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Beheh

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Briefly describe segmentation associated with digestion in the small intestine.

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Which health care team member would most likely teach patients about their medical conditions?
 a. Nurse
  b. Medical doctor
  c. Heath educator
  d. Occupational therapist


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
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Segmentation consists of ring-like contractions along the length of the small intestine. Within a matter of seconds, the contracted segments relax and the previously relaxed areas contract. The oscillating contractions thoroughly mix chyme within the small intestine lumen.

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