Learning Objectives

Question 1

Describe the 4 fundamental tissue layers of the GIT tract and explain how they contribute to its function?

Question 2

Discuss the processes and control of ingestion, propulsion, mechanical digestion, and chemical digestion relating to the gastrointestinal system?

Question 3

Explain how the gastrointestinal system contributes to nutrient
absorption and waste processing for each macronutrient?

Question 4

Analyse how accessory organs (liver, gallbladder, and pancreas) contribute to the
chemical and mechanical breakdown of nutrients?

Question 5

Describe the coordination between the GI tract and accessory organs in nutrient digestion and absorption?

Question 6

Analyse the regulatory role of pancreatic hormones in nutrient metabolism?

Question 7

Evaluate the importance of timing and sequencing/coordination of digestive enzymes and hormones in response to different nutrient stimuli?