GIS - revision

A. Provide the correct medical terms:

1. Another name for emesis VOMITING                                6. Excision of the gallbladder
CHOLECYSTECTOMY

2. Enlargement of the liver HEPATOMEGALY       7. Tooth decay DENTAL CARIES/CAVITY

3. Inflammation of the liver HEPATITIS                  8. Defecation BOWEL MOVEMENT/EMPTYING THE
BOWELS

4. Gas in the bowels WIND/FLATULENCE                               9. Releasing gas from the
stomach via the mouth BURPING/BELCHING

5. Indigestion DYSPEPSIA                                             10. Distended stomach due to
overeating BLOATING


B. Complete the sentences:

1. After we consume food, the body mechanically and chemically breaks it down, then transports it
for absorption and defecation (final waste removal). (ABSORB)

2. Once food has passed through the small intestine, it is mostly indigestible material and water.
(DIGEST)

3. The GIS is made up of the teeth, tongue, salivary glands, esophagus, stomach, small and large
intestine, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. (SALIVA)

4. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease are both chronic, incurable, and can affect the large and
small intestines. (CURE)

5. Painful burning sensation in the chest that is caused by gastroesophageal reflux is known as
heartburn. (BURN)


C. Explain the difference:

1. diarrhea vs. constipation

2. diabetes type 1 vs. diabetes type 2

3. gastritis vs. gastroenteritis

4. tartar vs. plaque

5. tooth pick vs. dental floss