Question 1

Someone with anuria produces more urine than someone with oliguria.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

MATCHING
Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-a cup-shaped structure that catches the filtrate in the nephron

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

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition.
-describes pathological swelling or enlargement of the renal pelvis and calyces caused by blockage of the urine outflow

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 4

Extensions of cortical tissue that dip down into the medulla between the renal pyramids are called the renal papillae.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

One function of erythropoietin is to help reduce the amount of oxygen carried by the blood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

MATCHING
Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-tube that carries urine out of the body

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 7

Urinalysis is the physical,chemical,and microscopic examination of urine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The adrenal gland produces both ADH and aldosterone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Explain the function of the kidney.What substance do the kidneys help regulate?

Accepted Answer

The function of the kidneys is to filter

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Explain the process of resorption in the nephron.What parts of the nephron are involved in resorption?

Accepted Answer

The process of resorption in the nephron

Question 12

The renal corpuscle is made up of two structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What is glomerulonephritis?

Accepted Answer

Glomerulonephritis, also known as glomer

Question 14

Which structure is included in the discussion of the urinary system even though it is part of the circulatory system?

Accepted Answer

A)  glomerulus 
B)  proximal convoluted tubule 
C)  Bowman capsule 
D)  loop of Henle 
A)  glomerulus 
B)  proximal convoluted tubule 
C)  Bowman capsule 
D)  loop of Henle

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which structure is between the proximal and distal convoluted tubules?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bowman capsule 
B)  loop of Henle 
C)  glomerulus 
D)  renal corpuscle 
A)  Bowman capsule 
B)  loop of Henle 
C)  glomerulus 
D)  renal corpuscle

Question 17

Explain why the insertion of a urinary catheter would be an ineffective treatment for urinary suppression.

Accepted Answer

The insertion of a urinary catheter woul

Question 18

MATCHING
Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-an extension of the ureters into the kidney

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 19

The catabolism of carbohydrates can cause nitrogen wastes to accumulate in the blood.If the kidneys do not clear these wastes,they can quickly reach toxic levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

MATCHING
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

Exam 20: The Urinary System

Someone with anuria produces more urine than someone with oliguria.

MATCHING Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -a cup-shaped structure that catches the filtrate in the nephron

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition. -describes pathological swelling or enlargement of the renal pelvis and calyces caused by blockage of the urine outflow

Extensions of cortical tissue that dip down into the medulla between the renal pyramids are called the renal papillae.

One function of erythropoietin is to help reduce the amount of oxygen carried by the blood.

MATCHING Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -tube that carries urine out of the body

Urinalysis is the physical,chemical,and microscopic examination of urine.

The adrenal gland produces both ADH and aldosterone.

Explain the function of the kidney.What substance do the kidneys help regulate?

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

Explain the process of resorption in the nephron.What parts of the nephron are involved in resorption?

The renal corpuscle is made up of two structures.

What is glomerulonephritis?

Which structure is included in the discussion of the urinary system even though it is part of the circulatory system?

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

Which structure is between the proximal and distal convoluted tubules?

Explain why the insertion of a urinary catheter would be an ineffective treatment for urinary suppression.

MATCHING Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -an extension of the ureters into the kidney

The catabolism of carbohydrates can cause nitrogen wastes to accumulate in the blood.If the kidneys do not clear these wastes,they can quickly reach toxic levels.

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

An Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Body

Chemistry of Life

Cells

Tissues

Organ Systems of the Body

Mechanisms of Disease

The Integumentary System and Body Membranes

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

The Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Heart

The Circulation of the Blood

The Lymphatic System and Immunity

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Nutrition and Metabolism

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

The Reproductive Systems

Growth and Development

Genetics and Genetic Diseases

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