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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is assisting a group of clients in an outpatient clinic. For which of the following clients should the nurse anticipate scheduling a colonoscopy?

A. 56-year-old who had a colonoscopy 6 years ago

B. 34-year-old who reports a new onset of constipation

C. 32-year-old who has a sister who died of colon cancer

D. 51-year-old who is being seen for an annual physical examination

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 32-year-old who has a sister who died of colon cancer

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following statements is false about the effects of exercise?

A. the risk of death from breast cancer is greater in low aerobic fitness groups

B. there is some evidence that aerobic exercise can increase brain volume in the elderly

C. there is an inverse relationship between aerobic fitness and risk of colon cancer

D. none of the above statements are false

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: none of the above statements are false

Question 3 of 5

Neural networks can be categorized by the main neurotransmitter involved - for example, the dopamine network, the norepinephrine network, etc. Which of the following statements below describing these networks is false?

A. Parkinson's disease is associated with a loss of the dopamine network

B. cholinesterase inhibitors can increase acetylcholine levels and treat Alzheimer's symptoms

C. inhibition of the dopamine network is associated with various drug addictions

D. some stimulants work through activation of the norepinephrine network

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: inhibition of the dopamine network is associated with various drug addictions

Question 4 of 5

Which area has the greatest amount of enzyme activity?

A. duodenum

B. colon

C. jejunum

D. ileum

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: duodenum

Question 5 of 5

Intestinal motility is a complex process, orchestrated by nerves, hormones and the presence of food in the stomach. Which statement about this process is correct?

A. The migrating motor complex is chiefly responsible for peristaltic movement of food after a meal has been consumed

B. The release of insulin after eating a meal will slow the emptying of the stomach

C. At the start of a meal, the stomach increases its 'tone' in order to develop pressure which will lead to expulsion of its contents, via the pylorus

D. The presence of partially digested fat and starch in the duodenum, slows intestinal motility

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The presence of partially digested fat and starch in the duodenum, slows intestinal motility

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