Question 1

The cholera epidemic in Haiti following a devastating earthquake in 2010 was traced back to aid workers from Nepal who were carriers.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Yersinia enterocolitica bacteria are inactivated by cold temperatures so are rarely seen in Scandinavian countries or other northern climates.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The gastrointestinal system includes all structures progressing from the mouth to anus involved in the processing of food or other nutritional substances.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The gastrointestinal system includes all structures progressing from the mouth to anus involved in the processing of food or other nutritional substances.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 5

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Dehydration

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Natural or supplemental organisms including bacteria and yeasts believed to be beneficial to gastrointestinal health including Lactobacillus.
B)  ​Finger-like projections on the surfaces of endothelial cells as found in the intestinal tract.
C)  ​A condition involving loss of bodily stores of water and accompanying electrolytes.
D)  ​Symptom of discomfort involving typically one side in the lateral upper abdomen that may radiate to the back.
E)  ​General state of not having enough intake of food, eating the wrong types of food, or being unable to process the food taken in.F) ​A ring-shaped muscle which allows opening and closing of an organ such as the anus, bladder, or stomach.G) ​Painful open sores in the lining of the stomach or proximal small intestine.H) ​Ionic minerals in blood or other fluids that influence the amount of water in the body.I) ​Destruction or removal of tissue by means of electrical or laser energy, heated fluid, or radiofrequency.J) Neoplasia or malignancy arising from glandular structures in epithelial tissues.K) B) and G)
L) A) and B)

Question 6

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Flank pain

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Natural or supplemental organisms including bacteria and yeasts believed to be beneficial to gastrointestinal health including Lactobacillus.
B)  ​Finger-like projections on the surfaces of endothelial cells as found in the intestinal tract.
C)  ​A condition involving loss of bodily stores of water and accompanying electrolytes.
D)  ​Symptom of discomfort involving typically one side in the lateral upper abdomen that may radiate to the back.
E)  ​General state of not having enough intake of food, eating the wrong types of food, or being unable to process the food taken in.F) ​A ring-shaped muscle which allows opening and closing of an organ such as the anus, bladder, or stomach.G) ​Painful open sores in the lining of the stomach or proximal small intestine.H) ​Ionic minerals in blood or other fluids that influence the amount of water in the body.I) ​Destruction or removal of tissue by means of electrical or laser energy, heated fluid, or radiofrequency.J) Neoplasia or malignancy arising from glandular structures in epithelial tissues.K) C) and I)
L) B) and D)

Question 7

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Ablation

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Natural or supplemental organisms including bacteria and yeasts believed to be beneficial to gastrointestinal health including Lactobacillus.
B)  ​Finger-like projections on the surfaces of endothelial cells as found in the intestinal tract.
C)  ​A condition involving loss of bodily stores of water and accompanying electrolytes.
D)  ​Symptom of discomfort involving typically one side in the lateral upper abdomen that may radiate to the back.
E)  ​General state of not having enough intake of food, eating the wrong types of food, or being unable to process the food taken in.F) ​A ring-shaped muscle which allows opening and closing of an organ such as the anus, bladder, or stomach.G) ​Painful open sores in the lining of the stomach or proximal small intestine.H) ​Ionic minerals in blood or other fluids that influence the amount of water in the body.I) ​Destruction or removal of tissue by means of electrical or laser energy, heated fluid, or radiofrequency.J) Neoplasia or malignancy arising from glandular structures in epithelial tissues.K) A) and E)
L) B) and C)

Question 8

Shiga toxin production is associated with infections from the enterohemorrhagic strain of Escherichia coli.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Only a very few Clostridium botulinum bacteria in the bloodstream are required to block neurotransmission of peripheral nerve synapses leading to diaphragmatic paralysis.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 10

The complicated urinary tract infection pyelonephritis involves the ________________ but may result from infections in other parts of the body.​

