) inflammation of the gallbladder

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bile duct cholangiography (kō-lan-jē-ŎG-ră-fē) process of recording a bile duct

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gallbladder cholecystectomy (kō-lē-sĭs-TĔK-tŏ-mē) excision or surgical removal of the gallbladder

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common bile duct choledocholith (kō-LĔD-ŏ-kō-lĭth) stone of the common bile duct

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colon colectomy (kō-LĔK-tŏ-mē) excision or surgical removal of the colon

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colon colonoscopy (kō-lŏn-ŎS-kō-pē) visual examination of the colon

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teeth dental (DĔN-tăl) pertaining to the teeth

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teeth odontodynia (ō-dŏn-tŏ-DĬN-ē-ă) pain of the teeth

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duodenum duodenoscopy (dū-ŏd-ĕ-NŎS-kō-pē) visual examination of the duodenum

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small intestine enteritis (ĕn-tĕr-Ī-tĭs) inflammation of the small intestine

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esophagus esophagostenosis (ē-sŏf-ă-gō-stĕn-Ō-sĭs) narrowing or stricture of the esophagus

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stomach gastralgia (găs-TRĂL-jē-ă) pain of the stomach

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gums gingivoglossitis (jĭn-jĭ-vō-glŏs-SĪ-tĭs) inflammation of the gums and tongue

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tongue glossokinesthetic (glŏs-ō-kĭn-es-THĔT-ĭk) pertaining to tongue movement

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tongue sublingual (sŭb-LĬNG-gwăl) pertaining to beneath the tongue

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liver hepatitis (hĕp-ă-TĪ-tĭs) inflammation of the liver

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ileum ileotomy (ĭl-ē-ŎT-ō-mē) cutting into or incision of the ileum

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jejunum jejunostomy (jē-jū-NŎS-tō-mē) mouthlike opening into the jejunum

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abdomen, abdominal wall laparoscope (LĂP-ă-rō-skōp) instrument used to view inside the abdominal cavity

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mouth oral (ŌR-ăl) pertaining to the mouth

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pancreas pancreatitis (păn-krē-ă-TĪ-tĭs) inflammation of the pancreas

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digestion peptic (PĔP-tĭk) pertaining to digestion

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eating, swallowing phagocyte (FĂG-ō-sīt) eating cell (specialized type of WBC)

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pharynx pharyngeal (făr-ĬN-jē-ăl) pertaining to the pharynx

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rectum, anus proctoscopy (prŏk-TŎS-kō-pē) visual examination of the rectum and/or anus

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pylorus pylorostenosis (pĭ-lōr-ō-stĕn-Ō-sĭs) narrowing or stricture of the pylorus

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rectum rectal (RĔK-tăl) pertaining to the rectum

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saliva, salivary gland sialolithiasis (sī-ă-lō-lĭ-THĪ-ă-sĭs) pathological condition of a salivary-gland stone

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sigmoid colon sigmoidoscope (sĭg-MOY-dō-skōp) viewing instrument for the sigmoid colon

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fat steatorrhea (stē-ă-to-RĒ-ă) flow or discharge of fat (fatty stool)

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mouth, mouthlike opening stomatitis (stō-mă-TĪ-tĭs) inflammation of the mouth

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bowel movement

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bathroom privileges

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esophagogastroduodenoscopy

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endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography

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gastroesophageal reflux disease

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gastrointestinal

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inflammatory bowel disease

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irritable bowel syndrome

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liver function test

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nausea and vomiting

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nasogastric

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nothing by mouth

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per rectum

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peptic ulcer disease

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small bowel obstruction

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upper GI x-ray

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dilation and expansion of the lower esophagus, due to pressure from food accumulation

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physical and psychiatric disorder that involves a combination of an intense fear of weight gain, distorted body image, and self-imposed starvation

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inflammation of the appendix

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accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal (abdominal) cavity

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partial or complete blockage of the small or large intestine; common causes include volvulus, intussusception, tumors, and adhesions (scar tissue)

