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main functions of lymphatic system
- drain excess interstitial fluid, filter it & return it to the circulatory system
- transport fats from intestines to blood
- carry out immune response
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treatments for edema
- diuretics
- fluid restriction
- bed rest
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function of lymphatic capillaries
run alongside blood vessels and act as drains for interstitial fluid
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function of lymph nodes
filtration of lymph
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function of lymphatic ducts
to drain lymph
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locations of lymph nodes
- cervical
- inguinal
- axillary
- mammary
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name the two ducts of the lymphatic system
right and thoracic
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what does the right lymph duct drain
- right arm
- right head and neck
- right side of thorax
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what does the thoracic lymph duct drain
everything but the right arm, head, neck, & chest
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where does the thoracic duct collect lymph
left subclavian vein
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where does the right lyphatic duct empty
right subclavian vein
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Name the lymphatic organs
- red bone marrow
- lymph nodes
- thymus
- spleen
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function of the thymus
where T-cells mature
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function of the spleen
- immune response
- destroys old blood cell
- store platelets
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function of red pulp in spleen
- filtration and phagocytosis of blood cells
- storage of red bood cells and platelets
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function of white pulp in spleen
immune response to blood borne antigens
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function of thymus
transform lymphocytes into T-cells
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function of tonsils
trap bacteria and antigens
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Three types of tonsils
- two palantine
- two lingual
- one pharyngeal (adenoid)
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what is the relationship between cancer & the lymphatic system
cancer can metastasize through the lymphatic system
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pathway that lymph travels
- fluid collected by lymphatic capillaries ===>
- vessels===>
- nodes===>
- trunks===>
- thoracic duct OR right duct===>
- subclavian veins
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List structures involved in nonspecific defense (first line)
- skin
- mucous membranes
- tears
- saliva
- urine
- acidic fluids (vagina, stomach, skin surface)
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List structured involved in nonspecific defense (second line)
- natural killer cells
- antimicrobial proteins
- phagocytosis
- fever
- inflammation
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four signs of inflammation
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what is the function of inflammation
- trap pathogens
- begin tissue repair
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what causes four types of immunity
- naturally acquired active
- naturally acquired passive
- artificially acquired active
- artificially acquired passive
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naturallty acquired active immunity
get disease and recover
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naturally acquired passive immunity
antibodies transferred from mother to fetus
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artificially acquired active immunity
get vaccine
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artificially acquired passive immunity
receive injection of antibodies
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what carries out cell-mediated immunity
T-cells
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what antigen does cell-mediated immunity fight
pathogen inside the cell
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what carries out antibody-mediated immunity
T-cells and B-cells
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what antigen does antibody-mediated immunity fight
pathogen outside the cell
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define lymph
colorless fluid containing white blood cells and drains through the lymphatic system into the blood stream
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edema
excess fluid collection
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lymphoma
cancer of the lymphatic system
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nonspecific resistance
bodily defense that protects us from almost any kind of pathogen
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pathogen
biological agent that causes disease or illness
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phagocytosis
process of engulfing particles
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fever
abnormally high body temperature
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specific resistance/immunity
immunity against a specific antigen
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antigen
toxin or foreign substance that stimulates an immune response
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autoimmune disorder
disease characterized by abnormal functioning of the immune system
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plasma cells
fully differentiated B cell that produces a single type of antibody
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memory B cells
B-cell subtypes that are formed following primary infection
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antibodies (immunoglobulins)
A blood protein produced in response to and counteracting a specific antigen
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IgG
the main antibody defense against bacteria
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IgE
involved in the expulsion of intestinal parasites
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hypersensitivity
a state of altered reactivity in which the body reacts with an exaggerated immune response to what is perceived as a foreign substance
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allergen
A substance that causes an allergic reaction
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anaphylaxis reaction
Anaphylaxis is an acute multi-system severe type I hypersensitivity reaction
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anaphylactic shock
a severe and rapid and sometimes fatal hypersensitivity reaction to a substance
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opportunistic infection
An infection by a microorganism that normally does not cause disease but does so when lowered resistance to infection is caused by the impairment of the body's immune system.
