Anytime the [HCO3-]/[CO2] ratio falls below 10:1, an acidosis exists
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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Why do patients taking loop diuretics need to take supplemental potassium?
A) They cause active secretion of potassium in the loop of Henle. B) They inhibit intestinal absorption of potassium. C) They inhibit the reabsorption of potassium as well as sodium in the loop of Henle. D) They cause active reabsorption of potassium in the distal convoluted tubule.
All of the following are collateral ganglia that branch off of the splanchnic nerves EXCEPT ________
A) superior mesenteric ganglion B) celiac ganglia C) paravertebral ganglia D) inferior mesenteric ganglion
Which of the following structures is related to water reabsorption from the nephron tubules?
a. Epithelial cells of Bowman's capsule b. Endothelial cells of glomerulus c. Lumen membrane of proximal convoluted tubules (PCT) d. Basolateral membrane of distal convoluted tubules (DCT)
What are the functions of the bulbo-urethral glands?
A) Bulbo-urethral glands produce about 60 percent of the volume of semen. B) Bulbo-urethral glands produce the antibiotic protein, seminalplasmin. C) Bulbo-urethral glands produce testosterone. D) Bulbo-urethral glands produce inhibin. E) Bulbo-urethral glands produce mucus that neutralizes acid in the urethra and lubricates the penis.