What is the cephalic phase?
A) final phase of digestion in which the large intestine and rectum prepare the undigested
components of food for elimination
B) phase in which the majority of absorption occurs, primarily occurring in the small
intestine
C) phase in which the semi-digested food leaves the stomach and slowly enters the small
intestine
D) earliest phase of digestion in which the brain prepares the body in anticipation of food
D
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A client with Barrett's esophagus is at especially increased risk for:
a. increased peristalsis. b. esophageal cancer. c. gastric ulcer. d. hiatal hernia.