Question 1

The spleen's two functions are defense against foreign microorganisms and provision of a blood reservoir.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following is not true of the thymus gland?

Accepted Answer

A) Relative size is largest in early childhood. 
B) It is the primary central organ of the lymphatic system. 
C) It functions in the immune mechanism. 
D) It functions mostly in adult life. 
A) Relative size is largest in early childhood. 
B) It is the primary central organ of the lymphatic system. 
C) It functions in the immune mechanism. 
D) It functions mostly in adult life.

Question 3

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description.
-Fluid that is filtered before being returned to the blood

Accepted Answer

A) Tonsils 
B) Spleen 
C) Lymph node 
D) Cisterna chyli 
E) Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid 
A) Tonsils 
B) Spleen 
C) Lymph node 
D) Cisterna chyli 
E) Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid

Question 4

Lymph nodes provide both biological and mechanical filtration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The inguinal lymph nodes are located in the groin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Lymph flows through the thoracic duct and reenters the general circulation at the rate of about _____ liter(s) per day.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 
B) 0.5 
C) 3 
D) 5 
A) 1 
B) 0.5 
C) 3 
D) 5

Question 7

About 1.5 liters of lymph flows through the thoracic duct daily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Match each body location with the corresponding group of lymph nodes.
-Superficial cubital 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 regions 
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 regions

Question 9

A large amount of interstitial fluid that collects in the tissue and causes swelling is called edema.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The thymus plays an important role in "seeding" other lymphatic tissue such as the spleen and lymph nodes with lymphocytes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Tonsils are in deep recesses called tonsillar crypts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description.
-Lymphoid tissue that forms a protective ring around the mouth and back of the throat

Accepted Answer

A) Tonsils 
B) Spleen 
C) Lymph node 
D) Cisterna chyli 
E) Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid 
A) Tonsils 
B) Spleen 
C) Lymph node 
D) Cisterna chyli 
E) Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid

Question 13

The cluster of lymph nodes found in the underarm and upper chest regions is referred to as _____ nodes.

Accepted Answer

A) superficial cervical 
B) inguinal 
C) axillary 
D) superficial cubital 
A) superficial cervical 
B) inguinal 
C) axillary 
D) superficial cubital

Question 14

The spleen is not classified as a vital organ.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is a true statement?

Accepted Answer

A) The wall of the lymphatic capillary consists of a multiple layer of flattened endothelial cells. 
B) Lymphatic and blood capillary networks are dependent on each other. 
C) Lymph from the entire body, except the upper right quadrant, drains eventually into the thoracic duct. 
D) The thoracic duct is approximately the same size as the large veins. 
A) The wall of the lymphatic capillary consists of a multiple layer of flattened endothelial cells. 
B) Lymphatic and blood capillary networks are dependent on each other. 
C) Lymph from the entire body, except the upper right quadrant, drains eventually into the thoracic duct. 
D) The thoracic duct is approximately the same size as the large veins.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Based on the symptoms described, it is l

Question 17

Activities that result in the flow of lymph are breathing movements and skeletal muscle contractions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Lymph does not have the ability to clot.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Lymphatic capillaries (called lacteals) in the small intestine are important in the absorption of fats.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description.
-Isolated nodules of lymphatic tissue in the intestinal wall

Accepted Answer

A) Tonsils 
B) Spleen 
C) Lymph node 
D) Cisterna chyli 
E) Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid 
A) Tonsils 
B) Spleen 
C) Lymph node 
D) Cisterna chyli 
E) Lymph
F)Thoracic duct
G)Thymus
H)Right lymphatic duct
I)Peyer patches
J)Hassall corpuscles
K)Interstitial fluid

Exam 31: Lymphatic System

The spleen's two functions are defense against foreign microorganisms and provision of a blood reservoir.

Which of the following is not true of the thymus gland?

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description. -Fluid that is filtered before being returned to the blood

Lymph nodes provide both biological and mechanical filtration.

The inguinal lymph nodes are located in the groin.

Lymph flows through the thoracic duct and reenters the general circulation at the rate of about _____ liter(s) per day.

About 1.5 liters of lymph flows through the thoracic duct daily.

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

A large amount of interstitial fluid that collects in the tissue and causes swelling is called edema.

The thymus plays an important role in "seeding" other lymphatic tissue such as the spleen and lymph nodes with lymphocytes.

Tonsils are in deep recesses called tonsillar crypts.

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description. -Lymphoid tissue that forms a protective ring around the mouth and back of the throat

The cluster of lymph nodes found in the underarm and upper chest regions is referred to as _____ nodes.

The spleen is not classified as a vital organ.

Which of the following is a true statement?

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

Activities that result in the flow of lymph are breathing movements and skeletal muscle contractions.

Lymph does not have the ability to clot.

Lymphatic capillaries (called lacteals) in the small intestine are important in the absorption of fats.

Match each structure or organ of the lymphatic system with its corresponding function or description. -Isolated nodules of lymphatic tissue in the intestinal wall

Organization of the Body

Homeostasis

Chemistry of Life

Biomolecules

Cell Structure

Cell Function

Cell Growth and Development

Introduction to Tissues

Tissue Types

Skin

Skeletal Tissues

Axial Skeleton

Appendicular Skeleton

Articulations

Axial Muscles

Appendicular Muscles

Muscle Contraction

Nervous System Cells

Nerve Signaling

Central Nervous System

Peripheral Nervous System

Autonomic Nervous System

General Senses

Special Senses

Endocrine Regulation

Endocrine Glands

Blood

Heart

Blood Vessels

Circulation of the Blood

Innate Immunity

Adaptive Immunity

Stress

Respiratory Tract

Ventilation

Gas Exchange Transport

Upper Digestive Tract

Lower Digestive Tract

Digestion and Absorption

Nutrition and Metabolism

Urinary System

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

Male Reproductive System

Female Reproductive System

Growth, Development, and Aging

Genetics and Heredity

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