Question 1

When an infection is present, germinal centers form and the lymph node begins to release lymphocytes; some become antibody-producing plasma cells.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

An infection in the thumb may result in enlargement of the _____ nodes.

Accepted Answer

A)  submental
B)  inguinal
C)  superficial cervical
D)  superficial cubitalE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

The lymph nodes perform which of the following functions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Control blood pressure
B)  Defense
C)  Hematopoiesis
D)  Both B and CE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Match each body location with the corresponding group of lymph nodes.
-Axillary lymph nodes

Accepted Answer

A)  In the neck along the sternocleidomastoid muscle
B)  In the floor of the mouth
C)  In the groin
D)  Just above the bend of the elbow
E)  Clustered deep within the underarm and upper chest regionsF) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

Most of the protein in lymph comes from the small intestine and the liver.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Identify each of the lymphatic organs, and give a generated function for each.

Accepted Answer

The lymphatic organs include the thymus,...

Question 7

The two most important functions of the lymphatic system are immunity and the maintenance of fluid balance in the internal environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The lymph with the highest concentration of protein is found in the right lymphatic duct.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

If lymphatic return is blocked:

Accepted Answer

A)  blood protein concentration soon falls below normal.
B)  blood osmotic pressure soon falls below normal.
C)  fluid imbalance and death will result.
D)  all of the above will occur.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Interstitial fluid fills the spaces between the cells.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The high concentration of protein in the thoracic duct results from the protein-rich lymph that drains from the:

Accepted Answer

A)  skeletal muscle groups.
B)  bronchial tree of the lung.
C)  liver.
D)  Both A and C are correct.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

The passive compression of the body's soft tissues may act as a lymphokinetic factor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Michael, a 43-year-old man, was in a serious car accident. He has a rigid and tender left hypochondrium region. His blood pressure is dropping, and he is in pain. What organ might be involved in this injury?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kidney
B)  Liver
C)  Pancreas
D)  SpleenE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

The size of the spleen is relatively constant in different individuals, regardless of sex or age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description.
-Duct through which most of the lymph is returned to the blood

Accepted Answer

A)  Tonsils
B)  Spleen
C)  Lymph node
D)  Cisterna chyli
E)  LymphF) Thoracic ductG) ThymusH) Right lymphatic ductI) Peyer patchesJ) Hassall corpusclesK) Interstitial fluidL) A) and B)
M) A) and C)

Question 16

Lymphatic capillaries and blood capillaries both play important roles in the absorption of proteins from tissue spaces.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a lymphokinetic factor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Arterial pulsations
B)  Postural changes
C)  Passive compression of the body soft tissues
D)  All of the aboveE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 18

Protein substances that have left the bloodstream return by way of lymph fluid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following is not part of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thymus
B)  Spleen
C)  Thyroid
D)  Peyer patchesE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Elderly people have only about 10% function in their thymus gland.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 31: Lymphatic System

Most of the protein in lymph comes from the small intestine and the liver.

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Michael, a 43-year-old man, was in a serious car accident. He has a rigid and tender left hypochondrium region. His blood pressure is dropping, and he is in pain. What organ might be involved in this injury?

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An infection in the thumb may result in enlargement of the _____ nodes.

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The high concentration of protein in the thoracic duct results from the protein-rich lymph that drains from the:

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Interstitial fluid fills the spaces between the cells.

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Which of the following is a lymphokinetic factor?

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The two most important functions of the lymphatic system are immunity and the maintenance of fluid balance in the internal environment.

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The passive compression of the body's soft tissues may act as a lymphokinetic factor.

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If lymphatic return is blocked:

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Which of the following is not part of the lymphatic system?

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Elderly people have only about 10% function in their thymus gland.

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The lymph with the highest concentration of protein is found in the right lymphatic duct.

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Identify each of the lymphatic organs, and give a generated function for each.

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When an infection is present, germinal centers form and the lymph node begins to release lymphocytes; some become antibody-producing plasma cells.

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The lymph nodes perform which of the following functions?

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Lymphatic capillaries and blood capillaries both play important roles in the absorption of proteins from tissue spaces.

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Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description. -Duct through which most of the lymph is returned to the blood

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Match each body location with the corresponding group of lymph nodes. -Axillary lymph nodes

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Protein substances that have left the bloodstream return by way of lymph fluid.

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The size of the spleen is relatively constant in different individuals, regardless of sex or age.

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