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Question #1
Match the definition with the correct word part. an/o
A.
bile, gall
B.
vomiting
C.
gallbladder
D.
anus, ring
Question #2
Match the definition with the correct word part. -emesis
A.
gallbladder
B.
vomiting
C.
bile, gall
D.
colon
Question #3
Match the definition with the correct word part. chol/e
A.
colon
B.
gallbladder
C.
anus, ring
D.
bile, gall
Question #4
Match the definition with the correct word part. cholecyst/o
A.
anus, ring
B.
gallbladder
C.
bile, gall
D.
vomiting
Question #5
Match the definition with the correct word part. col/o
A.
bile, gall
B.
vomiting
C.
colon
D.
gallbladder
Question #6
Match the definition with the correct word part. enter/o
A.
liver
B.
small intestine
C.
esophagus
D.
stomach, belly
Question #7
Match the definition with the correct word part. esophag/o
A.
stomach, belly
B.
liver
C.
esophagus
D.
presence of stones
Question #8
Match the definition with the correct word part. gastr/o
A.
presence of stones
B.
liver
C.
esophagus
D.
stomach, belly
Question #9
Match the definition with the correct word part. hepat/o
A.
esophagus
B.
presence of stones
C.
liver
D.
stomach, belly
Question #10
Match the definition with the correct word part. -lithiasis
A.
stomach, belly
B.
small intestine
C.
esophagus
D.
presence of stones
Question #11
Match the definition with the correct word part. -phagia
A.
anus and rectum
B.
digestion
C.
eating, swallowing
D.
rectum, straight
Question #12
Match the definition with the correct word part. -pepsia
A.
anus and rectum
B.
digestion
C.
sigmoid colon
D.
rectum, straight
Question #13
Match the definition with the correct word part. proct/o
A.
sigmoid colon
B.
eating, swallowing
C.
anus and rectum
D.
rectum, straight
Question #14
Match the definition with the correct word part. rect/o
A.
digestion
B.
sigmoid colon
C.
rectum, straight
D.
anus and rectum
Question #15
Match the definition with the correct word part. sigmoid/o
A.
digestion
B.
sigmoid colon
C.
eating, swallowing
D.
anus and rectum
Question #16
Match the definition with the correct term. cholangitis
A.
surgical removal of the gallbladder
B.
inflammation of the gallbladder
C.
acute infection of the bile duct
D.
surgical creation of an opening between the colon and the body surface
Question #17
Match the definition with the correct term. colostomy
A.
surgical creation of an opening between the colon and the body surface
B.
surgical removal of the gallbladder
C.
inflammation of the gallbladder
D.
the presence of gallstones
Question #18
Match the definition with the correct term. cholecystectomy
A.
inflammation of the gallbladder
B.
the presence of gallstones
C.
acute infection of the bile duct
D.
surgical removal of the gallbladder
Question #19
Match the definition with the correct term. cholecystitis
A.
surgical creation of an opening between the colon and the body surface
B.
surgical removal of the gallbladder
C.
the presence of gallstones
D.
inflammation of the gallbladder
Question #20
Match the definition with the correct term. cholelithiasis
A.
surgical creation of an opening between the colon and the body surface
B.
the presence of gallstones
C.
acute infection of the bile duct
D.
surgical removal of the gallbladder
Question #21
Match the definition with the correct term. diverticulitis
A.
inflammation of diverticula
B.
difficulty in swallowing
C.
the presence of an abnormal numer of diverticula
D.
also known as indigestion
Question #22
Match the definition with the correct term. diverticulosis
A.
inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth
B.
also known as indigestion
C.
difficulty in swallowing
D.
the presence of an abnormal numer of diverticula
Question #23
Match the definition with the correct term. dyspepsia
A.
also known as indigestion
B.
inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth
C.
difficulty in swallowing
D.
the presence of an abnormal numer of diverticula
Question #24
Match the definition with the correct term. dysphagia
A.
inflammation of diverticula
B.
the presence of an abnormal numer of diverticula
C.
difficulty in swallowing
D.
inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth
Question #25
Match the definition with the correct term. stomatitis
A.
also known as indigestion
B.
the presence of an abnormal numer of diverticula
C.
inflammation of diverticula
D.
inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth
Question #26
Match the definition with the correct term. enema
A.
placement of solution into the rectum and colon for emptying
B.
professional cleaning of teeth to remove plaque and calculus
C.
medical specialty concerned with preventing obesity
D.
physical wasting away due to diseases such as AIDS
Question #27
Match the definition with the correct term. bariatrics
A.
physical wasting away due to diseases such as AIDS
B.
professional cleaning of teeth to remove plaque and calculus
C.
