Digestive System Flashcards
The digestive system covers a long path, from the mouth through the GI tract to elimination, plus the accessory organs like the liver and pancreas that support digestion along the way. This deck moves through that path in order, covering the anatomy and the process at each stage.
Cards cover digestion, absorption, motility, and elimination, along with the major accessory organs. Each term includes a clinical note tying it to GI assessment, since digestive function is something nurses evaluate constantly, from appetite to bowel sounds to nutrition status.
Who this deck is for
Students in Anatomy & Physiology courses, and anyone reviewing GI terminology before the TEAS.
Topics covered
Sample terms
The organs that break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate solid waste.
A ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach that helps prevent backflow.
The first section of the small intestine where chyme mixes with bile and pancreatic enzymes.
The major portion of the large intestine that processes and moves waste.
A small organ that stores and concentrates bile.
The physical breakdown of food by chewing, churning, and mixing.
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Try sample tests from TEAS prep books available at your local or online bookstore.