Learning Outcomes

When you have studied this study session, you should be able to:

• Discuss the mechanism of deglutition with pharynx and esophagus
• Describe the structure and function of the stomach and the process of gastric emptying.
• Explain the structures and functions of small and large intestine
• Describe the digestive function of pancreas, gall bladder and liver.
• Discuss the effects of anesthesia on the gastrointestinal system
• Perform focused gastrointestinal preanesthetic assessment