medical specialty concerned with preventing obesity
D.
excessive accumulation of body fat
Question #28
Match the definition with the correct term. dental prophylaxis
A.
medical specialty concerned with preventing obesity
B.
physical wasting away due to diseases such as AIDS
C.
professional cleaning of teeth to remove plaque and calculus
D.
excessive accumulation of body fat
Question #29
Match the definition with the correct term. cachexia
A.
physical wasting away due to diseases such as AIDS
B.
medical specialty concerned with preventing obesity
C.
excessive accumulation of body fat
D.
placement of solution into the rectum and colon for emptying
Question #30
Match the definition with the correct term. obesity
A.
placement of solution into the rectum and colon for emptying
B.
excessive accumulation of body fat
C.
medical specialty concerned with preventing obesity
D.
professional cleaning of teeth to remove plaque and calculus
Question #31
Match the definition with the correct term. borborygmus
A.
inflammation of the liver
B.
mushroom-like growth from the surface of a mucous membrane
C.
rumbling noise caused by intestinal gas
D.
sores that affect the mucous membranes of the digestive system
Question #32
Match the definition with the correct term. peptic ulcers
A.
inflammation of the liver
B.
sores that affect the mucous membranes of the digestive system
C.
intestinal infection caused by food contaminated with feces
D.
mushroom-like growth from the surface of a mucous membrane
Question #33
Match the definition with the correct term. polyp
A.
mushroom-like growth from the surface of a mucous membrane
B.
intestinal infection caused by food contaminated with feces
C.
sores that affect the mucous membranes of the digestive system
D.
inflammation of the liver
Question #34
Match the definition with the correct term. hepatitis
A.
sores that affect the mucous membranes of the digestive system
B.
intestinal infection caused by food contaminated with feces
C.
rumbling noise caused by intestinal gas
D.
inflammation of the liver
Question #35
Match the definition with the correct term. salmonellosis
A.
sores that affect the mucous membranes of the digestive system
B.
mushroom-like growth from the surface of a mucous membrane
C.
intestinal infection caused by food contaminated with feces
D.
inflammation of the liver
Question #36
The condition known as ____________________ is the lack of adequate saliva.
A.
xerostomia
B.
palatoplasty
C.
peristalsis
D.
hiatal hernia
Question #37
An abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity is known as ____________________.
A.
ascites
B.
antiemetic
C.
regurgitation
D.
volvulus
Question #38
A radiographic examination of the bile ducts with the use of a contrast medium is known as ____________________.
A.
palatoplasty
B.
hiatal hernia
C.
peristalsis
D.
cholangiography
Question #39
A/An ____________________ is a medication administered to prevent or stop vomiting.
A.
leukoplakia
B.
jaundice
C.
volvulus
D.
antiemetic
Question #40
A/An ____________________ is the examination of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum through a specialized endoscope.
A.
gastroduodenostomy
B.
choledocholithotomy
C.
leukoplakia
D.
esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Question #41
The condition in which there is twisting of the intestine on itself that causes an obstruction is known as ____________________.
A.
palatoplasty
B.
volvulus
C.
peristalsis
D.
hiatal hernia
Question #42
The term ____________________ describes an abnormal, white lesion that develops on the tongue or the inside of the cheek.
A.
palatoplasty
B.
leukoplakia
C.
proctologist
D.
regurgitation
Question #43
____________________ is the act of belching or raising gas orally from the stomach.
A.
Cirrhosis
B.
Eructation
C.
Peristalsis
D.
Regurgitation
Question #44
A/An ____________________ is an incision into the common bile duct for the removal of gallstones.
A.
colonoscopy
B.
choledocholithotomy
C.
gastroduodenostomy
D.
cholangiography
Question #45
The return of swallowed food into the mouth is known as ____________________.
A.
volvulus
B.
leukoplakia
C.
regurgitation
D.
jaundice
Question #46
____________________ is a chronic degenerative disease of the liver characterized by scarring.
A.
Aerophagia
B.
Cirrhosis
C.
Hemoccult
D.
Celiac
Question #47
The series of wavelike contractions of the smooth muscles in a single direction is known as ____________________.
A.
ascites
B.
peristalsis
C.
xerostomia
D.
anastomosis
Question #48
A/An ____________________ is a protrusion of part of the stomach upward into the chest through an opening in the diaphragm.
A.
hiatal hernia
B.
cirrhosis
C.
trismus
D.
peristalsis
Question #49
The surgical repair of a cleft palate or lip is known as ____________________.
A.
choledocholithotomy
B.
gastroduodenostomy
C.
cholangiography
D.
palatoplasty
Question #50
____________________ is the excessive swallowing of air while eating or drinking.
A.
Celiac
B.
