The kidneys are paired structures that __________.
A condition that affects the urinary system and can be fatal is __________.
List the parts of the urinary system and describe the function of each one.
The urinary system includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The kidneys filter the blood and remove wastes, extra water, and salts to make urine. The ureters are tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. The bladder stores urine until it is ready to leave the body. The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body.
One of the bladder's main functions is to __________.
A patient comes to the emergency room with pain in his stomach and a history of irregular bowel movements. Which problem is most likely causing these symptoms?
In the digestive system, food that has been completely processed is found __________.
The kidneys are paired structures that __________.
Food travels from the mouth to the stomach via the __________.
Food travels from the mouth to the stomach via the __________.
When comparing the digestive and urinary system, we can conclude that they both __________.
List and describe the three main functions of the digestive system.
The three main functions of the digestive system are digestion, absorption, and elimination. Digestion breaks food down into smaller molecules that the body can use. Absorption moves nutrients and water from the digestive tract into the bloodstream. Elimination removes undigested waste material from the body.
Lisa goes to the doctor because she is experiencing the need for urination more frequently than normal and has a burning sensation when she does. Lisa's symptoms indicate that she probably has __________.
Lisa goes to the doctor because she is experiencing the need for urination more frequently than normal and has a burning sensation when she does. Lisa's symptoms indicate that she probably has __________.
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