University of Missouri - MPP 3202 Exam 4 Answer Key - 100% Correct Answers

1. MAJOR functions of the kidneys include a. Secretion of ADH b. Filtration of urine into Bowman’s Space c. Regulation of extracellular fluid composition and volume d. Excretion of excess CCK an d secretin 2. The glomerulus of every nephron a. Is dispensible (unnecessary) for renal function b. Is located in the renal cortex c. Is responsible for reabsorbing most of the water d. Is the final point in the nephron before renal filtrate becomes urine 3. Severe blood loss or dehydration producing in a drop in renal blood flow results in _____________ and ________________. a. Decreased GFR, activation of the renin-angiotensin–aldosterone system b. Decreased GFR, activation of ANP release c. Increased GFR, decreased water reabsorption d. No change in GFR, reversal of flow through the Loop of Henle 4. For any solute entering the glomerular capillary bed, the amount of it that ends up being excreted in urine is equal to a. The amount filtered plus the amount reabsorbed minus the amount secreted b. The amount filtered minus the amount secreted plus the amount reabsorbed c. The amount filtered minus the amount reabsorbed plus the amount secreted d. The amount filtered minus the mount reabsorbed minus the amount secreted