Match the following terms with their meanings.

-Condition of excess nitrogen in the blood
A)albuminuria
B)azotemia
C)bacteriuria
D)ketonuria
E)ketosis (ketoacidosis)
F)nephrolithiasis
G)nocturia
H)polydipsia
I)renal colic
J)renal ischemia
K)urethral stricture
L)vesicoureteral reflux

Question

Match the following terms with their meanings.

-Condition of excess nitrogen in the blood
A)albuminuria
B)azotemia
C)bacteriuria
D)ketonuria
E)ketosis (ketoacidosis)
F)nephrolithiasis
G)nocturia
H)polydipsia
I)renal colic
J)renal ischemia
K)urethral stricture
L)vesicoureteral reflux

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Azotemia is the condition of excess nitrogen in the blood.

Answer: A
 Albuminuria is the presence of excessive amounts of protein (specifically albumin) in the urine.

Answer: C
 Bacteriuria is the presence of bacteria in the urine, which typically indicates a urinary tract infection.

Answer: E
 Ketosis is a metabolic state in which the body begins to break down stored fat for energy, resulting in increased levels of ketones in the blood and urine. Ketoacidosis occurs when this metabolic state becomes dangerous and can lead to a range of symptoms.

Answer: F
 Nephrolithiasis is the formation of kidney stones, which can cause pain and other symptoms as they pass through the urinary tract.

Answer: G
 Nocturia is the need to urinate frequently during the night, which can disrupt sleep and be a symptom of various underlying conditions.

Answer: H
 Polydipsia is excessive thirst, which can be a symptom of various underlying conditions.

Answer: I
 Renal colic is intense pain caused by the passage of a kidney stone through the urinary tract.

Answer: J
 Renal ischemia occurs when the blood supply to the kidneys is insufficient, which can lead to various complications.

Answer: K
 Urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra, which can cause difficulties with urination and require medical intervention.

Answer: L
 Vesicoureteral reflux is a condition in which urine flows from the bladder back up into the ureters and sometimes the kidneys, increasing the risk of infection and other complications.

Match the Following Terms with Their Meanings