Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

25. The Urinary System

Renal Physiology Step 1: Glomerular Filtration

Anatomy & Physiology

25. The Urinary System

Renal Physiology Step 1: Glomerular Filtration

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a possible consequence of a prolonged or chronic decrease in glomerular filtration rate?

Dehydration.

Leukemia.

Edema (swelling).

Hypotension.

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Understand the role of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in kidney function. GFR is a measure of how well the kidneys are filtering blood, removing waste, and balancing fluids.

Recognize that a prolonged or chronic decrease in GFR indicates that the kidneys are not filtering blood effectively, leading to the accumulation of waste and fluid in the body.

Consider the physiological consequences of reduced kidney filtration. With less fluid being filtered out, fluid retention can occur, leading to swelling or edema.

Differentiate between the options given: Dehydration would involve fluid loss, which is contrary to fluid retention. Leukemia is a blood cancer and unrelated to kidney filtration. Hypotension refers to low blood pressure, which can be related but is not a direct consequence of decreased GFR.

Conclude that edema is the most likely consequence of a chronic decrease in GFR, as it directly results from fluid retention due to inadequate filtration by the kidneys.