Renal/HTN TOPHAT Flashcards
Which portion of the nephron is responsible for reabsorbing the most tubular solutes?
proximal tubule
Which of the following solutes does not generally pass thru the glomerular filtration slits?
albumin
Which segment of the nephron has the greatest response to AVP?
collecting duct
Given the picture pick how GFR would change
decrease
Given the picture pick how blood pressure would change
increase
True or False: Angiotensin II is released from the JG cells?
False
Liver
Which of the following is the most important molecule to buffer your pH?
bicarbonate
Which of the following is targeted and inhibited by Acetazolamide (Diamox Sequels)?
carbonic anhydrase IV
Diabetics have glucose in the urine because of which of the following events?
the glucose transport system in the proximal tubule is saturated
If a patient were to have low plasma levels of L-DOPA, which of the following is most likely true about the patient?
Ang II would have a greater effect on plasma volume compared to a normal patient
Which of the following drugs would have the fastest onset of action between Amiloride, Spironolactone, and Eplerenone?
Amiloride
What is the abbreviated name of the sodium channel in your kidney and inner ear?
NKCC2