Which organ produces the lipase enzyme that accomplishes the bulk of lipid digestion?
a. Stomach
b. Pancreas
c. Mouth
d. Liver
Ans: b. Pancreas
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a. Energy b. Elements c. Tissues d. Calories
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a. 12 b. 24 c. 36 d. 48
Cassandra Lyons is a 73-year-old retired administrative assistant. She has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Once again she is admitted to the hospital. The nurse suspects a swallowing problem and recommends an evaluation that involves direct visualization of the esophagus, which will most
likely be performed by ____. A) a barium swallow test B) an endoscopy C) a neurological exam D) surgery
After surgery, protein intake may be limited if the patient has impaired:
a. kidney function. b. absorption. c. pancreatic function. d. ability to chew.