Gi tract

The human digestive system, system used in the human body for the process of digestion. The human digestive system consists primarily of the digestive tract, or the series of structures and organs through which food and liquids pass during their processing into forms absorbable into the bloodstream. The system also consists of the structures through which wastes pass in the process of elimination and other organs that contribute juices necessary for the digestive process Nicholas Carr…

Anatomy of GI Tract

GI absorption of nutrients

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Gastrointestinal Tract: Overview And The Mouth The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is responsible for the breakdown of food into its component parts so that they can be absorbed into the body. It is made up of the mouth, oesophagus, stomach and small and large intestines. The salivary glands, liver, gallbladder and pancreas are organs distinct from the GI tract, but all secrete juices into the tract and aid the digestion and absorption of the food (Fig. 37a). Structure Different regions of the…

⭐️ Crohn's vs. Ulcerative Colitis Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) primarily includes two conditions: Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, and understanding the differences between the two as a nursing student is key 🟢 Crohn's Disease: → Affects entire GI tract → Affects full thickness of bowel wall → Ulcerations can be patchy and scattered (skip lesions) 🔵 Ulcerative Colitis: → Affects colon and rectum → Affects mucosal layer of bowel wall → Ulcerations are continuous throughout

On a grosser note, a poop chart. Helps you identify what is going on in your GI tract.

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