Asked by Isbah Maududi on Jul 09, 2024
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George has to have his gallbladder removed. His friend told him he can no longer eat fats because he will no longer produce bile. Is this an accurate description of George's future diet?
A) No; the gallbladder only stores the bile that is produced by the liver.
B) No; bile is involved in protein digestion only.
C) Yes; the gallbladder is the organ that produces bile.
D) Yes; bile must first be stored in the gallbladder before it is functional.
Gallbladder
A small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver, which stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver.
Bile
A digestive fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, that aids in the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.
- Recognize the role of the gallbladder in bile storage and its impact on fat digestion.
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camden freemanJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The gallbladder's primary function is to store bile, which is produced by the liver. Even without a gallbladder, bile still flows directly from the liver to the small intestine, although not in the same regulated manner. Therefore, while George may need to adjust his diet, it is not true that he can no longer eat fats because his body will still produce bile.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the role of the gallbladder in bile storage and its impact on fat digestion.