NCLEX Questions Gastrointestinal System Related

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Cholecystokinin (CCK):

  • A. is secreted by the gastric antrum.
  • B. is inhibited by excess fat in the duodenum.
  • C. Stimulates pancreatic acini to secrete enzymes.
  • D. inhibits gallbladder evacuation.
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because Cholecystokinin (CCK) is a hormone secreted by the duodenum in response to the presence of fats and proteins. It stimulates the pancreatic acini to secrete digestive enzymes such as lipase and proteases. This helps in the digestion and absorption of fats and proteins. The other choices are incorrect because A is false - CCK is secreted by the duodenum, not the gastric antrum. B is false - CCK is actually stimulated by the presence of fats in the duodenum. D is false - CCK actually stimulates gallbladder contraction to release bile, aiding in fat digestion.