1) Sasha says that UTIs are more likely to occur in men than in women. He says that this is because the male urethra is shorter,
making it easier for bacteria to travel to the bladder. What is Sasha’s mistake? a-Bacteria start in the bladder and travel to the urethra.
b-Women have a shorter urethra than men.
c-Men do not have urethras; only women do.
d-UTIs are not caused by bacteria.
2. The use of drugs to cure or treat a disease or disorder is called
a-pharmacological treatment.
b-dialysis.
c-ultrasound treatment.
d-non-invasive urinalysis.
3) Theresa has developed blood sugar issues associated with her pregnancy. Which endocrine disorder was Theresa most likely diagnosed with?
a-type 1 diabetes
b-hypothyroidism
c-hyperthyroidism
d-gestational diabetes
4. Which might occur if the kidneys did not function properly?
a-Signals could not be sent to the brain.
b-Fluid levels could not be maintained.
c-Solid waste could not be removed.
d-Nutrients could not be absorbed from food.
5)Which disease is characterized by the long-term presence of cramps, diarrhea, and constipation?
a-celiac disease
b-irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
c-diverticulitis
d-gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
6.Which two disorders occur when the thyroid does not properly regulate body temperature?
a-hypothermia and hypothyroidism
b-hypothermia and hyperthermia
c-hyperthermia and hyperthyroidism
d-hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
7.The appendix in humans is a vestigial organ. In other mammals, it is not vestigial and is larger because it helps to digest a certain type of plant material. Which statement most likely describes the appendix’s lack of function in humans?
a-The diet of humans no longer includes as much plant material.
b-The diet of humans is the same as other mammals.
c-The human digestive system is less effective compared to other mammals.
d-The human digestive system relies heavily on the appendix.
8.Which food would be helpful in increasing fiber and regularly clearing the digestive tract?
a-oranges
b-broccoli
c-ginger
d-mint
9)Evan has bladder cancer. What could be causing his pain during urination?
a-stones
b-potassium
c-cystitis
d-tumors
10)Hormone injections are often given to treat endocrine disorders. Which type of treatment is this?
a-dietary change
b-surgery
c-pharmacological treatment
d-immunosuppressant treatment
