Which organ performs the major role in excreting nitrogenous wastes and excess water from the body?​

What is the main function of the urinary system?

A(n) ____________________ is an opening between an artery and vein that provides an insertion site to enable dialysis treatments.​

Habitually delaying defecation when the need is present can lead to _____.​

Peritoneal dialysis is controlled mainly by patients.​

What protects the stomach lining from being digested by stomach acid?

What causes plasmalike fluid to flow from the blood in the glomerulus into Bowman’s capsule?​

The sudden loss of function of the nephrons causes ______________________________.​

What is the process of urine formation in the nephron called?

____________________ increase urinary output by inhibiting the reabsorption of water.​