1. Describe the processes of digestion, absorption, motility and secretion throughout the digestive system
2. Describe the neuroendocrine controls of the cephalic phase, gastric, and intestinal phases of digestion
3. Describe the processes of digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
4. Differentiate long and short reflexes
5. Identify the components and function of saliva
6. Describe the process of swallowing
7. Describe the feedforward controls of salivary and gastric secretions and gastric motility
8. Identify the function of the secretory products from mucous, chief, parietal, G, D, and enterochromaffin-like cells
9. Explain the molecular basis of gastric acid production, the regulation of acid production, and the treatment options for acid reduction, including proton-pump inhibitors
10. Differentiate peristalsis and segmentation
11. Describe the role of bicarbonate throughout digestion
12. Describe the physiologic response to the arrival in the duodenum of: acidic high osmolarity chyme, carbohydrates, fats
13. Identify the regulatory hormones of the intestinal phase of digestion, the stimulus for their release, and their effects
14. Summarize the function of pancreatic enzymes and the specific functions of the brush border disaccharidases
15. Explain the significance of water absorption and motility in the colon

Specific hormones and chemicals to identify

1. Gastrin
2. Histamine
3. Somatostatin
4. Cholecystokinin
5. Secretin
6. GIP
7. Intrinsic factor
8. Carbonic anhydrase
9. Pepsin
10. Trypsin
11. Disaccharidases
12. Lipase
13. Amylase