Digestive, Urinary, Endocrine System Flashcard

Front

What is the function of the external urethral sphincter?

Back

The external urethral sphincter is under voluntary control and allows for the conscious regulation of urine flow from the bladder.

Front

What do the cystic duct and common hepatic duct form?

Back

They form the common bile duct, which carries bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum.

Front

What are the phases of gastric regulation?

Back

The phases of gastric regulation include the cephalic phase, gastric phase, and intestinal phase. The sigmoid phase is not a recognized phase.

Front

Where does the highest nutrient absorption occur in the digestive tract?

Back

The highest nutrient absorption occurs in the small intestine.

Front

What is the first section of the small intestine called?

Back

The first section of the small intestine is called the duodenum.

Front

What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

Back

The small intestine is responsible for the majority of nutrient absorption and digestion of food.

Front

What is the difference between the internal and external urethral sphincters?

Back

The internal urethral sphincter is under involuntary control, while the external urethral sphincter is under voluntary control.

Front

What is bile and its function?

Back

Bile is a digestive fluid produced by the liver that helps emulsify fats for easier digestion.

Front

What is the significance of the cephalic phase of gastric regulation?

Back

The cephalic phase is triggered by the sight, smell, or thought of food, preparing the stomach for digestion.

Front

What is the primary function of the kidneys in the urinary system?

Back

The primary function of the kidneys is to filter blood, remove waste, and regulate fluid and electrolyte balance.