ATI LPN
Renal System Multiple Choice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Medulla is characterized by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Medulla is the kidney's inner region containing pyramids and tubules.
Question 2 of 5
What is the effect on the kidney caused by increasing the release of ADH?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ADH enhances water reabsorption in collecting duct.
Question 3 of 5
In the nephron, if the afferent arteriole dilates and the efferent arteriole constricts, which of the following would be true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Renin release precedes these changes to raise pressure.
Question 4 of 5
The kidneys produce all of the following EXCEPT one. Which one?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aldosterone comes from adrenal cortex, not kidneys.
Question 5 of 5
One way to increase the glomerular filtration rate is to dilate:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dilation of afferent and constriction of efferent boosts GFR.