NURS231 Pathophysiology Module 8 Exam With Answers (26 Solved Questions)

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Module 8 Exam Question 1 2.5 / 2.5 pts Each of the following statements are true regarding control over the GFR except: The kidney can maintain a constant GFR despite variations in the arterial blood pressure of the rest of the body. Correct! The sympathetic nervous system cannot supersede the renal autoregulatory system. The sympathetic nervous system can supersede the renal autoregulatory system. The RAA responds when blood pressure drops below normal limits. Question 2 2.5 / 2.5 pts
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Which of the following statements is false regarding ADH? Elevated levels of ADH will lead to a small volume of concentrated urine. Decreased levels of ADH will lead to dilute urine. Correct! Alcohol increases ADH levels. alcohol is a diuretic and will inhibit the release of ADH. Question 3 2.5 / 2.5 pts Juxtamedullary nephrons are characterized by the following except: Correct! They make up 85% of all nephrons they make up 15% of all nephrons They originate deep in the cortex Their loops of Henle extend across the entire medulla Question 4 2.5 / 2.5 pts Low Na + levels in the plasma and interstitial compartment is characteristic of which of the following fluid imbalances? Dehydration Correct! Water intoxication Edema Question 5 2.5 / 2.5 pts Reabsorption in the PCT is characterized by the following except: Na+ and water are reabsorbed in equal proportions

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