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WorksheetsCH. 7 Urinary system
Total questions: 68
Worksheet time: 34mins
What is the meaning of the combining form 'albumin/o'?
albumin (a protein in the blood)
sugar
fat
enzyme
What is the meaning of the combining form 'azot/o'?
nitrogen
oxygen
carbon dioxide
hydrogen
What is the meaning of the combining form 'bacteri/o'?
bacteria
virus
fungus
cell
What is the meaning of the combining form 'dips/o'?
thirst
pain
swelling
color
What is the meaning of the combining form 'kal/i'?
potassium
calcium
sodium
magnesium
What is the meaning of the combining forms 'ket/o, keton/o'?
ketone bodies (ketoacids and acetone)
sugar
protein
fat
What is the meaning of the combining form 'lith/o'?
stone
water
blood
muscle
What is the meaning of the combining form 'natr/o'?
sodium
potassium
calcium
magnesium
What is the meaning of the combining form 'noct/o'?
night
day
water
light
What is the meaning of the combining form 'olig/o'?
scanty
large
fast
old
What is the meaning of the suffix '-poietin'?
substance that forms
enzyme that breaks down
cell that engulfs
hormone that inhibits
What does the combining form 'py/o' mean?
pus
fever
blood
cell
What is the meaning of the suffix '-tripsy'?
crushing
cutting
binding
removal
What does the suffix '-uria' mean?
urination; urine condition
inflammation
pain
tumor
Urologic refers to which system of the body?
Digestive
Endocrine
Excretory
Using the following terms, trace the path of urine from the renal arterioles (bloodstream) to the point at which urine leaves the body. The first answer is provided. Terms: glomerular capsule, renal pelvis, ureter, urinary bladder, glomerulus, renal tubule, urethra, urinary meatus.
2. glomerular capsule 3. renal tubule 4. renal pelvis 5. ureter 6. urinary bladder 7. urethra 8. urinary meatus
2. glomerular capsule 3. renal pelvis 4. renal tubule 5. ureter 6. urinary bladder 7. urethra 8. urinary meatus
2. glomerulus 3. glomerular capsule 4. renal tubule 5. renal pelvis 6. ureter 7. urinary bladder 8. urethra
2. glomerular capsule 3. renal tubule 4. ureter 5. renal pelvis 6. urinary bladder 7. urethra 8. urinary meatus
The term 'caliceal' refers to which of the following?
Pertaining to the calyx of the kidney
Related to the heart muscle
Associated with the liver cells
Pertaining to the lung alveoli
Uric acid is:
a waste product formed from the breakdown of purines in the body
a hormone produced by the pancreas
a protein found in red blood cells
an enzyme that digests carbohydrates
Urinary meatal stenosis refers to:
Narrowing of the opening of the urethra
Inflammation of the urinary bladder
Enlargement of the prostate gland
Infection of the kidney
Cystocele refers to which of the following conditions?
Protrusion of the urinary bladder into the vagina
Inflammation of the gallbladder
Enlargement of the prostate gland
Swelling of the lymph nodes
Pyelolithotomy refers to:
Surgical removal of a stone from the renal pelvis
Surgical removal of the gallbladder
Surgical repair of the ureter
Surgical removal of a kidney
Trigonitis refers to which of the following conditions?
Inflammation of the trigone region of the bladder
Enlargement of the thyroid gland
Inflammation of the trachea
Infection of the tonsils
Ureteroileostomy refers to:
A surgical procedure in which the ureters are connected to a segment of the ileum to divert urine flow
Inflammation of the ureter and ileum
Removal of the ureter and ileum
A congenital defect involving the ureter and ileum
Give the meaning of the following term: urethrostenosis.
Narrowing of the urethra.
Inflammation of the urethra.
Enlargement of the urethra.
Formation of stones in the urethra.
Give the meaning of the following term: vesicoureteral reflux.
Backward flow of urine from the bladder into the ureters.
Inflammation of the bladder lining.
Obstruction of urine flow at the urethra.
Formation of stones in the urinary bladder.
Give the meaning of the following term: creatinine.
A waste product produced by muscles and excreted in urine.
A hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
A protein that transports oxygen in the blood.
An enzyme involved in digestion.
Give the meaning of the following term: medullary.
Pertaining to the medulla (inner region of an organ).
Relating to the outer surface of an organ.
Describing a type of muscle tissue.
Associated with blood vessels.
Give the meaning of the following term: cortical.
Pertaining to the cortex (outer region of an organ).
Related to the inner core of an organ.
A type of connective tissue found in bones.
A process of cell division in plants.
Give the meaning of the following term: calciferol.
A form of vitamin D.
A type of carbohydrate.
A mineral found in bones.
A digestive enzyme.
What is the meaning of nocturia?
Excessive urination at night.
Blood in the urine.
Painful urination.
Absence of urination.
what is the meaning of dysuria?
Painful or difficult urination.
Excessive urination at night.
Presence of glucose in urine.
Absence of urination.
What is the meaning of oliguria?
Scanty or decreased urination.
Excessive urination at night.
Presence of glucose in urine.
Painful urination.
What is the meaning of polyuria?
Excessive urination.
Lack of urination.
Painful urination.
Bloody urination.
What is the meaning of anuria?
Absence of urination.
Excessive urination at night.
Presence of glucose in urine.
Painful urination.
Give the meanings of azotemia?
Excess nitrogenous waste in the blood.
Presence of blood in the urine.
Painful urination.
Frequent urination at night.
Give the meanings of polydipsia?
Excessive thirst.
Excessive urination.
Painful urination.
Blood in urine.
Give the meanings of urinary incontinence?
Inability to control urination.
Excessive production of urine.
Painful urination.
Presence of blood in urine.
