The student nurse studying the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system knows that the following are functions of the bladder. Select all that apply.
A) The bladder serves as a temporary reservoir for urine.
B) The sympathetic system carries inhibitory impulses to the bladder .
C) Urine from the bladder empties into the pelvis of each kidney.
D) A fold of membrane in the bladder closes the entrance to the ureters when pressure exists.
E) The parasympathetic system carries motor impulses to the bladder and inhibitory impulses to the internal sphincter.
F) From the bladder, urine is transported by rhythmic peristalsis through the ureters to the kidneys.
Question 2
A female patient in a reproductive health clinic tells the nurse practitioner that she douches every day. Should the nurse tell the patient to continue this practice?
A) Yes, this helps prevent vaginal odor.
B) Yes, this decreases vaginal secretions.
C) No, douching removes normal bacteria.
D) No, douching may increase secretions.
NURSE
Urinary system
The cardiac conduction system.
Internal organs of the female reproductive system within the pelvis
The Female Reproductive System (1 of 2)