Digestive System Disorders and Terminology Quiz

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#1

Which organ produces bile for digestion?

Stomach
Liver
Pancreas
Small intestine
#2

Which hormone stimulates the release of gastric acid in the stomach?

Insulin
Gastrin
Cortisol
Thyroxine
#3

What is the medical term for the inflammation of the liver?

Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Cholecystitis
Nephritis
#4

Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the pancreas to release insulin?

Gastrin
Insulin
Glucagon
Thyroxine
#5

What is the medical term for the condition where there is an inflammation of the lining of the rectum and colon?

Colitis
Diverticulitis
Appendicitis
Proctitis
#6

What is the medical term for difficulty swallowing?

Dyspepsia
Dysphagia
Dysentery
Dystrophy
#7

Which of the following is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Constipation
Jaundice
Hypertension
Insomnia
#8

What is the medical term for the condition where the stomach acid flows back into the esophagus?

Gastritis
Gastroenteritis
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Gallstones
#9

Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates in the digestive system?

Amylase
Lipase
Pepsin
Trypsin
#10

What is the primary role of the small intestine in the digestive process?

Absorption of nutrients
Production of enzymes
Storage of bile
Elimination of waste
#11

Which of the following is a symptom of celiac disease?

Joint pain
Lactose intolerance
Diarrhea
High blood pressure
#12

What is the primary function of the gallbladder in the digestive system?

Digesting proteins
Storing bile
Producing insulin
Absorbing nutrients
#13

Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of the lining of the stomach?

Gastritis
Colitis
Hepatitis
Appendicitis
#14

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) includes which two main conditions?

Celiac disease and Crohn's disease
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease
Irritable bowel syndrome and Gastritis
Diverticulitis and Ulcerative colitis
#15

What is the medical term for the surgical removal of the appendix?

Appendectomy
Appendicitis
Appendicular peritonitis
Appendicular resection
#16

What is the primary cause of peptic ulcers?

Excessive sugar intake
Bacterial infection (H. pylori)
Genetic predisposition
Lack of fiber in the diet
#17

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the absorption of water and electrolytes from undigested food?

Colon
Rectum
Esophagus
Gallbladder

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