Nurs 222 Chapter 47 Part 1 Exam Questions
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What are the main structures of Mouth, Esophagus, Stomach, Small
the intestine, Large
gastrointestinal (GI) tract? intestine, Rectum, Anus
What are the primary functions of Digestion, Absorption of nutrients, Water
the reabsorption (large intestine), Elimination
GI tract? of waste
What triggers the relaxation of the Rectal distention
internal sphincter during
defecation?
What happens if the external Defecation is delayed
sphincter contracts during
defecation?
What is the Valsalva Maneuver? A maneuver where a patient takes a deep
breath,
holds it, and bears down
What dangerous effect can the It stimulates the vagus nerve, which can
Valsalva Maneuver have? slow the
heart rate
and Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026
What are the main structures of Mouth, Esophagus, Stomach, Small
the intestine, Large
gastrointestinal (GI) tract? intestine, Rectum, Anus
What are the primary functions of Digestion, Absorption of nutrients, Water
the reabsorption (large intestine), Elimination
GI tract? of waste
What triggers the relaxation of the Rectal distention
internal sphincter during
defecation?
What happens if the external Defecation is delayed
sphincter contracts during
defecation?
What is the Valsalva Maneuver? A maneuver where a patient takes a deep
breath,
holds it, and bears down
What dangerous effect can the It stimulates the vagus nerve, which can
Valsalva Maneuver have? slow the
heart rate
