Case Study #6 - Celiac Disease Quiz

What does the word "celiac" refer to?

• The liver

• The abdomen

• The heart

• The brain

What is a gastrointestinal disease?

• A disease affecting the heart

• A disease affecting the lungs

• A disease affecting the digestive system

• A disease affecting the skin

What can result from untreated celiac disease?

• Improved digestion

• Anemia

• Increased energy

• Weight gain

What is IBS?

• Irritable bowel syndrome

• Inflammatory bowel syndrome

• Infectious bowel syndrome

• Intestinal bowel syndrome

What is the main cause of celiac disease symptoms?

• Bacterial infection

• Viral infection

• Autoimmune response to gluten

• Lack of exercise

What is the purpose of further tests in diagnosing IBS?

• To confirm a bacterial infection

• To determine if IBS is caused by celiac disease

• To check for heart disease

• To assess lung function

What is celiac disease?

• A bacterial infection in the gut

• An autoimmune disease affecting the gut lining

• A viral infection in the blood

• A genetic disorder affecting the skin

What is the appearance of the duodenum in someone with celiac disease?

• Smooth and shiny

• Scalloped with a cracked texture

• Red and inflamed

• Covered in ulcers

What is the main function of villi in the gut?

• To produce hormones

• To absorb nutrients

• To secrete enzymes

• To store fats

What does a biopsy result showing villous atrophy indicate?

• Normal gut function

• Celiac disease

• Bacterial infection

• Viral infection