18 Questions
What is the typical daily volume of urine eliminated by a normal adult?
1-2 liters
Which of the following compounds is responsible for the yellow or amber color of urine?
Urochrome
What is the characteristic of the urine of diabetics?
Fruity odor due to the presence of ketone bodies
What is the range of specific gravity values for normal urine?
4.6-8.0
Which of the following factors does not influence urine volume?
Exercise routine
What is the purpose of urinalysis in evaluating kidney function?
To analyze the volume and properties of urine
What happens to the specific gravity of urine when the concentration of solutes increases?
It increases
What is the primary function of the Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) test?
To measure the amount of urea in the blood
What is the normal range of specific gravity in urine?
1.001-1.035
What is the primary indication of a creatinine level above 1.5 mg/dL?
Poor kidney function
What is the purpose of minimizing protein intake in patients with renal disease?
To decrease the rate of urea production
What is the result of catabolism of creatine phosphate in skeletal muscle?
Creatinine production
At what percentage of normal kidney function do signs of kidney dysfunction usually become apparent?
25%
Following nephrectomy, what happens to the remaining kidney?
It is able to filter blood at 80% of the rate of two normal kidneys
What occurs in the renal corpuscle?
Glomerular filtration
What percentage of filtered water and solutes are reabsorbed into the bloodstream?
99%
What is the difference between reabsorption and absorption?
Absorption is the return of substances to the bloodstream, while reabsorption is the entry of new substances into the body
What are the three basic processes involved in producing urine?
Glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption, and urine production
Evaluate the routine assessment of kidney function, including urinalysis and factors that affect urine production. Learn about the normal volume of urine eliminated per day and how it's affected by various factors. Understand the importance of kidney function evaluation.
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