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4 types of T-cells
- helper cells (assists other white blood cells in immunity)
- cytotoxic cells (destroy infected cells and tumor cells)
- memory cells (antigen-specific cells that remain after an infection has resolved)
- regulatory cells (shut down T-cells at the end of the immune response)
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difference between HIV and AIDS
- AIDS is active HIV
- CD4 below drops below 200
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how is AIDS treated
antiviral medications
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function of the respiratory system
- perform gas exchange
- helps regulate blood pH
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what structures make up the upper respiratory tract
- nose
- nasal cavity
- sinuses
- pharynx
- larynx
- trachea
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what structures make up the lower respiratory tract
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list parts that make up the nose and nasal cavity
- external nose
- external nares
- palate
- nasal septum
- nasal conchae
- internal nares
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function of the nose
- warm, moisten, filter
- smell
- modify speech
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function of pharynx
- food & air passageway
- modify speech vibration
- contains tonsils
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function of larynx
connects laryngopharynx to the trachea
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function of epiglottis
block food and liquids from entering trachea
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function of true vocal cords
vibrate to produce speech
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function of trachea
passageway for air
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function of alveoli
hold air temporarily so that oxygen can be absorbed into the blood stream
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three regions of the pharynx
- nasopharynx
- oropharynx
- laryngopharynx
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function of pleural membrane
separate lungs and maintain air tightness
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nine pieces of cartilage that make up the larynx
- thyroid
- laryngeal prominence
- cricoid
- arytenoid
- cuneiform
- corniculate
- epiglottis
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two emergency airways that can be used in a patient
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list the divisions of the bronchial tree
- primary bronchi
- secondary bronchi
- tertiary bronchi
- bronchioles
- terminal bronchioles
- alveoli
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symptoms of asthma
- shortness of breath
- coughing
- wheezing
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what is found between the two layers of the pleural membrane
pleural fluid
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how many lobes does each lung have
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what changes happen to the thoracic cavity during inhalation
- thoracic cavity and lungs expand
- diaphragm contracts (flattens)
- external intercostal muscles contract
- increased volume decreases pressure inside the lungs
- air rushes in
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what changes happen to the thoracic cavity during exhalation
- thoracic cavity and lungs decrease in size
- diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax
- decreased volume increase pressure inside the lungs
- air rushes out
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what is the typical respiration rate
12-20 breaths per minute
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variables that affect lung capacity
- height
- age
- sex
- smoking
- lung disease
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how is oxygen transported in the blood
- external respiration
- internal respiration
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what is external respiration
gas exchange between alveoli and blood
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what is internal expiration
gas exchange between the blood and the cells
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why is too much CO2 deadly
- hemoglobin has a higher affinity for CO2 than O2
- so if there is too much CO2 hemoglobin will bond to it
- rather than O2 resulting in hypoxia
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List 3 ways that CO2 is transported in the blood
which is most common
- disolved in plasma
- carried by hemoglobin
- *converted into bicarbonate ions
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list the structures responsible for respiration control
- areas in the medulla oblongota and pons
- some voluntary control
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two types of COPD
- chronic bronchitis
- emphysema
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main cause of lung cancer
smoking
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gastroenterology
study of the GI system
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metabolism
The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life
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catabolism
The breakdown of complex molecules in living organisms to form simpler ones, together with the release of energy
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anabolism
The synthesis of complex molecules in living organisms from simpler ones together with the storage of energy
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nutrients
A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life
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vitamins
Any of various fat-soluble or water-soluble organic substances essential in minute amounts for normal growth and activity of the body and obtained naturally from plant and animal foods
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mineral
A solid inorganic substance of natural occurrence
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ingestion
the process of taking food in through the mouth
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mechanical digestion
The breaking of food into digestible chunks, normally using the teeth
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chemical digestion
breakdown of food using chemicals such as enzymes
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absorption
uptake of substance through tissue
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peristalsis
The wavelike muscular contractions of the alimentary canal or other tubular structures by which contents are forced onward toward the opening
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peritonitis
Inflammation of the peritoneum
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bolus
A small rounded mass of a substance, esp. of chewed food at the moment of swallowing
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GERD
gastroesophageal reflux disease
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rugae
A fold, crease, or wrinkle, as in the lining of the stomach
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chyme
The pulpy acidic fluid that passes from the stomach to the small intestine, consisting of gastric juices and partly digested food
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emesis/vomiting
eject matter from the stomach through the mouth
