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Question 1 of 5

Which cells in the small intestine may help protect the intestinal epithelium from bacteria?

A. absorptive cells

B. goblet cells

C. granular cells

D. endocrine cells

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: granular cells

Question 2 of 5

Where are most fat-digesting enzymes produced?

A. small intestine

B. gallbladder

C. liver

D. pancreas

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: pancreas

Question 3 of 5

A large number of children at a public school have developed profuse diarrhea and bloody stools. The school nurse suspects food poisoning related to food from the school cafeteria and requests analysis and culture of which food?

A. Chicken

B. Ground beef

C. Commercially canned fish

D. Salads with mayonnaise dressing

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ground beef

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is performing pre-procedure teaching for a patient scheduled to undergo a liver biopsy. After listening to the information, the patient states, "I am so scareI just don't know if I can do this procedure." Which response is best?

A. "The procedure will only last about 15 minutes."

B. "Most patients say it feels similar to a punch in the shoulder."

C. "You do not have to have the procedure."

D. "I understand that you are afraiTell me more about your concerns."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "I understand that you are afraiTell me more about your concerns."

Question 5 of 5

Which enzyme is responsible for the breakdown of carbohydrates in the mouth during the process of digestion?

A. Amylase

B. Lipase

C. Pepsin

D. Trypsin

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Amylase

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