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Kidneys -in retroperitoneal space in abdominal cavity -one on each side of spine kidney functions -excrete metabolic waste -maintain water balance -regulate acid base balance -regulate blood pressure -secrete erythropoietin to stimulate RBC growth -activate Vit D to absorb calcium in intestines Kidney disorders may result in decrease in erythropoietin causing: anemia Vit D in kidney function -active form assists with Ca absorption in intestines -precursor ingested...

T or F: Potassium ions are at high concentrations inside of cells, including neurons - ANSWER-True The action potential is a result of: - ANSWER-the movement of ions The post-synaptic cell can be: - ANSWER-in glands, muscle cells and neurons Th resting potential of a neuron is - ANSWER--60mV T or F: The cell body refers to the part of the neurons that begin at the dendrites and extend to the axon terminal - ANSWER-false T or F: Voltage gated ion channels open when a protein binds ...

Urinary System / Portage Learning A&P2, Module 7 Questions and Answers 2023 urinary system organs 2 kidneys 2 ureters 1 urinary bladder 1 urethra kidney (shape, weight, location) bean shaped / size of soup can, about 5oz / located between T12-L3 vertebrae and are protected by the rib cage / right is slightly lower than the left b/c of the liver above it adrenal glands a pair of endocrine glands that sit just above the kidneys and secrete hormones (epinephrine and norepinephr...

How do H₂ Blockers (Cimetidine, Rantidine) help w/ gastric ulcers? Prevents binding of histamine to receptor; decreases acid secretion Diverticulosis Presence of diverticula (mucosal sacs in intestinal wall) rx: High fiber diet Diverticulitis When diverticula become inflamed rx: Clear liquids (Low residue diet or elemental), gradual return to high fiber Describe how to tell if someone has lactose intolerance using the lactose tolerance test If lactose intolerant - bl...

What are 2 main types of dialysis? - Correct Answer Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis How are dialysis clinics paid by Medicare? - Correct Answer Prospective payment system bundles What does "Pay for performance" mean - Correct Answer Clinics that dont meet certain quality standards will have their payments cut Which of the following are dialysis clinics required to work with - Correct Answer ESRDS networks Which of the following is a responsibility of the ERDS networks? - Correct Answe...

Fresenius Nurse Final Exam Part 1 Latest 2023 Graded A The 3 reasons that dialysis is a high risk area: 1. There is frequent exposure to blood 2. Patients & Staff are in close proximity 3. Dialysis patients are immunocompromised All dialysis surfaces must be disinfected with _____ bleach solution until surfaces is glistening _____ and then allow to 1:100/ wet/ air dry A ______ bleach solution is used to disinfect a large spill greater than ______ 1:10/ 10 ml The following are examples for wha...

IgA - Correct Answer-IgA antibodies are found in the mucous membranes of the lungs, sinuses, stomach, and intestines. Hyperparathyroidism - Correct Answer-A condition in which one or more of the parathyroid glands become overactive and secrete too much parathyroid hormone. Elevated levels of calcium or phosphorus in the urine The structural and functional units of the kidneys are called _____. - Correct AnswerNephrons The circuit from the left ventricle through the body tissues and back to...

Chapter 14: Urinary System and Venipuncture Lampignano: Bontrager’s Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 9th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The suprarenal glands are part of the endocrine system. a. True b. False ANS: B REF: 526 2. The left kidney is generally slightly lower, or more inferior, than the right. a. True b. False ANS: B REF: 526 3. Which abdominal muscles run on each side of, and medial and posterior to, the kidneys? a. Rectus abdominis b. Ext...

Anatomy and Physiology HESI A2 Admission Assessment 4th edition 154 Questions with Verified Answers Medial -CORRECT ANSWER toward the midline Lateral -CORRECT ANSWER away from the midline Proximal -CORRECT ANSWER closer to point of attachment Distal -CORRECT ANSWER farther away from point of attachment What plane divides the body into superior and inferior portions? -CORRECT ANSWER transverse plane What plane divides the body into left and right halves? -CORRECT ANSWER Sagitt...

Wendy Beckham 2402 FINAL Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers What is/are the primary function(s) of the endocrine system? - answer• Secretes hormones into the blood via endocrine glands • Communicates with target cells throughout the body • The response is slow, long-lasting (minutes to weeks) and widespread What other system functions as a regulatory system? - answerNervous System What do endocrine glands produce and where do they secrete these substances? - answerHormones in...