Question 1

Explain how the juxtaglomerular apparatus helps maintain proper blood flow to the kidney.

Accepted Answer

The juxtaglomerular apparatus is a speci

Question 2

Because of the location of the kidneys,there is less risk of peritonitis after surgery on the kidney than there is after surgery on the stomach.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is considered the first segment of the renal tubules?

Accepted Answer

A)  glomerulus 
B)  proximal convoluted tubule 
C)  distal convoluted tubule 
D)  collecting duct 
A)  glomerulus 
B)  proximal convoluted tubule 
C)  distal convoluted tubule 
D)  collecting duct

Question 4

Micturition and voiding mean the same thing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Describe the structure and function of the ureters.

Accepted Answer

The ureters are long, narrow tubes that

Question 6

Two sphincter muscles regulate urination: the internal urethral sphincter,which is voluntary,and the external urethral sphincter,which is involuntary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The papilla of the renal pyramids opens into which of the following structures?

Accepted Answer

A)  renal pelvis 
B)  renal medulla 
C)  renal cortex 
D)  calyx 
A)  renal pelvis 
B)  renal medulla 
C)  renal cortex 
D)  calyx

Question 8

Glomerulonephritis usually occurs several weeks after a systemic viral infection and is caused by a delayed immune response.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The inner portion of the kidney is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  renal pelvis 
B)  renal medulla 
C)  renal cortex 
D)  calyx 
A)  renal pelvis 
B)  renal medulla 
C)  renal cortex 
D)  calyx

Question 10

The outermost layer of the kidney is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  renal pelvis 
B)  renal medulla 
C)  renal cortex 
D)  calyx 
A)  renal pelvis 
B)  renal medulla 
C)  renal cortex 
D)  calyx

Question 11

Gravity moves urine through the ureters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

MATCHING
Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description.
-a muscular sac that stores urine until it is released from 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 13

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition.
-occurs when the kidneys produce urine but the bladder is unable to release it

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 14

Explain the process of micturition.

Accepted Answer

Micturition, also known as urination, is

Question 15

Both the glomerulus and the loop of Henle make up the renal corpuscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which condition occurs when the kidneys are no longer producing urine?

Accepted Answer

A)  urinary retention 
B)  urinary suppression 
C)  incontinence 
D)  enuresis 
A)  urinary retention 
B)  urinary suppression 
C)  incontinence 
D)  enuresis

Question 17

Both ADH and aldosterone tend to decrease the amount of material resorbed back into the blood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Filtration occurs in

Accepted Answer

A)  the renal corpuscle 
B)  the loop of Henle 
C)  the collecting duct 
D)  all parts of the kidney 
A)  the renal corpuscle 
B)  the loop of Henle 
C)  the collecting duct 
D)  all parts of the kidney

Question 19

Which of the following conditions can be treated by the insertion of a urinary catheter?

Accepted Answer

A)  urinary retention 
B)  urinary suppression 
C)  incontinence 
D)  enuresis 
A)  urinary retention 
B)  urinary suppression 
C)  incontinence 
D)  enuresis

Question 20

Which of the following is not true of RAAS?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is initiated by the kidney. 
B)  It stimulates the secretion of aldosterone. 
C)  It causes constriction of blood vessels. 
D)  All of the above are true of RAAS. 
A)  It is initiated by the kidney. 
B)  It stimulates the secretion of aldosterone. 
C)  It causes constriction of blood vessels. 
D)  All of the above are true of RAAS.

Exam 20: The Urinary System

Explain how the juxtaglomerular apparatus helps maintain proper blood flow to the kidney.

Because of the location of the kidneys,there is less risk of peritonitis after surgery on the kidney than there is after surgery on the stomach.

Which of the following is considered the first segment of the renal tubules?

Micturition and voiding mean the same thing.

Describe the structure and function of the ureters.

Two sphincter muscles regulate urination: the internal urethral sphincter,which is voluntary,and the external urethral sphincter,which is involuntary.

The papilla of the renal pyramids opens into which of the following structures?

Glomerulonephritis usually occurs several weeks after a systemic viral infection and is caused by a delayed immune response.

The inner portion of the kidney is called the

The outermost layer of the kidney is called the

Gravity moves urine through the ureters.

MATCHING Match each of the structures of the urinary system with its corresponding function or description. -a muscular sac that stores urine until it is released from the body

Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition. -occurs when the kidneys produce urine but the bladder is unable to release it

Explain the process of micturition.

Both the glomerulus and the loop of Henle make up the renal corpuscle.

Which condition occurs when the kidneys are no longer producing urine?

Both ADH and aldosterone tend to decrease the amount of material resorbed back into the blood.

Filtration occurs in

Which of the following conditions can be treated by the insertion of a urinary catheter?

Which of the following is not true of RAAS?

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

Filters