Question 1

Which of the following is not a method that maintains lymph flow?

Accepted Answer

A)  skeletal muscle contraction
B)  smooth muscle contraction
C)  breathing
D)  valves in lymph vessel wallsE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Lymph capillaries are absent in all but which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  bones and teeth
B)  digestive organs
C)  bone marrow
D)  CNSE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Select the correct statement about lymphoid tissue.

Accepted Answer

A)  Lymphoid macrophages secrete antibodies into the blood.
B)  Lymphoid tissue is predominantly reticular connective tissue.
C)  T lymphocytes act by ingesting foreign substances.
D)  Once a lymphocyte enters the lymphoid tissue,it resides there permanently.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Explain the term MALT.What is its function?

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MALT is an acronym for mucosa- associate...

Question 5

Which of the following is not a mucosa- associated lymphatic tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  tonsil
B)  appendix
C)  Peyer's patch
D)  thymusE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Which lymphatic structure drains lymph from the right upper limb and the right side of the head and thorax?

Accepted Answer

A)  cisterna chyli
B)  lumbar trunk
C)  right lymphatic duct
D)  thoracic ductE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

The thymus is most active during .

Accepted Answer

A)  childhood
B)  old age
C)  middle age
D)  fetal developmentE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 8

Characterize lymph transport in terms of rate,volume,and ability to change.

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Lymph transport is sporadic and much slo...

Question 9

Both lymph and venous blood flow are heavily dependent on .

Accepted Answer

A)  the pumping action of the heart
B)  two- way valves
C)  skeletal muscle contractions and differences in thoracic pressures due to respiratory movement
D)  contraction of the vessels themselvesE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

List the functions of the spleen.

Accepted Answer

The spleen's main functions are to remov...

Question 11

What is the consequence of obstruction of the lymphatics?

Accepted Answer

Obstruction of the lymphatics results in edema distal to the obstruction.

Question 12

The appendix,tonsils,and Peyer's patches are examples of .

Accepted Answer

The answer of The appendix,tonsils,and Peyer's patches are examples of...

Question 13

Name the tonsils and state their body locations.

Accepted Answer

Palatine tonsils are located on either side at the posterior end of the oral cavity.The lingual tonsils lie at the base of the tongue.The pharyngeal tonsils are in the posterior wall of the nasopharynx.

Question 14

Select the correct statement about lymphocytes.

Accepted Answer

A)  T cells are the only form of lymphocyte found in lymphoid tissue.
B)  B cells produce plasma cells,which secrete antibodies into the blood.
C)  T cells are the precursors of B cells.
D)  The two main types are T cells and macrophages.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 15

Select the correct statement about lymph transport.

Accepted Answer

A)  Under normal conditions,lymph vessels are very high- pressure conduits.
B)  Lymph transport depends on the movement of adjacent tissues,such as skeletal muscles.
C)  Lymph transport is faster than that occurring in veins.
D)  Lymph transport is only necessary when illness causes tissue swelling.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 16

Which of the following is not a function of lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

A)  serve as antigen surveillance areas
B)  produce lymphoid cells and granular WBCs
C)  produce lymph fluid and cerebro- spinal fluid
D)  act as lymph filters and activate the immune systemE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 17

How do the lymph capillaries differ from blood capillaries?

Accepted Answer

Although similar to blood capillaries,ly...

Question 18

Which of the following would not be classified as a lymphatic structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  tonsils
B)  pancreas
C)  spleen
D)  Peyer's patches of the intestineE) None of the above
F) A) and D) B

Question 19

Peyer's patches are found in the .

Accepted Answer

A)  duodenum of the small intestine
B)  large intestine
C)  jejunum of the small intestine
D)  ileum of the small intestineE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

How does the lymphatic system both help and hinder the spread of cancer through the body?

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes help rid the body ...

Exam 19: The Lymphatic System and Lymphoid Organs and Tissues

Which of the following is not a method that maintains lymph flow?

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Lymph capillaries are absent in all but which of the following?

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Select the correct statement about lymphoid tissue.

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Explain the term MALT.What is its function?

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Which of the following is not a mucosa- associated lymphatic tissue?

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Which lymphatic structure drains lymph from the right upper limb and the right side of the head and thorax?

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The thymus is most active during .

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Characterize lymph transport in terms of rate,volume,and ability to change.

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Both lymph and venous blood flow are heavily dependent on .

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List the functions of the spleen.

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What is the consequence of obstruction of the lymphatics?

Correct AnswerverifiedObstruction of the lymphatics results in edema distal to the obstruction.

The appendix,tonsils,and Peyer's patches are examples of .

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Name the tonsils and state their body locations.

Correct AnswerverifiedPalatine tonsils are located on either side at the posterior end of the oral cavity.The lingual tonsils lie at the base of the tongue.The pharyngeal tonsils are in the posterior wall of the nasopharynx.

Select the correct statement about lymphocytes.

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Select the correct statement about lymph transport.

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Which of the following is not a function of lymph nodes?

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How do the lymph capillaries differ from blood capillaries?

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Which of the following would not be classified as a lymphatic structure?

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Peyer's patches are found in the .

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How does the lymphatic system both help and hinder the spread of cancer through the body?

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