Lesson 13 Evaluation – The Urinary System

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  1. Which one of the following two statements is correct?
     Urine produced in the kidneys passes through the ureters to the bladder where it is stored until it is evacuated. It is then expelled from the body through a single tube called the urethra.
     Urine produced in the kidneys passes through the urethras to the bladder where it is stored until it is evacuated. It is then expelled from the body through a single tube called the ureter.
  2. The kidneys are responsible for eliminating toxins and waste materials from the blood, and for maintaining the __________ balance.
     oxygen
     electrolyte
     hormone
  3. Urinary tract stones result from the crystallization of minerals, most commonly
     magnesium.
     potassium.
     calcium.
     iron.
  4. True or False: Calcium-containing antacids can cause kidney stones.
     True
     False
  5. The most common organism found in urinary tract infections (UTI’s) is
     E. coli
     Streptococcus
     Staphylococcus
     Acidophilus
  6. The most common reason that the elderly are put in nursing homes is
     senile dementia.
     urinary tract infections.
     urinary incontinence.
     Alzheimer’s disease.
  7. A parasitic opportunistic yeastlike fungus that is found in the mouth, skin, intestinal tract, and vagina of all individuals and is responsible for most mycotic infections is
     E. coli
     Streptococcus
     Staphylococcus
     Acidophilus
     Candida albicans
  8. Herbalists often combine herbs into formulations, usually selecting herbs that are ______ with each other.
     antagonistic
     synergistic
     contrary
     grown
  9. Hydrangea root (Hydrangea arborescens) is a bitter herb that is antilithic, which means that it
     dissolves urinary stones.
     cures urinary tract infections.
     helps incontinence.
     promotes the flow of urine.
  10. diuretic is a substance that
     dissolves urinary stones.
     cures urinary tract infections.
     helps incontinence.
     promotes the flow of urine.
  11. One of the best conservative treatments for urinary incontinence for both men and women is the well-known _____ exercises.
     Yoga
     isotonic
     Kegel
     aerobic
  12. The _______ gland is a walnut-sized gland that surrounds the neck of the bladder and the urethra in males only.
     prostate
     thymus
     pineal
     testes
  13. Which of the following herbs has traditionally been used by men for prostate problems?
     ginger
     saw palmetto
     red raspberry
     Eleuthero (Siberian ginseng)
  14. Which of the following is not commonly known for its beneficial nutritional effects for the prostate gland?
     Zinc
     Pygeum
     Stinging Nettle
     Saw Palmetto
     Asparagus
  15. An herb that is known for its slippery effect is often referred to as
     synergistic.
     mucilaginous.
     diuretic.
     antilithic.
  16. Which of the following herbs is not known for its diuretic effect?
     Parsley
     Uva ursi
     Golden seal
     Juniper
  17. NSP’s key product for the urinary system is
     JP-X
     Urinary Maintenance
     Cranberry/Buchu
     PS II