Eructation
C.
Hemoccult
D.
Aerophagia
Question #51
A physician who specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus is known as a ____________________.
A.
melena
B.
enteritis
C.
proctologist
D.
trismus
Question #52
____________________ disease is an autoimmune disorder characterized by a severe reaction to foods containing gluten.
A.
Halitosis
B.
Flatulence
C.
Pyrosis
D.
Celiac
Question #53
Yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes caused by abnormal amounts of bilirubin in the blood is known as ____________________.
A.
peristalsis
B.
jaundice
C.
leukoplakia
D.
volvulus
Question #54
A/An ____________________ is the establishment of an anastomosis between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum.
A.
ascites
B.
xerostomia
C.
gastroduodenostomy
D.
cholangiography
Question #55
The condition of weighing two or three times, or more, than the ideal weight is known as ____________________.
A.
leukoplakia
B.
volvulus
C.
regurgitation
D.
morbid obesity
Question #56
A/An ____________________ is the endoscopic examination of the interior of the rectum, sigmoid colon, and possibly a portion of the descending colon.
A.
choledocholithotomy
B.
sigmoidoscopy
C.
leukoplakia
D.
gastroduodenostomy
Question #57
The term ____________________ describes extreme, persistent vomiting.
A.
hiatal hernia
B.
hyperemesis
C.
palatoplasty
D.
peristalsis
Question #58
____________________ is the placement of a feeding tube through the nose and into the stomach.
A.
Nasogastric intubation
B.
Celiac
C.
Gastroesophageal reflux
D.
Ulcerative colitis
Question #59
The term ____________________ describes any restriction to the opening of the mouth caused by trauma, surgery, or radiation associated with the treatment of oral cancer.
A.
cirrhosis
B.
peristalsis
C.
volvulus
D.
trismus
Question #60
The passage of stools with a black and tarlike appearance caused by the presence of digested blood is known as ____________________.
A.
eructation
B.
leukoplakia
C.
volvulus
D.
melena
Question #61
A/An ____________________ is a surgical connection between two hollow or tubular structures.
A.
xerostomia
B.
cholangiography
C.
ascites
D.
anastomosis
Question #62
____________________ is a chronic condition of repeated episodes of inflammation causing ulcers and irritation in the rectum and large intestine.
A.
Nasogastric intubation
B.
Gastroesophageal reflux
C.
Ulcerative colitis
D.
Eructation
Question #63
A/An ____________________ hernia is the protrusion of a small loop of bowel through a weak place in the lower abdominal wall or groin.
A.
trismus
B.
inguinal
C.
peristalsis
D.
hiatal hernia
Question #64
Enlarged and swollen veins at the lower end of the interior of the esophagus are known as ____________________.
A.
sigmoid colon
B.
descending colon
C.
esophageal varices
D.
ascending colon
Question #65
The term ____________________ describes an inflammation of the small intestine.
A.
anastomosis
B.
trismus
C.
enteritis
D.
melena
Question #66
Commonly known as cold sores or fever blisters, the medical term for this condition is ____________________.
A.
nasogastric intubation
B.
hiatal hernia
C.
herpes labialis
D.
ulcerative colitis
Question #67
____________________ disease, which is also known as GERD, is the upward flow of acid from the stomach into the esophagus.
A.
Nasogastric intubation
B.
Ulcerative colitis
C.
Gastroesophageal reflux
D.
Eructation
Question #68
The term ____________________ means the vomiting of blood.
A.
enteritis
B.
hematemesis
C.
anastomosis
D.
cheilosis
Question #69
The condition known as ____________________ is a disorder of the lips characterized by crack-like sores at the corners of the mouth.
A.
Cirrhosis
B.
trismus
C.
cheilosis
D.
peristalsis
Question #70
A/An ____________________ is the direct visual examination of the inner surface of the colon from the rectum to the cecum.
A.
choledocholithotomy
B.
choledocholithotomy
C.
cholangiography
D.
colonoscopy
Question #71
The term ____________________ describes the partial or complete blockage of the intestine caused by the complete stopping of intestinal peristalsis.
A.
anastomosis
B.
trismus
C.
ileus
D.
melena
Question #72
A/An ____________________ tube is a surgically placed feeding tube from the exterior of the body into the stomach.
A.
gastrostomy
B.
colonoscopy
C.
gastroduodenostomy
D.
sigmoidoscopy
Question #73
A/An ____________________ test is a laboratory test for hidden blood in the stools.
A.
Sigmoidoscopy
B.
Colonoscopy
C.
Hemoccult
D.
Enteritis
Question #74
Also known as canker sores, ____________________ ulcers are lesions found on the soft tissues lining the mouth.
