The Urinary System
Lesson 13 - Self-Evaluation

Directions: Select the best answer for each of the following questions and then click on the submit button.

  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. A 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


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