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appendicitis
inflammation of the appendix
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hemorrhoids
a swollen vein or group of veins around the anus
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diarrhea
A condition in which feces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form
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constipation
A condition in which there is difficulty in emptying the bowels, usually associated with hardened feces
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hepatitis
a disease characterized by inflammation of the liver
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peptic ulcer
A lesion in the lining (mucosa) of the digestive tract, typically in the stomach or duodenum, caused by the digestive action of pepsin and stomach acid
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cirrhosis
A chronic disease of the liver marked by degeneration of cells, inflammation, and fibrous thickening of tissue. It is typically a result of alcoholism or hepatitis
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gallstone
A small, hard crystalline mass formed abnormally in the gallbladder, often causing severe pain and blockage of the bile duct
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irritable bowel syndrome
A widespread condition involving recurrent abdominal pain and diarrhea or constipation, often associated with stress, depression, anxiety, or previous intestinal infection
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inflammatory bowel syndrome
A chronic disorder of the gastrointestinal tract, especially Crohn's disease or an ulcerative form of colitis, characterized by inflammation of the intestine and resulting in abdominal cramping and persistent diarrhea
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water soluble vitamins
- Thiamin (B1)
- Riboflavin (B2)
- Niacin (B3)
- Pyridoxine (B6)
- Cobalamin (B12)
- BiotinPantothenic Acid (B5)
- Folic Acid
- Choline
- Vitamin C
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six steps/functions of digestion
- ingestion
- secretion
- mixing & propulsion
- digestion
- absorption
- defecation
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where is the peritoneum
lines the inside of the abdominal cavity and organs in the cavity
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two layers of the peritoneum
- parietal peritoneum
- visceral peritoneum
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what is found between the two layers of the peritoneum
fluid
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function of the mouth
take in/chew food
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function of tongue
- move food around
- swallow
- speech
- taste
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function of salivary glands
secrete saliva
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function of teeth
break down food by chewing
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function of pharynx
swallowing
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function of esophagus
moves food from pharynx to stomach via peristalsis
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function of the stomach
- mashes & mixes food
- temporarily stores food
- secretes gastric juices
- starts protein & fat digestion
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function of liver
- produces bile
- breaks down drugs and alcohol
- involved in metabolism
- break down of glycogen and some vitamins & minerals
- phagocytosis of old blood cells & bacteria
- activates vitamin D
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function of gallbladder
stores bile
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function of pancreas
secrete insulin and glucagon
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function of small intestine
chemical digestion and absorption of food
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function of large intestine
- haustral churning & peristalsis push contents to rectum
- synthesize vitamins w/assistance of bacteria
- finish absorption of water and vitamin
- form feces
- finish water absorption
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function of rectum
stimulates defecation reflex
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what is the function of saliva
- moisten food
- start breakdown of food
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what is saliva comprised of
- mostly water
- mucous
- salivary amylase
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name the three sets of salivary glads
- parotid
- sublingual
- submandibular
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name the four differen types of teeth
- incisors
- canines
- premolars (bicuspids)
- molars
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pathway of food from mouth to anus
- mouth--> pharynx--> upper esophageal sphincter-->
- esophagus--> cardiac sphincter--> stomach--> pyloric sphincter-->
- duodenum--> jejunum--> ilium--> ileocecal--> sphincter--> cecum-->
- ascending colon--> transverse colon-->
- descending colon--> sigmoid colon--> rectum--> anus
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what substances make up gastric juice
- mucus
- hydrochloric acid
- pepsin
- intrinsic factor
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what substances make up pancreatic juice
- water
- sodium bicarbonate
- digestive enzymes
- -amylase
- -pancreatic lipase
- -enzymes to digest proteins
- -nucleases
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three regions of small intestine
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structures inside small intestine that help increase its surface area
- circular folds
- villi
- microvilli
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products of carbohydrate digestion
- dissacharides
- monosaccharides
- maltase
- sucrose
- lactase
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product of protein digestion
peptides then into amino acides by petidases
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product of lipid digestion
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how is fat absorption different from other nutrients
- fat and fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed through lacteals
- (into lymphatic system)
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regions of large intestine
- ileocecal sphincter
- cecum
- appendix
- ascending, transverse, descending &
- sigmoid colon
- rectum
- anus
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some causes of diarrhea
- illness
- lactose intolerance
- stress
- food poisoning
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complication of diarrhea
- dehydration
- electrolyte imbalance
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causes of constipation
- insufficient fiber or fluids
- stress
- lack of exercise
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treatment for constipation
- laxatives
- fiber
- drink more water
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type of hepatitis healthcare workers are vaccinated for
B
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how does colorectal cancer usually start
polyps
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signs of colorectal cancer
- constipation
- diarrhea
- cramping
- abdominal pain
- rectal bleeding
- blood in stool
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ways to prevent colon cancer
hgh-fiber, low-fat diet
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