Question 1

The order in which filtrate flows through the nephron is the Bowman capsule, proximal convoluted tubule, distal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, and the collecting tubule.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-The blood vessel in the Bowman capsule

Accepted Answer

A) Calyx 
B) Urinary bladder 
C) Bowman capsule 
D) Loop of Henle 
E) Renal cortex
F)Collecting tubule
G)Proximal convoluted tubule
H)Renal medulla
I)Ureters
J)Renal pyramids
K)Juxtaglomerular apparatus
L)Glomerulus
M)Urethra
N)Distal convoluted tubule
O)Renal pelvis 
A) Calyx 
B) Urinary bladder 
C) Bowman capsule 
D) Loop of Henle 
E) Renal cortex
F)Collecting tubule
G)Proximal convoluted tubule
H)Renal medulla
I)Ureters
J)Renal pyramids
K)Juxtaglomerular apparatus
L)Glomerulus
M)Urethra
N)Distal convoluted tubule
O)Renal pelvis

Question 3

Reabsorption and secretion occur only in the tubules of the nephron.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Describe the structure and function of the urinary bladder.

Accepted Answer

The urinary bladder is a hollow, muscula

Question 5

Urinalysis can sometimes be used to detect inborn errors of metabolism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The right kidney is slightly lower than the left kidney.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Explain why kidney surgery is less likely to cause peritonitis than is stomach surgery.

Accepted Answer

Kidney surgery is less likely to cause p

Question 8

The outer layer of the kidney is called the renal medulla.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-Structure into which the papilla of the pyramids of the kidney opens

Accepted Answer

A) Calyx 
B) Urinary bladder 
C) Bowman capsule 
D) Loop of Henle 
E) Renal cortex
F)Collecting tubule
G)Proximal convoluted tubule
H)Renal medulla
I)Ureters
J)Renal pyramids
K)Juxtaglomerular apparatus
L)Glomerulus
M)Urethra
N)Distal convoluted tubule
O)Renal pelvis 
A) Calyx 
B) Urinary bladder 
C) Bowman capsule 
D) Loop of Henle 
E) Renal cortex
F)Collecting tubule
G)Proximal convoluted tubule
H)Renal medulla
I)Ureters
J)Renal pyramids
K)Juxtaglomerular apparatus
L)Glomerulus
M)Urethra
N)Distal convoluted tubule
O)Renal pelvis

Question 10

Describe the three stages in chronic renal failure.

Accepted Answer

The three stages in chronic renal failur

Question 11

Renal calculi can cause both renal colic and hydronephrosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition.
-Symptoms of this condition result from the loss of protein from the blood

Accepted Answer

A) Renal calculi 
B) Nephrotic syndrome 
C) Cystitis 
D) Urinary retention 
E) Glycosuria
F)Hydronephrosis
G)Urinary suppression
H)Glomerulonephritis
I)Incontinence
J)Nephritis 
A) Renal calculi 
B) Nephrotic syndrome 
C) Cystitis 
D) Urinary retention 
E) Glycosuria
F)Hydronephrosis
G)Urinary suppression
H)Glomerulonephritis
I)Incontinence
J)Nephritis

Question 13

The collecting tubules of most nephrons remain within the renal cortex, but the collecting tubules of juxtamedullary nephrons dip deeply into the renal medulla.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The calyces are the narrow, innermost ends of the pyramids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Describe the location of the kidneys, and explain the ways in which the kidneys are protected.

Accepted Answer

The kidneys are located in the upper abd

Question 16

Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-Tubes that connect the kidney and the urinary bladder

Accepted Answer

A) Calyx 
B) Urinary bladder 
C) Bowman capsule 
D) Loop of Henle 
E) Renal cortex
F)Collecting tubule
G)Proximal convoluted tubule
H)Renal medulla
I)Ureters
J)Renal pyramids
K)Juxtaglomerular apparatus
L)Glomerulus
M)Urethra
N)Distal convoluted tubule
O)Renal pelvis 
A) Calyx 
B) Urinary bladder 
C) Bowman capsule 
D) Loop of Henle 
E) Renal cortex
F)Collecting tubule
G)Proximal convoluted tubule
H)Renal medulla
I)Ureters
J)Renal pyramids
K)Juxtaglomerular apparatus
L)Glomerulus
M)Urethra
N)Distal convoluted tubule
O)Renal pelvis

Question 17

The processes of filtration and secretion both move material into the nephron.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A full bladder contains folds in its wall called rugae.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition.
-Refers to the involuntary voiding or loss of urine in an older child or adult

Accepted Answer

A) Renal calculi 
B) Nephrotic syndrome 
C) Cystitis 
D) Urinary retention 
E) Glycosuria
F)Hydronephrosis
G)Urinary suppression
H)Glomerulonephritis
I)Incontinence
J)Nephritis 
A) Renal calculi 
B) Nephrotic syndrome 
C) Cystitis 
D) Urinary retention 
E) Glycosuria
F)Hydronephrosis
G)Urinary suppression
H)Glomerulonephritis
I)Incontinence
J)Nephritis

Question 20

The kidneys are protected by the parietal peritoneum and a heavy layer of fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 20: Urinary System

The order in which filtrate flows through the nephron is the Bowman capsule, proximal convoluted tubule, distal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, and the collecting tubule.

Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -The blood vessel in the Bowman capsule

Reabsorption and secretion occur only in the tubules of the nephron.

Describe the structure and function of the urinary bladder.

Urinalysis can sometimes be used to detect inborn errors of metabolism.

The right kidney is slightly lower than the left kidney.

Explain why kidney surgery is less likely to cause peritonitis than is stomach surgery.

The outer layer of the kidney is called the renal medulla.

Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -Structure into which the papilla of the pyramids of the kidney opens

Describe the three stages in chronic renal failure.

Renal calculi can cause both renal colic and hydronephrosis.

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition. -Symptoms of this condition result from the loss of protein from the blood

The collecting tubules of most nephrons remain within the renal cortex, but the collecting tubules of juxtamedullary nephrons dip deeply into the renal medulla.

The calyces are the narrow, innermost ends of the pyramids.

Describe the location of the kidneys, and explain the ways in which the kidneys are protected.

Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -Tubes that connect the kidney and the urinary bladder

The processes of filtration and secretion both move material into the nephron.

A full bladder contains folds in its wall called rugae.

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition. -Refers to the involuntary voiding or loss of urine in an older child or adult

The kidneys are protected by the parietal peritoneum and a heavy layer of fat.

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