The nurse is conducting an inservice for a group of seniors to explain the functioning of the intestines. The nurse should include that the large intestine:

Question

1. is responsible for the absorption of nutrients from digestion in the stomach.
2. is only responsible for evacuation of waste.
3. absorbs the majority of water for the body.
4. mixes the digested food with water.

Answer 1

Answer: 3

1. The small intestine mixes the chyme with enzymes and bile, and then absorbs the nutrients from the mix.
2. The large intestine does store and release stool, but also absorbs water.
3. The large intestine does absorb the majority of water that the body needs.
4. The small intestine mixes food with enzymes and bile.