Disorders of Excretory System

The video tutorial covers various disorders of the excretory system, focusing on urinary tract infections (UTIs), glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and renal failure. It explains the causes, symptoms, and treatments for each condition, including the use of antibiotics for UTIs, the importance of hydration to prevent kidney stones, and the role of hemodialysis and kidney transplantation in managing renal failure.

What is the most common pathogen responsible for urinary tract infections?

• E. coli

• Staphylococcus

• Pseudomonas

• Streptococcus

What is a potential consequence of untreated urinary tract infections?

• Increased appetite

• Permanent kidney damage

• Improved immune function

• Enhanced digestion

Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the glomerulus?

• Cystitis

• Pyelonephritis

• Glomerulonephritis

• Urethritis

What is a common cause of uric acid kidney stones?

• Dehydration

• Excessive vitamin C

• Gout

• High calcium intake

What is a symptom of chronic renal failure?

• Excessive sweating

• Increased appetite

• Itching

• Sudden weight gain

What is the primary function of hemodialysis?

• To filter waste products from the blood

• To increase blood pressure

• To enhance kidney function

• To produce more red blood cells

In kidney transplantation, where is the donor kidney placed?

• In the original kidney location

• Inferior to the normal anatomical location

• In the abdominal cavity

• Near the liver