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physical and psychiatric disorder that involves a combination of obsessively eating huge quantities of food with purging behaviors

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infection with Campylobacter organisms via contaminated food or water, resulting in intestinal illness

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disorder in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged due to dietary factors, resulting in impaired nutrient absorption

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inflammation of the gallbladder, usually secondary to the presence of gallstones

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condition in which gallstones are present in the gallbladder, liver, or biliary ducts

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chronic liver disease characterized by scarring and loss of normal structure

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disorder involving inflammation and edema deep into the layers of the lining of any part of the GI tract; also called regional enteritis

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inflammation of one or more diverticula (tiny pouches in the intestinal wall)

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condition in which diverticula form in the intestinal wall due to increased pressure

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dangerous strain of Escherichia coli that produces toxins that can severely damage the intestinal lining, resulting in bloody diarrhea

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varicose veins of the distal end of the esophagus

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inflammation of the esophageal lining

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common term for several illnesses caused by eating food contaminated with bacterial or toxic organisms; sometimes called dysentery

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inflammation of the stomach’s mucosal lining

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inflammation of the stomach and intestines; often referred to as the stomach flu (although influenza is not the cause)

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backflow of acidic gastric contents into the esophagus, causing esophagitis

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internal or external varicose veins of the anal area

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chronic inflammation of the liver, caused by one of several viruses (types A, B, C, D, or E)

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protrusion of a structure through the wall that normally contains it

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protrusion of a portion of the stomach through the diaphragm into the chest cavity; also called hiatus hernia

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slipping or telescoping of a portion of the bowel into itself

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chronic condition characterized by alternating episodes of constipation and diarrhea

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condition marked by yellow staining of body tissues and fluids as a result of excessive levels of bilirubin in the blood

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inadequate absorption of nutrients from the intestinal tract, especially the small intestine

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nutritional deficiency due to inadequate intake or absorption of protein, vitamins, minerals, or other vital nutrients

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vesicular eruption in or on the mouth caused by herpesvirus; also called herpes labialis or cold sore

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infection of the skin or mucous membrane with any species of candida, but mainly Candida albicans; also called candidiasis

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acute or chronic inflammation of the pancreas

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inflamed lesion in the gastric or duodenal lining

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inflammation of the organs and structures within the peritoneal cavity

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inflammatory condition of both small and large bowels that results in severe watery diarrhea; also commonly called C. diff. colitis

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intestinal infection caused by various types of salmonella organisms

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malabsorption and malnutrition disorder created by the loss of a significant portion of functioning bowel

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blockage of normal passage of intestinal contents

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chronic inflammatory disease of the lining of the colon and rectum marked by up to 20 liquid, bloody stools per day

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twisting of the bowel upon itself, causing obstruction

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Enema containing a substance that shows up clearly under x-ray and fluoroscopic examination

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X-ray examination of the esophagus after the patient has swallowed a liquid that contains barium

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Computerized collection and translation of multiple x-rays into a three-dimensional picture, creating a more-detailed and accurate image than traditional x-rays

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Radiographic examination through a fiber-optic endoscope of vessels that connect the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas to the duodenum after injection of a radiopaque material

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Test of fecal specimen for presence of hidden blood

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Test of gastric contents for pH level and presence of blood

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Test that detects the presence of antibodies to Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), the most common cause of gastric ulcers

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Exploration of abdominal contents with a laparoscope

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Tests, including aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT), that determine the liver’s ability to perform its many complex functions

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Visual examination of the GI tract from the rectum to cecum; variations include the colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and proctoscopy

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X-ray of the large intestine after rectal instillation of barium sulfate

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Examination of a fecal specimen for abnormal bacteria and other microorganisms

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Test in which ultrahigh-frequency sound waves are used to outline the shapes of various body structures

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Visual examination of the GI tract, from the esophagus to duodenum

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X-ray that involves the use of a contrast medium to help visualize abdominal organs, including the stomach and esophagus

Chapter 9: Digestive System Flashcards

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