ATI LPN
Renal System Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The tuft of capillaries in the renal corpuscle is called the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glomerulus is the capillary network in the renal corpuscle for filtration.
Question 2 of 5
When systemic blood pressure increases, how does the kidney respond to maintain glomerular filtration rate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Afferent constriction stabilizes GFR despite high blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the statements about the capillaries of the glomerulus is NOT true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Capillaries lack smooth muscle; only endothelial cells present.
Question 4 of 5
Complete the following sentence correctly. Angiotensin II
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Angiotensin II triggers aldosterone release for sodium retention.
Question 5 of 5
What name is given to the blood vessel that connects the capillaries of the glomerulus to the vasa recta?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Efferent arteriole links glomerulus to vasa recta.