Which of the following lists the organs of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract in the order food passes through them?
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Medical Office Assistant · Foundational Medical Knowledge
Digestive and Urinary Systems
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Which of the following is considered an accessory digestive organ rather than part of the GI tract itself?
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Chewing food in the mouth and churning it in the stomach are examples of which digestive process?
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Which statement best describes chemical digestion?
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The wave-like muscular contractions that push food along the digestive tract are called:
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You’ll learn to
- Describe the structure and function of the digestive tract and its accessory organs.
- Describe the structure and function of the urinary system, including the nephron and the process of urine formation.
- Recognize common digestive and urinary conditions and apply the medical office assistant's role in accurate documentation, patient communication, and escalation.
Sources & references
- OpenStax — Anatomy and Physiology 2e
- U.S. National Library of Medicine — MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
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