PBL 13

Write 10 questions for each topic: Revise the anatomy and histology of the gastrointestinal tract and describe the digestive functions of each area Describe the structure and function of the digestive system organs – liver, gallbladder, pancreas Describe the causes and clinical presentation of acute pancreatitis and how the gallbladder and liver are involved/affected Define the components of a healthy diet and different requirements for different ages Explain the consequences of nutritional deficiencies related to the major food groups, vitamins and essential minerals, including in relation to popular diets Describe glycogenesis, lipogenesis, glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis and ketogenesis Describe causes of unintentional weight loss, considering psychological and metabolic causes, across all age groups Describe the common eating disorders and their epidemiology Describe risk factors for development of Anorexia Nervosa and potential physical findings in people with this disorder