Exam 31: Lymphatic System

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

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

Which of the following is a lymphokinetic factor?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

Interstitial fluid fills the spaces between the cells.

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

The lymph nodes perform which of the following functions?

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

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

If lymphatic return is blocked:

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

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