Question 1

The __________ is the functional unit of the kidney.

Accepted Answer

nephron

Question 2

___________________________ is caused by an antigen-antibody reaction in the glomerular capsule.

Accepted Answer

Chronic glomerulonephritis

Question 3

A KUB is an x-ray study of the

Accepted Answer

A)  kidneys,uterus,and bladder. 
B)  kidneys,umbilicus,and back. 
C)  kidneys,urethra,and bladder. 
D)  kidneys,urethra,and back. 
E)  kidneys,ureters,and bladder. 
A)  kidneys,uterus,and bladder. 
B)  kidneys,umbilicus,and back. 
C)  kidneys,urethra,and bladder. 
D)  kidneys,urethra,and back. 
E)  kidneys,ureters,and bladder. E

Question 4

Which of the following is a diagnostic tool for detecting prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  AFP 
B)  HCG 
C)  CEA 
D)  PSA 
A)  AFP 
B)  HCG 
C)  CEA 
D)  PSA

Question 5

The glomerulus is a capillary extension of the renal artery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Surgical removal of the prostate gland is called

Accepted Answer

A)  prostatitis. 
B)  prostatocystitis. 
C)  prostatolith. 
D)  prostatectomy. 
A)  prostatitis. 
B)  prostatocystitis. 
C)  prostatolith. 
D)  prostatectomy.

Question 7

Which of the following is not typically transmitted sexually?

Accepted Answer

A)  HIV 
B)  Gonorrhea 
C)  Chlamydia 
D)  E.coli 
A)  HIV 
B)  Gonorrhea 
C)  Chlamydia 
D)  E.coli

Question 8

Children who have inherited polycystic kidney disease from a parent begin to show symptoms of renal disease in adolescence or young adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Pelvic irradiation rather than radioactive seed implantation is the preferred method for treating cancer of the prostate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

ED medications are contraindicated in patients with a history of MI or CVA.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Measures for preventing recurrence of renal calculi include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Drinking 3 to 4 quarts of fluid a day 
B)  Diet low in sodium and animal protein 
C)  Avoiding certain fruits and vegetables 
D)  Both A and B 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Drinking 3 to 4 quarts of fluid a day 
B)  Diet low in sodium and animal protein 
C)  Avoiding certain fruits and vegetables 
D)  Both A and B 
E)  All of the above

Question 12

The surgical procedure known as orchiopexy is used for which of the following pediatric disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nocturnal enuresis 
B)  Urinary reflux disorder 
C)  Cryptorchidism 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Nocturnal enuresis 
B)  Urinary reflux disorder 
C)  Cryptorchidism 
D)  All of the above

Question 13

Which of the following is an oral medication that acts as a topical anesthetic as it is released through the renal system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Macrodantin 
B)  Pyridium 
C)  Furadantin 
D)  Levaquin 
E)  Valtrex 
A)  Macrodantin 
B)  Pyridium 
C)  Furadantin 
D)  Levaquin 
E)  Valtrex

Question 14

Which of the following sexually transmitted infections is treated successfully with penicillin?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chlamydia 
B)  Syphilis 
C)  Genital herpes 
D)  Genital warts 
E)  Both A and B 
A)  Chlamydia 
B)  Syphilis 
C)  Genital herpes 
D)  Genital warts 
E)  Both A and B

Question 15

Which of the following is(are)helpful for treating male incontinence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Artificial urinary sphincter 
B)  Suburethral sling 
C)  External catheter 
D)  Pelvic muscle exercises 
E)  Both A and C 
A)  Artificial urinary sphincter 
B)  Suburethral sling 
C)  External catheter 
D)  Pelvic muscle exercises 
E)  Both A and C

Question 16

A(n)___________ forms on the male genitalia within a few days of exposure to the gonorrhea bacillus.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)___________ forms on the male genitalia within...

Question 17

Alcohol abuse is the most common cause of cancer of the bladder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Summarize what you learned in the chapter about the prostate-specific antigen test.

Accepted Answer

•	Most men have a PSA level below 4; a l

Question 19

Renal scanning is contraindicated in which of the following patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  Child with Wilms' tumor 
B)  Pregnant woman 
C)  Patient with chronic UTIs 
D)  Patient with an iodine allergy 
A)  Child with Wilms' tumor 
B)  Pregnant woman 
C)  Patient with chronic UTIs 
D)  Patient with an iodine allergy

Question 20

Which of the following is more common in men and is typically caused by chlamydia or gonorrhea bacteria?

Accepted Answer

A)  Urethritis 
B)  Cystitis 
C)  Pyelonephritis 
D)  Glomerulonephritis 
A)  Urethritis 
B)  Cystitis 
C)  Pyelonephritis 
D)  Glomerulonephritis

Exam 16: Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

The __________ is the functional unit of the kidney.

___________________________ is caused by an antigen-antibody reaction in the glomerular capsule.

A KUB is an x-ray study of the

Which of the following is a diagnostic tool for detecting prostate cancer?

The glomerulus is a capillary extension of the renal artery.

Surgical removal of the prostate gland is called

Which of the following is not typically transmitted sexually?

Children who have inherited polycystic kidney disease from a parent begin to show symptoms of renal disease in adolescence or young adulthood.

Pelvic irradiation rather than radioactive seed implantation is the preferred method for treating cancer of the prostate.

ED medications are contraindicated in patients with a history of MI or CVA.

Measures for preventing recurrence of renal calculi include which of the following?

The surgical procedure known as orchiopexy is used for which of the following pediatric disorders?

Which of the following is an oral medication that acts as a topical anesthetic as it is released through the renal system?

Which of the following sexually transmitted infections is treated successfully with penicillin?

Which of the following is(are)helpful for treating male incontinence?

A(n)___________ forms on the male genitalia within a few days of exposure to the gonorrhea bacillus.

Alcohol abuse is the most common cause of cancer of the bladder.

Summarize what you learned in the chapter about the prostate-specific antigen test.

Renal scanning is contraindicated in which of the following patients?

Which of the following is more common in men and is typically caused by chlamydia or gonorrhea bacteria?

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Health Record

Infection Control

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

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Principles of Pharmacology

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

Safety and Emergency Practices

Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

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Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting With Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in Blood Collection

Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting With Surgical Procedures

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