Match Each Definition with the Correct Term Below

question 115

Multiple Choice

Match each definition with the correct term below.
-Ileus

• A)Protrusion of intestine into inguinal canal
• B)Return of contents of stomach to esophagus
• C)Black, tarry stools
• D)Difficult digestion
• E)Loose, watery stools
• F)New opening between two hollow structures
• G)Varicose veins in the lower rectum
• H)Hernia repair by suturing
• I)Bloody stools
• J)Condition of pouches in the intestinal lining
• K)Inflammation of the appendix
• L)Narrowing of the muscle between the stomach and duodenum
• M)Vomiting blood
• N)Making a new opening of the colon to the surface of the abdomen
• O)No opening of the esophagus
• P)Inflammation of the stomach
• Q)Obstruction
• R)Benign growth
• S)Inflammation of the tongue
• T)Gum disease
• U)Introduction of barium sulfate into the lower digestive tract
• V)Inflammation of the gallbladder
• W)Viewing the large intestine
• X)Inflammation of the liver

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Definitions:

Activation-Synthesis Theory

A theory in neuroscience that proposes dreams are created by the brain’s attempt to make sense of neural activity during sleep.

Dreaming

The experience of envisioned images, sounds, or other sensations during sleep.

Sleep Apnea

A serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person's breathing is interrupted during sleep, often leading to health problems.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A tiny region in the brain's hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms, regulating the 24-hour cycle of biological processes.