Exam 20: The Urinary System

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition. -another term for kidney stones

The bladder emptying reflex causes contraction of the muscle of the bladder and relaxation of the two sphincter muscles.

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

The hormone ADH is released from the

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

Someone with polyuria produces more urine than someone with oliguria.

The urethra in the female is about half as long as the urethra in the male.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -the production of a small amount of urine

Describe the three stages in chronic renal failure.

What is cystitis? Explain how a person's gender affects the risk of developing cystitis.

If a person is becoming dehydrated,which hormone would you expect to find in high concentration in the blood: ADH or ANH? Explain your answer.

Chemical analysis is used to determine whether there are casts in the urine.

Both ADH and aldosterone tend to reduce the amount of urine produced.

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

Which hormone tends to increase the amount of urine produced?

What is hydronephrosis and what are some of its causes?

Which of the following is not a function of the urinary system?

Ureters are tubes connecting the kidney and the urinary bladder.

What condition occurs when the kidneys produce urine but the bladder cannot empty the urine?

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -refers to the production of a large amount of urine