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Which of the following structures is a common passageway for both food and air?
- A. Nasopharynx
- B. Oropharynx
- C. Esophagus
- D. Trachea
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The oropharynx serves as a common pathway for food (to the esophagus) and air (to the laryngopharynx and trachea), unlike the other options.
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Which structure produces a liquid called chyme to help with the digestive process?
- A. 3
- B. 2
- C. 1
- D. 4
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Structure 3 (stomach) produces chyme by mixing food with gastric juices. (Assuming typical diagram numbering; stomach is often 3.)
How should the student explain the normal function of the pancreas in the process of digestion?
- A. Produces enzymes for digestion
- B. Stores bile
- C. Secretes gastrin
- D. Absorbs nutrients
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The pancreas produces digestive enzymes (e.g., trypsin, amylase) for breaking down proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
A 70-year-old male patient is experiencing symptoms of constipation, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. Physical examination reveals visible distension of the abdomen, and a contrast study shows dilation of the large intestine. Which of the following motility disorders is the most probable cause of the patient's symptoms?
- A. Excessive peristalsis in the large intestine
- B. Impaired segmentation in the small intestine
- C. Reduced peristalsis in the large intestine
- D. Excessive segmentation in the small intestine
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reduced peristalsis in the large intestine slows transit, leading to constipation, bloating, and dilation, as seen in the contrast study.
Which division of the Enteric Nervous System is most likely to be stimulated by a pH change in the chyme?
- A. Submucosal Plexus (Meissner plexus)
- B. Myenteric Plexus (Auerbach Plexus)
- C. Both
- D. Neither
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The submucosal plexus regulates secretions and senses luminal pH changes, responding to chyme acidity.
Negative feedback can be described as...?
- A. As the concentration of the product increases it inhibits stimulation and consequently decreases product synthesis
- B. As the concentration of the product decreases it decreases stimulation and consequently further decreases product synthesis
- C. Product concentration has no effect on stimulation - another control mechanism is put in place to change rate of production
- D. As the concentration of the product increases it increases stimulation and consequently further increases product synthesis
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Negative feedback reduces the stimulus as the product accumulates, maintaining homeostasis.