Accepted Answer

kidney​

Question 11

Clue cells and a copious, grey-white discharge with a foul odor caused by amines are characteristic of which bacterial pathogen?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Chlamydia trachomatis
B)  ​Gardnerella vaginalis
C)  ​Haemophilus ducreyi
D)  ​Neisseria gonorrhoeaeE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

A common infection called "traveler's diarrhea" is caused by which pathogen?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Escherichia coli
B)  ​Helicobacter pylori
C)  ​Clostridium difficile
D)  ​Yersinia enterocoliticaE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Which of the following is a sexually transmitted disease characterized by lesions that range from small, flattened areas to extensive, cauliflower-like growths?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Chlamydia
B)  ​Condyloma
C)  ​Giardiasis
D)  ​GonorrheaE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

The term vaginosis is used in mixed bacterial infections where inflammation is not seen.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Enterohemorrhagic E.coli, sometimes referred to verocytotoxic E.coli cause disease by production of ___________ toxins.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Enterohemorrhagic E.coli, sometimes referred to verocytotoxic E.coli...

Question 16

Species of the genus ________________ are the most common cause of enterocolitis infections from ingestion of contaminated foods.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Species of the genus ________________ are the...

Question 17

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Electrolytes

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Natural or supplemental organisms including bacteria and yeasts believed to be beneficial to gastrointestinal health including Lactobacillus.
B)  ​Finger-like projections on the surfaces of endothelial cells as found in the intestinal tract.
C)  ​A condition involving loss of bodily stores of water and accompanying electrolytes.
D)  ​Symptom of discomfort involving typically one side in the lateral upper abdomen that may radiate to the back.
E)  ​General state of not having enough intake of food, eating the wrong types of food, or being unable to process the food taken in.F) ​A ring-shaped muscle which allows opening and closing of an organ such as the anus, bladder, or stomach.G) ​Painful open sores in the lining of the stomach or proximal small intestine.H) ​Ionic minerals in blood or other fluids that influence the amount of water in the body.I) ​Destruction or removal of tissue by means of electrical or laser energy, heated fluid, or radiofrequency.J) Neoplasia or malignancy arising from glandular structures in epithelial tissues.K) A) and I)
L) C) and F)

Question 18

Which type of gastrointestinal infection can progress to cirrhosis and may require eventual organ transplantation?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Botulism
B)  ​Cholera
C)  ​Diverticulitis
D)  ​HepatitisE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Microvilli

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Natural or supplemental organisms including bacteria and yeasts believed to be beneficial to gastrointestinal health including Lactobacillus.
B)  ​Finger-like projections on the surfaces of endothelial cells as found in the intestinal tract.
C)  ​A condition involving loss of bodily stores of water and accompanying electrolytes.
D)  ​Symptom of discomfort involving typically one side in the lateral upper abdomen that may radiate to the back.
E)  ​General state of not having enough intake of food, eating the wrong types of food, or being unable to process the food taken in.F) ​A ring-shaped muscle which allows opening and closing of an organ such as the anus, bladder, or stomach.G) ​Painful open sores in the lining of the stomach or proximal small intestine.H) ​Ionic minerals in blood or other fluids that influence the amount of water in the body.I) ​Destruction or removal of tissue by means of electrical or laser energy, heated fluid, or radiofrequency.J) Neoplasia or malignancy arising from glandular structures in epithelial tissues.K) A) and I)
L) F) and H)

Question 20

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Malnutrition

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Natural or supplemental organisms including bacteria and yeasts believed to be beneficial to gastrointestinal health including Lactobacillus.
B)  ​Finger-like projections on the surfaces of endothelial cells as found in the intestinal tract.
C)  ​A condition involving loss of bodily stores of water and accompanying electrolytes.
D)  ​Symptom of discomfort involving typically one side in the lateral upper abdomen that may radiate to the back.
E)  ​General state of not having enough intake of food, eating the wrong types of food, or being unable to process the food taken in.F) ​A ring-shaped muscle which allows opening and closing of an organ such as the anus, bladder, or stomach.G) ​Painful open sores in the lining of the stomach or proximal small intestine.H) ​Ionic minerals in blood or other fluids that influence the amount of water in the body.I) ​Destruction or removal of tissue by means of electrical or laser energy, heated fluid, or radiofrequency.J) Neoplasia or malignancy arising from glandular structures in epithelial tissues.K) B) and E)
L) H) and I)

