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Review Questions

QUESTIONS

In the following multiple choice questions, choose the letter corresponding to the
one best answer.

1. The enzyme renin is released as a result of:

A. increased filtration volume and high blood pressure.

B. release of aldosterone and high sodium concentration in filtrate.

C. decreased systemic blood pressure and sodium concentration in
filtrate.

D. strong vasoconstriction in afferent arterioles.

E. the influence of the hormone aldosterone.

2. The main effects of angiotensin II on kidney function are:

A. dilation of afferent arterioles and reduction of blood pressure.

B. increased absorption of water and antidiuretic hormone release.

C. inhibition of aldosterone release and decreased sodium absorption.

D. vasoconstriction and release of the hormone aldosterone.

E. increased release of the enzyme renin and decreased sodium
absorption.

3. Which kidney structures respond to the effects of antidiuretic hormone
(ADH)?

A. Collecting tubules and collecting ducts

B. Proximal convoluted tubules

C. Distal convoluted tubules

D. Thin tubules in the loop of Henle

E. Vasa recta

4. What unique features in the bladder wall allow it to stretch or enlarge
to increased volume?

A. Thicker smooth muscle layers in the wall

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