Module 3 Flashcards by Rhonda Albertson

Some foods, such as coffee, chocolate, alcohol and peppermint Mentha piperita, as well as smoking are known to cause relaxation of the …

a. pyloric valve.
b. ileocecal valve.
c. lower esophageal sphincter.
d. cardiac sphincter.

c. lower esophageal sphincter.

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Which GI condition has sudden waves of nausea, with a severe cramping pain in the center of the abdomen?

a. dyspepsia
b. GERD
c. enteritis
d. heartburn

c. enteritis

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Which of the following should be referred to a doctor immediately?

a. severe bloody diarrhea
b. diarrhea that lasts more than 3 days
c. diarrhea in a child under six
d. All of the above

d. All of the above

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The water preparation of which herb is safer than the alcohol based preparation?

a. chamomile
b. wormwood
c. pumpkin
d. ginger

b. wormwood

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Which condition is more common in summer and can arise from eating unripe fruit, contaminated food, or from a virus or bacteria?

a. peptic ulcers
b. GERD
c. dyspepsia
d. enteritis

d. enteritis

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An erosion in the mucous membranes lining parts of the digestive tract is known as …

a. enteritis.
b. GERD.
c. an ulcer.
d. dyspepsia.

c. an ulcer.

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What food can be very helpful for ulcers?

a. broccoli
b. raw cabbage juice
c. raw carrot juice
d. milk

b. raw cabbage juice

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Allopathic treatment of GERD includes the use of …

a. aspirin and/or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
b. antacids.
c. oral contraceptives.
d. calcium-channel antagonists.

b. antacids.

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What serious problem can sometimes be mistaken for stomach problems?

a. enteritis
b. esophagitis
c. heart attack
d. dyspepsia

c. heart attack

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Because the larvae of this worm migrate through the lungs, the first symptoms are a cough, wheezing, and fever.

a. round worms
b. pinworms
c. fish tapeworms
d. dwarf tapeworms

a. round worms

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True or False: Gallstones are a common reason for cholestasis.

True

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Which dietary change is the most important for preventing gallstones?

a. Increasing dietary fiber
b. High sugar intake
c. Rapid weight loss
d. Fasting

a. Increasing dietary fiber

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In which condition is there inflammation or infection of the liver?

a. Cirrhosis
b. Hepatitis
c. Cholecystitis
d. Cholelithiasis

b. Hepatitis

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Which of the following is/are a risk factor for gallstones?

a. Birth control pills
b. Obesity
c. Diabetes
d. All of the above

d. All of the above

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Avoiding fats, fried foods and excess salt is helpful for…

a. cholecystitis.
b. cholelithiasis.
c. cirrhosis.
d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

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True or False: Milk thistle, Silybum marianum, is specific for liver protocols.

True

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A liver flush is contraindicated for…

a. Cirrhosis.
b. Cholelithiasis.
c. Cholecystitis.
d. all of the above.

b. Cholelithiasis.

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Which of the following is/are serious complications of cirrhosis?

a. Gastrointestinal bleeding
b. Kidney failure
c. Ascites or fluid accumulation in the peritoneal cavity
d. All of the above

d. All of the above

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Which nutrient(s) is/are commonly deficient in alcoholics?

a. Vitamin C
b. Vitamin B1 or thiamine
c. Magnesium
d. All of the above

d. All of the above

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Which herb contains silymarin, one of the most potent liver-protecting substances known?

a. Licorice
b. Milk thistle
c. Phyllanthrus amarus
d. Dandelion

b. Milk thistle

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Which worm grows by adding segments called proglottids?

a. round worms
b. pinworms
c. tapeworms
d. hookworms

c. tapeworms

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True or False: Acupuncture and moxibustion have been reported to be ineffective for the management of Crohn’s disease.

False

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A coated tongue, headaches, and halitosis (bad breath), are associated with which GI condition?

a. peptic ulcer
b. dyspepsia
c. constipation
d. enteritis

c. constipation

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Indigestion with pain high in the abdomen is known as…

a. GERD.
b. dyspepsia.
c. gastritis.
d. enteritis.

b. dyspepsia.

