Match each disorder to its corresponding description or definition.
-refers to the lack of production of urine by the kidney
A)renal calculi
B)nephrotic syndrome
C)cystitis
D)urinary retention
E)glycosuria
F)hydronephrosis
G)urinary suppression
H)glomerulonephritis
I)incontinence
J)nephritis

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Urinary suppression refers to the lack of production of urine by the kidney.

Answer: D
 Urinary retention refers to the inability to completely empty the bladder, leading to a buildup of urine.

Answer: F
 Hydronephrosis is the swelling of a kidney due to a build-up of urine, caused by a blockage in the ureter.

Answer: H
 Glomerulonephritis is a type of kidney disease caused by inflammation of the glomeruli, which are the tiny filters in the kidneys that remove excess fluids and waste from the blood.

Answer: I
 Incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine, often caused by weakened or damaged pelvic muscles.

Answer: J
 Nephritis is inflammation of the kidneys, usually caused by an infection or autoimmune disorder.

Other options:
A) Renal calculi: kidney stones
B) Nephrotic syndrome: a kidney disorder that causes the body to excrete too much protein in the urine
C) Cystitis: inflammation of the bladder caused by a bacterial infection
E) Glycosuria: the presence of excess glucose in the urine, often a sign of diabetes or other metabolic disorders.

Match Each Disorder to Its Corresponding Description or Definition