This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: The small intestine is alkaline in nature. Which organ is responsible for raising the pH of the ... (Read 49 times)

cdr_15

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
The small intestine is alkaline in nature. Which organ is responsible for raising the pH of the small intestine?
 
  1. Pancreas
  2. Large intestine
  3. Gallbladder
  4. Liver

Question 2

A client is scheduled to have a segment of the terminal ileum removed secondary to cancer. The nurse anticipates this client is risk for:
 
  1. Atelectasis.
  2. Decubitus ulcers.
  3. Pernicious anemia.
  4. Sepsis.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

LegendaryAnswers

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 341
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The pancreas is an essential accessory digestive organ, secreting about a quart of pancreatic fluid into the duodenum each day. This fluid is alkaline (pH 7.5 to 8.8) and contains digestive enzymes to chemically break down carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Rationale 2: The large intestine is not responsible for raising the small intestine's pH from acid to base.
Rationale 3: The gallbladder stores bile.
Rationale 4: The liver is not responsible for raising the small intestine's pH from acid to base.
Global Rationale: The pancreas is an essential accessory digestive organ, secreting about a quart of pancreatic fluid into the duodenum each day. This fluid is alkaline (pH 7.5 to 8.8) and contains digestive enzymes to chemically break down carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. The liver and large intestine do not change the pH of the small intestine. The gallbladder's function is to store bile.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Atelectasis is not an expected outcome.
Rationale 2: Formation of decubitus ulcers is not an expected outcome.
Rationale 3: The terminal ileum is a primary site for the absorption of vitamin B12. The inability to absorb B12 will likely cause pernicious anemia.
Rationale 4: Sepsis is not an expected outcome.
Global Rationale: The terminal ileum is a primary site for the absorption of vitamin B12. The inability to absorb B12 will likely cause pernicious anemia. Atelectasis, decubitus ulcers, and sepsis are not associated with changes in the ileum.




cdr_15

  • Member
  • Posts: 546
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM


chjcharjto14

  • Member
  • Posts: 342
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

Did you know?

Adult head lice are gray, about ? inch long, and often have a tiny dot on their backs. A female can lay between 50 and 150 eggs within the several weeks that she is alive. They feed on human blood.

Did you know?

The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.

Did you know?

Individuals are never “cured” of addictions. Instead, they learn how to manage their disease to lead healthy, balanced lives.

Did you know?

The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library