25 Questions
What is the main cause of cystitis?
Ascending infection
What happens to the bladder during cystitis?
It gets inflamed
Which organ is primarily affected by cystitis?
Bladder
How does cystitis usually spread in the body?
Through an ascending route
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of cystitis?
Dehydration
Why can't catheters stay in the body for more than 72 hours?
They are foreign bodies and may cause cystitis
What is a common consequence of infections caused by calculus?
Chronic renal failure
What is cystocele?
Urinary bladder herniation through the vaginal wall
Why is cystocele more common in women who have given birth many times?
Weakness in pelvic floor muscles due to childbirth
How long is it recommended to keep a catheter in the body?
<72 hours
How do the glands affect the function of the kidneys?
By reaching the kidneys via blood
Which hormone plays a significant role in affecting the kidneys?
Aldosterone
How is arterial blood supplied to the kidneys?
Through renal arteries
What is the main mode of transportation for hormones to reach the kidneys?
Through the bloodstream
How does aldosterone reach the kidneys to affect their function?
Reaches via blood circulation
What are common symptoms of acute pyelonephritis?
Fever, hematuria, high blood pressure
Which part of the kidney is affected by acute pyelonephritis?
Pelvis
What is the main cause of acute pyelonephritis?
Bacterial infection
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of acute pyelonephritis?
Nausea
What is the significance of 'pyel' in 'pyelonephritis'?
Pelvis
Where does the filtered blood return to through the renal veins?
Inferior vena cava
Which blood vessels carry the filtered blood back to the vena cava?
Renal veins
What happens to the blood after being filtered in this process?
It enters the renal veins
Which major artery carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the body?
Aorta
What is the main function of renal veins in the circulatory system?
To transport filtered blood back to the vena cava
Test your knowledge of urinary system disorders and complications such as cystitis, cystocele, and their potential consequences like chronic renal failure. Learn about the risks associated with catheter use and its impact on the urinary system.
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