Give the meanings of enuresis?
Involuntary urination, especially at night (bedwetting).
Painful or difficult urination.
Presence of blood in the urine.
Frequent urination at night.
Give the meanings of urinary retention?
Inability to completely empty the bladder.
Excessive urination at night.
Painful urination.
Presence of blood in urine.
Give the meanings of ketosis?
Presence of ketones in the body due to fat breakdown.
Excessive production of urine due to high glucose levels.
Inflammation of the urinary bladder lining.
Formation of stones in the urinary tract.
The difference between hematuria and uremia is:
Hematuria is the presence of blood in urine, while uremia is a buildup of waste products in the blood due to kidney failure.
Hematuria is a buildup of waste products in the blood, while uremia is the presence of blood in urine.
Hematuria and uremia both refer to the presence of blood in urine.
Hematuria and uremia both refer to kidney stones.
Diuresis is:
the increased production of urine
the decrease in blood pressure
the process of blood clotting
the absorption of nutrients in the intestine
A diuretic is:
a substance that increases urine production
a type of painkiller
a hormone that lowers blood sugar
a vitamin supplement
Antidiuretic hormone is:
a hormone that helps regulate water balance in the body
a hormone that increases blood sugar levels
a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production
a hormone that controls muscle contraction
Hyponatremia is:
a condition characterized by low sodium levels in the blood
a condition characterized by high potassium levels in the blood
a condition characterized by high calcium levels in the blood
a condition characterized by low glucose levels in the blood
Hyperkalemia is:
a condition characterized by high levels of potassium in the blood
a condition characterized by low levels of sodium in the blood
a condition characterized by high levels of calcium in the blood
a condition characterized by low levels of potassium in the blood
PKU is:
a genetic disorder affecting the metabolism of phenylalanine
a type of viral infection
a vitamin deficiency disease
a bacterial skin infection
Renal failure is an abnormal condition that affects the kidney. Which of the following best describes renal failure?
A condition where the kidneys lose their ability to function properly
A condition where the kidneys produce excess urine
A condition where the kidneys increase blood pressure
A condition where the kidneys filter blood more efficiently
Polycystic kidney is described as which of the following abnormal conditions affecting the kidney?
A condition characterized by the presence of multiple cysts in the kidneys
A condition where the kidneys shrink in size
A condition where the kidneys fail to produce urine
A condition characterized by kidney stones
Interstitial nephritis is best described as which of the following conditions affecting the kidney?
Inflammation of the spaces between kidney tubules
Formation of kidney stones
Blockage of the renal artery
Overproduction of urine
Glomerulonephritis is an abnormal condition that affects which part of the kidney?
Glomeruli
Renal pelvis
Ureter
Renal capsule
Nephrolithiasis is best described as which of the following abnormal conditions affecting the kidney?
The formation of kidney stones
Inflammation of the kidney tissue
A bacterial infection of the kidney
A congenital absence of one kidney
Renal cell carcinoma is best described as which of the following abnormal conditions affecting the kidney?
A malignant tumor originating from the renal cortex
A benign cystic growth in the kidney
An infection of the renal pelvis
A congenital absence of one kidney
Pyelonephritis is best described as which of the following abnormal conditions affecting the kidney?
A bacterial infection causing inflammation of the kidney and renal pelvis
A non-cancerous tumor of the kidney
A genetic disorder leading to cyst formation in the kidneys
A blockage of the ureter due to kidney stones
Nephrotic syndrome is an abnormal condition that affects the kidney. Which of the following best describes this condition?
It is characterized by excessive protein loss in urine, low blood protein levels, high cholesterol, and swelling.
It is a bacterial infection of the kidney causing fever and back pain.
It is a genetic disorder leading to the formation of kidney stones.
It is a condition where the kidneys stop producing urine completely.
Renal hypertension is an abnormal condition that affects the kidney. Which of the following best describes this condition?
High blood pressure caused by narrowing of the arteries that supply the kidneys
Low blood pressure due to kidney failure
Excessive urine production due to kidney infection
Swelling of the kidneys due to fluid retention
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 1. idiopathic high blood pressure ____________________________
essential hypertension
secondary hypertension
malignant hypertension
white coat hypertension
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 2. swelling, fluid in tissues
edema
anemia
cyanosis
ischemia
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 3. narrowed area in a tube ____________________________
stricture
fistula
diverticulum
aneurysm
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 4. collection of pus ____________________________
abscess
edema
ulcer
cyst
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 5. inadequate secretion of insulin or improper utilization of insulin leads to this condition ____________________________
diabetes mellitus
hypothyroidism
anemia
hypertension
high blood pressure caused by kidney disease or another disease
secondary hypertension
primary hypertension
essential hypertension
malignant hypertension
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 7. tube for withdrawing or giving fluid
catheter
stethoscope
syringe
scalpel
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 8. inadequate secretion or resistance of the kidney to the action of antidiuretic hormone ____________________________
diabetes insipidus
glomerulonephritis
nephrotic syndrome
renal calculi
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 9. prolapse of a kidney ____________________________
nephroptosis
nephrolithiasis
nephrectomy
nephritis
Match the listed terms with their meanings/descriptions that follow. 10. severe pain resulting from a stone that is blocking a ureter or a kidney ____________________________
renal colic
nephritis
cystitis
pyelonephritis
Narrowed arterioles in the kidney increase blood pressure, so (a) is often associated with hypertension.
urinary incontinence
urinary retention
nephrosclerosis
Circle the correct term to complete the following sentences.
5. Eight-year-old Willy continually wet the bed at night while sleeping. The pediatrician recommended limiting Willy's intake of fluids in the evening to discourage the (a) .
nocturia
oliguria
enuresis
