Which Type of Movement in the GI System Is Primarily

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which type of movement in the GI system is primarily responsible for moving chyme back and forth, mixing it with digestive juices and promoting the absorption of nutrients?

• A) segmentation
• B) swallowing
• C) peristalsis
• D) defecation

---

Definitions:

Engelhardt

Refers to H. Tristram Engelhardt, Jr., a prominent figure in the field of bioethics known for his work on moral theory and the philosophy of medicine.

Passive Euthanasia

Allowing a person to die by withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatments, rather than actively causing death.

Active Euthanasia

The deliberate action taken to end the life of a patient suffering from an incurable and painful condition at their request.

Durable Power

This term is usually associated with "Durable Power of Attorney," a legal document allowing one person to make decisions on behalf of another, especially in health matters.