A.
enteritis
B.
cheilosis
C.
aphthous
D.
hematemesis
Question #75
The _____ is the fourth part of the colon that joins the rectum.
A.
ascending colon
B.
transverse colon
C.
descending colon
D.
sigmoid colon
Question #76
Which condition is the earliest stage of periodontal disease?
A.
gingivitis
B.
dental caries
C.
edentulous
D.
dental calculus
Question #77
_____ is also known as bad breath.
A.
Pyrosis
B.
Flatulence
C.
Halitosis
D.
Malocclusion
Question #78
The term _____ is used to describe any disease of the mouth due to a fungus.
A.
bruxism
B.
eosinophillic esophagitis
C.
oral thrush
D.
stomatomycosis
Question #79
Which structure secretes bile?
A.
stomach
B.
pancreas
C.
liver
D.
gallbladder
Question #80
The _____ is the last and longest portion of the small intestine.
A.
ileum
B.
jejunum
C.
cecum
D.
duodenum
Question #81
The _____ is the ring-like muscle at the base of the stomach that controls the flow of partially digested food from the stomach to the duodenum of the small intestine.
A.
ileocecal sphincter
B.
lower esophageal sphincter
C.
anus
D.
pyloric sphincter
Question #82
A _____ is a small pouch, or sac, found in the lining, or wall, of a tubular organ such as the colon.
A.
strangulated hernia
B.
diverticulitis
C.
diverticulum
D.
diverticulosis
Question #83
Which term is the telescoping of one part of the small intestine into the opening of an immediately adjacent part?
A.
volvulus
B.
intussusception
C.
strangulated hernia
D.
intestinal obstruction
Question #84
A _____ is the surgical fixation of a prolapsed rectum to an adjacent tissue or organ.
A.
colectomy
B.
rectocele
C.
proctopexy
D.
hemorrhoid
Question #85
Which term describes the breaking down of body cells or substances?
A.
absorption
B.
catabolism
C.
metabolism
D.
anabolism
Question #86
The condition of involuntary clenching of the teeth during sleep is known as _____.
A.
bruxism
B.
malocclusion
C.
trismus
D.
stomatitis
Question #87
A/An _____ is a surgical incision into the colon.
A.
colectomy
B.
colotomy
C.
colostomy
D.
chyme
Question #88
Which term refers to a dental specialist who prevents or corrects malocclusion of the teeth and related facial structures?
A.
oral or maxillofacial surgeon
B.
dentist
C.
orthodontist
D.
periodontist
Question #89
_____ is a common condition of unknown cause with symptoms such as cramps, abdominal pain, constipation, and/or diarrhea.
A.
Inflammatory bowel disease
B.
Irritable bowel syndrome
C.
Dysentery
D.
Ischemic colitis
Question #90
Which term is also known as vomiting?
A.
nausea
B.
emesis
C.
regurgitation
D.
hematemesis
Question #91
Which term refers to a radiographic procedure to examine the digestive system using a barium swallow?
A.
upper GI series
B.
stool sample
C.
abdominal computed tomography
D.
abdominal ultrasound
Question #92
The presence of bright red blood in the stool is known as _____.
A.
hematemesis
B.
melena
C.
steatorrhea
D.
hematochezia
Question #93
Which term refers to the accumulation of fat in the liver of people who drink little or no alcohol?
A.
hepatitis
B.
nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
C.
nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
D.
cirrhosis
Question #94
Which type of hepatitis is transmitted mainly through contamination of food and water with infected fecal matter?
A.
hepatitis B
B.
nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
C.
hepatitis C
D.
hepatitis A
Question #95
Which term means surgical removal of all or part of the stomach?
A.
gastrectomy
B.
ileectomy
C.
diverticulectomy
D.
colectomy
Question #96
Which type of medication is given to relieve the discomfort of pyrosis or to help peptic ulcers heal?
A.
oral rehydration therapy
B.
proton pump inhibitors
C.
antacids
D.
laxatives
Question #97
_____ is a bacterial infection common to older adults in hospitals or long-term care facilities, typically following the use of antibiotics that wipe out competing bacteria.
A.
E. coli
B.
Dysentery
C.
Salmonellosis
D.
Clostridium difficile
Question #98
A/An _____ occurs when a portion of the intestine is constricted inside a hernia, cutting off its blood supply.
A.
strangulated hernia
B.
inflammatory bowel disease
C.
intestinal obstruction
D.
ischemic colitis
Question #99
Which term is also known as a harelip?
A.
acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis
B.
cleft palate
C.
Barrett’s esophagus
D.
cleft lip
Question #100
Crohn’s disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that is most often found in the ileum and in the colon.
A.
False
B.
True
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