| The Digestive System
After studying this chapter, you will be able to: Name the parts of the digestive system and discuss the function of each part Define combining forms used in building words that relate to the digestive system Identify the meaning of related abbreviations Name the common diagnoses, clinical procedures, and laboratory tests used in treating disorders of the digestive system List and define the major pathological conditions of the digestive system Explain the meaning of surgical terms related to the digestive system Recognize common pharmacological agents used in treating disorders of the digestive system
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