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Unit 5 Objectives: Digestive System
By the end of this unit the student should be able to:
By the end of this unit the student should be able to:
- Discuss the anatomy of the oral cavity, and list the functions of its major structures
- Describe the structures and functions of the pharynx and esophagus, and the key events of the swallowing process.
- Describe the anatomy of the stomach, including its histological features, and discuss its roles in digestion and absorption.
- Describe the anatomy of the small intestine, including its histological features, and explain the functions and regulation of intestinal secretions.
- Describe the structure and functions of the pancreas, liver, and gallbladder, and explain how their activities are regulated.
- Describe the structure of the large intestine, including its regional specializations, and list its absorptive functions.
- Describe enzymatically what happens to carbohydrates, proteins, and fats as they move through the gastrointestinal tract.
Part 1 - The Upper G. I.
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Reviews:Interactive Activity - Mouth to EsophagusAnimation: Swallowing |
Part 2 - The Lower G. I.
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Links:Activity: Name the organsOnline Lab - Exploring Human DigestionSelf-Study Quiz - Digestive System |
Digestive System Disease Project
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Pamphlet Construction - click herePowerPoint Creation - click herePresentation Skills- click here |
Links:Digestive System Diseases1st Hour Digestive Disease Sign-Up1st Hr Pamphlets Before and After |
Review
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Identify/Matching |