Question 1

Which of the following is a limitation of the cardiovascular system that is solved by the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

The cardiovascular system cannot absorb dietary lipids from the intestine.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the difference between interstitial fluid and lymph?

Accepted Answer

Lymph is present in lymphatic vessels, while interstitial fluid is present in tissues.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a function of lymphatic vessels?

Accepted Answer

Delivery of nutrients to tissues.

Question 4

Which of the following is a mechanism used by the lymphatic system to propel lymph?

Accepted Answer

Pulsations of nearby arteries.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Production of erythrocytes.

Question 6

Which of the following statements about the spleen is true?

Accepted Answer

It plays a role in both blood filtration and immune response.

Question 7

Which of the following body areas does NOT typically contain MALT (Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue)?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle

Question 8

Which of the following is the primary function of red pulp in the spleen?

Accepted Answer

Filtering and removing old/defective erythrocytes.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of lymphoid cell?

Accepted Answer

Erythrocytes

Question 10

A patient comes to your office complaining of persistent and excessive swelling in their ankles. Which of the following is the most likely reason for this symptom?

Accepted Answer

Impaired lymphatic drainage in their legs.

Question 11

Which of the following statements about lymphatic capillaries is correct?

Accepted Answer

They have closed ends and allow large substances to enter.

Question 12

Which of the following is a major function of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Absorption of dietary fats and lipid-soluble vitamins.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of innate immunity?

Accepted Answer

Antibodies produced by plasma cells.

Question 14

Which of the following statements about antigens is correct?

Accepted Answer

Antigens are any toxin or foreign substance that induces an antibody immune response.

Question 15

Which of the following is the correct sequence for the flow of lymph through a lymph node?

Accepted Answer

Afferent vessel $$\rightarrow$$ subcapsular sinus $$\rightarrow$$ trabecular sinus $$\rightarrow$$ medullary sinus $$\rightarrow$$ efferent vessel

Question 16

Which of the following lymphoid organs is the site where T cells become immunocompetent?

Accepted Answer

Thymus

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT considered to be MALT?

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes

Question 18

Which of the following is a function of the tonsils?

Accepted Answer

Initiating an immune response to trap and remove pathogens entering the pharynx.

Question 19

Which of the following is a correct statement about the development of lymphocytes?

Accepted Answer

T & B cells are both produced in red bone marrow, but only T cells mature in the thymus.

Question 20

Which of the following is the primary function of reticular fibers in lymphoid tissues?

Accepted Answer

To provide a supportive network for immune cells.

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