How Does the Gut Hypothesis Explain the Development of Systemic

question 15

Multiple Choice

How does the gut hypothesis explain the development of systemic inflammatory response syndrome?

• A)Injury or disruption of the gut barrier function allows bacterial translocation to occur.
• B)Active feeding of the gut promotes the migration of gut-associated lymphoid tissue.
• C)Bypassing feeding of the gut via parenteral nutrition promotes infection through open access to the blood system.
• D)Foodborne illness promotes absorption of foodborne pathogens, increasing infection.

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Definitions:

Interneurons

Neurons responsible for sending signals between other neurons, particularly within a reflex arc of the central nervous system.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, coordinating its activities and enabling bodily functions and sensations.

Motor Neurons

Specialized neurons that transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands, enabling movement and action.

Sensory Neurons

Nerve cells that are responsible for converting external stimuli from the organism's environment into internal electrical impulses for the brain to process as sensations.