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Peach leaf tea with supplements of vitamin B6 and zinc are specific remedies for... a. GERD. b. morning sickness. c. enteritis. d. dyspepsia.

b. morning sickness.

Which herbs are helpful for GERD? a. demulcents b. marshmallow c. slippery elm d. all of the above

d. all of the above

A burning sensation behind the breastbone that occurs in waves, rising towards the neck is known as... a. GERD. b. dyspepsia. c. heartburn. d. enteritis.

c. heartburn.

Positive identification of which worms is by microscopic evaluation of the eggs in the stool. a. round worms b. hookworms c. tapeworms d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Which of the following conditions must be diagnosed by a blood test by a licensed medical provider? a. Cirrhosis b. Hepatitis c. Cholecystitis d. Cholelithiasis

b. Hepatitis

In which condition are there stones in the gallbladder? a. Cirrhosis b. Hepatitis c. Cholecystitis d. Cholelithiasis

d. Cholelithiasis

Which herb has been shown to boost the body's interferon levels? a. Licorice b. Milk thistle c. Dandelion d. None of the above

a. Licorice

Most gallstones are mixtures containing bile and ... a. fat. b. cholesterol. c. chemical irritants. d. certain enzymes.

b. cholesterol.

Which is the therapeutic goal of natural support for those experiencing viral hepatitis? a. To protect the liver from further damage b. To support the immune system c. To inhibit viral reproduction d. all of the above

d. all of the above

TRUE OR FALSE: Both phase I and phase II pathways of detoxification in the liver are necessary for proper elimination of toxins.

True

The most common symptoms of this worm are itching around the anus and disturbed sleep. a. round worms b. pinworms c. tapeworms d. hookworms

b. pinworms

Pain, fever, swelling, tenderness, and rigidity accompanying it on the lower left side of the abdomen are associated with which GI condition? a. peptic ulcers b. GERD c. gastroenteritis d. diverticulitis

d. diverticulitis

What is present in 70-75% of gastric ulcers and 90-100% of duodenal ulcers? a. excess acid b. Helicobacter pylori bacteria c. excessive smoking d. excessive alcohol use

b. Helicobacter pylori bacteria

An erosion in the mucous membranes lining parts of the digestive tract is known as ... a. enteritis. b. GERD. c. an ulcer. d. dyspepsia.

c. an ulcer.

Emotional upsets, particularly while eating, eating too fast, eating too many combinations of food at one meal can lead to ... a. GERD. b. dyspepsia. c. gastritis. d. enteritis.

b. dyspepsia.

Those people who suffer chronic constipation and eat a low fiber diet are most likely to suffer from ... a. peptic ulcers. b. GERD. c. gastroenteritis. d. diverticulitis.

d. diverticulitis.

In elderly clients, a lack of production of stomach acid and pancreatic enzymes can lead to ... a. dyspepsia. b. GERD. c. enteritis. d. both a and b.

d. both a and b.

Which form of hepatitis can be transmitted in water and food? a. Hepatitis A b. Hepatitis B c. Hepatitis E d. Both A and E

d. Both A and E

Dandelion tea is helpful for... a. cirrhosis. b. hepatitis. c. cholecystitis. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

Which is one of the key nutrients in the breakdown of alcohol? a. Calcium b. Carnitine c. Zinc d. Vitamin A

c. Zinc

Which term refers to inflammation of the gallbladder? a. Cirrhosis b. Hepatitis c. Cholecystitis d. Cholelithiasis

c. Cholecystitis

Which of the following is a risk factor for dyspepsia? a. aspirin and/or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs b. H. pylori infection c. heavy smoking d. all of the above

d. all of the above

These worms usually affect school children, but they can spread to the whole family. a. round worms b. pinworms c. tapeworms d. hookworms

b. pinworm

TRUE OR FALSE: Olive oil is helpful for reducing gallstones.

