A professor has taught the students about the pathogenesis of abdominal pain. Which statement by a student indicates the professor needs to review the material?
Selected Answer:
Low concentrations of anaerobes, such
as Streptococci, Lactobacilli, Staphylococci, Enterobacteria, and Bacteroides, produce abdominal pain.
Which cardiac chambers have the thinnest wall and why?
Selected Answer:
The right and left atria; they are low-pressure chambers that serve as storage units and conduits for blood.
A healthcare provider notes that tapping the patient's facial nerve leads to lip twitching. What electrolyte value is correlated with this finding?
Selected Answer:
Ca ++: 8.2
mg/dL
What is the cause of functional dysphagia?
Selected Answer:
Neural or muscular disorders
Which gastric hormone inhibits acid and pepsinogen secretion, as well as decreases the release of gastrin?
Selected Answer:
Somatosta tin