Exam 19: Diseases of the Gastrointestinal and Genitourinary Systems

The cholera epidemic in Haiti following a devastating earthquake in 2010 was traced back to aid workers from Nepal who were carriers.​

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Yersinia enterocolitica bacteria are inactivated by cold temperatures so are rarely seen in Scandinavian countries or other northern climates.​

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The gastrointestinal system includes all structures progressing from the mouth to anus involved in the processing of food or other nutritional substances.​

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The gastrointestinal system includes all structures progressing from the mouth to anus involved in the processing of food or other nutritional substances.​

Correct AnswerverifiedTrue

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -​Dehydration

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​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -​Flank pain

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​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -​Ablation

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Shiga toxin production is associated with infections from the enterohemorrhagic strain of Escherichia coli.​

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Only a very few Clostridium botulinum bacteria in the bloodstream are required to block neurotransmission of peripheral nerve synapses leading to diaphragmatic paralysis.​

Correct AnswerverifiedTrue

The complicated urinary tract infection pyelonephritis involves the ________________ but may result from infections in other parts of the body.​

Correct Answerverifiedkidney​

Clue cells and a copious, grey-white discharge with a foul odor caused by amines are characteristic of which bacterial pathogen?​

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A common infection called "traveler's diarrhea" is caused by which pathogen?​

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Which of the following is a sexually transmitted disease characterized by lesions that range from small, flattened areas to extensive, cauliflower-like growths?​

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The term vaginosis is used in mixed bacterial infections where inflammation is not seen.​

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Enterohemorrhagic E.coli, sometimes referred to verocytotoxic E.coli cause disease by production of ___________ toxins.​

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Species of the genus ________________ are the most common cause of enterocolitis infections from ingestion of contaminated foods.​

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​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -​Electrolytes

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Which type of gastrointestinal infection can progress to cirrhosis and may require eventual organ transplantation?​

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​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -​Microvilli

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​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -​Malnutrition

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The cholera epidemic in Haiti following a devastating earthquake in 2010 was traced back to aid workers from Nepal who were carriers.

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Yersinia enterocolitica bacteria are inactivated by cold temperatures so are rarely seen in Scandinavian countries or other northern climates.

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The gastrointestinal system includes all structures progressing from the mouth to anus involved in the processing of food or other nutritional substances.

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The gastrointestinal system includes all structures progressing from the mouth to anus involved in the processing of food or other nutritional substances.

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True

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Dehydration

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Flank pain

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Ablation

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Shiga toxin production is associated with infections from the enterohemorrhagic strain of Escherichia coli.

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Only a very few Clostridium botulinum bacteria in the bloodstream are required to block neurotransmission of peripheral nerve synapses leading to diaphragmatic paralysis.

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True

The complicated urinary tract infection pyelonephritis involves the ________________ but may result from infections in other parts of the body.

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kidney

Clue cells and a copious, grey-white discharge with a foul odor caused by amines are characteristic of which bacterial pathogen?

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A common infection called "traveler's diarrhea" is caused by which pathogen?

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Which of the following is a sexually transmitted disease characterized by lesions that range from small, flattened areas to extensive, cauliflower-like growths?

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The term vaginosis is used in mixed bacterial infections where inflammation is not seen.

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Enterohemorrhagic E.coli, sometimes referred to verocytotoxic E.coli cause disease by production of ___________ toxins.

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Species of the genus ________________ are the most common cause of enterocolitis infections from ingestion of contaminated foods.

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Electrolytes

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Which type of gastrointestinal infection can progress to cirrhosis and may require eventual organ transplantation?

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Microvilli

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Malnutrition

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