False

In which condition is there scarring and shrinkage of the liver? a. Cirrhosis b. Hepatitis c. Cholecystitis d. Cholelithiasis

a. Cirrhosis

True or false: With hepatitis B, the client is infectious and should be isolated for two weeks.

False

TRUE OR FALSE: Both phase I and phase II pathways of detoxification in the liver are necessary for proper elimination of toxins.

True

TRUE OR FALSE: Dark urine is one of the most common symptoms of viral hepatitis.

True

Psyllium seeds are a very effective remedy for ... a. diverticulitis. b. diarrhea. c. constipation. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

When fluid rises up from the stomach and reaches the mouth, it is known as ... a. GERD. b. dyspepsia. c. heartburn. d. enteritis.

a. GERD.

A high dietary intake of ______ has been associated with an increased risk for GERD. a. fiber b. essential fatty acids c. fat d. whole grains

c. fat

Foods that are high in which of the following minerals are supportive for the liver? a. Calcium b. Chromium c. Vanadium d. Sulfur

d. Sulfur

Which dietary change is the most important for preventing gallstones? a. Increasing dietary fiber b. High sugar intake c. Rapid weight loss d. Fasting

a. Increasing dietary fiber

TRUE OR FALSE: If you get frequent sunburns, you are at a greater risk for gallstones.

True

What percentage of the adult US population are estimated to be alcoholics? a. Five percent b. Ten percent c. Fifteen percent d. Twenty-five percent

b. Ten percent

Which of the following conditions can have symptoms similar to the flu? a. Cirrhosis b. Hepatitis c. Cholecystitis d. Cholelithiasis

b. Hepatitis

Over time, emaciation, a withered yellow complexion, and general weakness will appear with an infection due to which worm. a. round worms b. pinworms c. tapeworms d. hookworms

c. tapeworms

This worm is contracted by ingesting the eggs in contaminated food or drink, and can also be contracted from dogs or cats. a. round worms b. pinworms c. tapeworms d. hookworms

a. round worms

The larvae of this worm burrow into the skin of bare feet, and then make their way into the bloodstream. a. round worms b. pinworms c. tapeworms d. hookworms

d. hookworms

TRUE OR FALSE: Genetics play no part in alcoholism.

False

True or False: Once gallstones are formed, they cannot be dissolved.

False

TRUE OR FALSE: The minerals chlorine, sulfur and selenium are supportive for the liver.

True

Severe pain in the upper right hand side of the abdomen in the night or early morning may indicate... a. cirrhosis. b. hepatitis. c. cholecystitis/cholelithiasis. d. none of the above.

c. cholecystitis/cholelithiasis.

Which form of hepatitis can cause chronic liver disease? a. Hepatitis A b. Hepatitis B c. Hepatitis C d. Both B and C can increase the risk

d. Both B and C can increase the risk

Infection with which worm can lead to iron deficiency anemia. a. round worms b. pinworms c. tapeworms d. hookworms

d. hookworms

Which of the following foods should someone with Crohn’s disease avoid? a. Applesauce b. Bananas c. Coffee d. Peanut butter

c. Coffee

What is the cause of cirrhosis? a. alcoholism b. chronic viral infection c. heart failure d. all of the above

d. all of the above

A liver flush is contraindicated for ... a. Cirrhosis. b. Cholelithiasis. c. Cholecystitis. d. All of the above

b. Cholelithiasis.

Which nutrient inhibits alcohol-induced fatty liver? a. Calcium b. Carnitine c. Zinc d. Vitamin A

b. Carnitine

Prolonged vomiting can lead to ... a. dehydration. b. diarrhea. c. dyspepsia. d. enteritis.

a. dehydration.

A causative factor for many individuals with gallstones may be ... a. excess fiber in the diet. b. low lecithin levels. c. use of sunscreens. d. low fat diet.

b. low lecithin levels.

TRUE OR FALSE: Bile acids can promote increased cholesterol solubility, which will dissolve gallstones.

True