Bedwetting Occurs in NREM Stage 4

question 150

True/False

Bedwetting occurs in NREM Stage 4.

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Definitions:

Pressure Gradient

A physical concept describing the difference in pressure levels across a space, driving fluids or gases from areas of higher to lower pressure.

Filtrate Formed

The liquid portion that has been passed through a filter during the process of filtration, containing substances dissolved in a fluid.

Filtration Pressure

Pressure gradient that forces fluid from the glomerular capillary through the filtration membrane into Bowman’s capsule; glomerular capillary pressure minus glomerular capsule pressure minus colloid osmotic pressure.

Efferent Arteriole

A small artery that carries blood away from the glomerulus of the kidney after filtration.