Content and Format

This exam covers material from Modules 10-12 and is worth 100 pints. Topics addressed include:

  • Module 10- Urinary
  • Module 11- Water, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance
  • Module 12- Male Reproductive

Questions on the exam will be in multiple-choice, matching, and true/false format. These questions will be similar to what you have seen in Module 10-12 quizzes. This assessment is automatically graded according to correctness; therefore, you will see your score immediately upon completion. 

This exam addresses the following course and module learning objectives:

Module 10- Urinary

  1. Describe the composition of urine (CLOs 1-2)
  2. Label structures of the urinary system (CLOs 1-2)
  3. Characterize the roles of each of the parts of the urinary system (CLOs 1-3)
  4. Illustrate the macroscopic and microscopic structures of the kidney (CLOs 1-3)
  5. Trace the flow of blood through the kidney (CLOs 1-4)
  6. Outline how blood is filtered in the kidney nephron (CLOs 1-4)
  7. Provide symptoms of kidney failure (CLO 5)
  8. List some of the solutes filtered, secreted, and reabsorbed in different parts of the nephron (CLOs 1-4)
  9. Describe the role of a portal system in the kidney (CLOs 1-4)
  10. Explain how urine osmolarity is hormonally regulated (CLOs 1-4)
  11. Describe the regulation of major ions by the kidney (CLOs 1-4)
  12. Summarize the role of the kidneys in maintaining acid–base balance (CLOs 1-6)

Module 11- Water, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance

  1. Identify the body’s main fluid compartments (CLOs 1-2)
  2. Define plasma osmolality and identify two ways in which plasma osmolality is maintained (CLOs 1-4)
  3. Identify the six ions most important to the function of the body (CLOs 1-6)
  4. Define buffer and discuss the role of buffers in the body (CLOs 1-6)
  5. Explain why bicarbonate must be conserved rather than reabsorbed in the kidney (CLOs 1-4)
  6. Identify the normal range of blood pH and name the conditions where one has a blood pH that is either too high or too low (CLOs 1-6)

Module 12- Male Reproductive

  1. Describe the anatomy of the reproductive systems, including their accessory structures. (CLOs 1-2)
  2. Explain the role of hypothalamic and pituitary hormones in reproductive function. (CLOs 1-4)
  3. Trace the path of a sperm cell from its initial production through maturity. (CLOs 1-4)
  4. Describe the development and maturation of the sex organs and the emergence of secondary sex characteristics during puberty. (CLOs 1-6)
Preparation

To prepare for your exam, review:

  • Chapters 10-12 in the textbook
  • Chapters 10-12 PPT slides
  • Module 10-12 quizzes

Exam Rules

Time Restriction

You are allowed one attempt only and a maximum of 60 minutes to complete the exam once you begin. You must take the exam in one sitting, as you are not allowed to save and return to it later, so you must take it on a computer with a reliable internet connection. Once you begin the exam, the timer will start, so you must finish it within the 60-minute time limit. time limit. Therefore, DO NOT START THE EXAM UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO TAKE IT.

You can take the exam at any time during the dates that it is open.

Prohibited During Testing

  1. This is a CLOSED note exam. Using your e-book or textbook is NOT ALLOWED. 
  2. You must remain in front of your computer for the duration of the exam. NO BATHROOM BREAKS. 
  3. Cell phones, tablets, laptops, smart watches, and any other electronic devices are NOT PERMITTED. 

Failing to follow these instructions could result in a violation.

The academic honesty guidelines stated in your syllabus will be strictly enforced.

Taking Your Exam

At Your Exam Time

  1. Review the items that are permitted and prohibited and put away all prohibited items.
  2. Click on Exam 4 in this module.
  3. During the exam, do not use your browser's "back" button. This will remove you from your exam and end your attempt. Only use the navigation tools to move through your exam.
  4. When you are finished with your exam, submit your answers.

You are not allowed to leave the testing area during the exam for any reason. No person is allowed to make or retain copies of any materials from your exams.
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