Chapter 11: Digestive System

Vocabulary words for chapter 11 digestive system

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Contractions that move the food from the pharynx to the stomach
Peristalsis
Substance secreted by the lining of the stomach, which is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12
Intrinsic factor
The material not absorbed by the intestines
Feces
An abnormal opening in an organ or tissue
Perforation
Movement
Motility
Vomiting blood
Hematemesis
Bright red blood in the feces
Hematochezia
Dark, tarry stool
Melena
Fecal matter
Stool
An inflammation of the peritoneum
Peritonitis
Dirty blood or bacteria in the bloodstream
Septicemia
To have a bowel movement
Defecate
Hidden blood
Occult blood
1. an examination of a stool specimen for the presence of adult parasites or their eggs (ova)
Ova and Parasite (O&P)
Tough, sticky material that sticks to the tooth surface
Dental plaque