Question 1

Which of the following best describes the three primary functions of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Returning interstitial fluid to the bloodstream, transporting dietary fats, and providing immunity

Question 2

Which structure is responsible for screening T cells for immunocompetence during their development?

Accepted Answer

Thymus

Question 3

A patient has a blockage in their thoracic duct. Which of the following is most likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

Impaired return of lymph from the left side of the body and lower limbs

Question 4

Which of the following cells is primarily responsible for antibody-mediated immunity?

Accepted Answer

B cells

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the difference between lymphatic vessels and blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic vessels are closed at one end and transport lymph in one direction toward the heart

Question 6

Which of the following is a function of the complement system in innate immunity?

Accepted Answer

Causing cell lysis by forming membrane attack complexes

Question 7

A person receives an injection of antibodies against rabies after being bitten by a rabid animal. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Artificially acquired passive immunity

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the role of helper T cells (CD4 cells) in the immune response?

Accepted Answer

Activating B cells and cytotoxic T cells by releasing cytokines

Question 9

Which of the following is a cardinal sign of inflammation?

Accepted Answer

Heat

Question 10

Which immunoglobulin is most abundant in the secondary immune response?

Accepted Answer

IgG

Question 11

A patient with HIV is most likely to develop AIDS due to destruction of which cell type?

Accepted Answer

CD4 helper T cells

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the process of endogenous antigen presentation?

Accepted Answer

Antigens from inside the cell are presented on Class I MHC molecules

Question 13

Which of the following is a function of the spleen's red pulp?

Accepted Answer

Filtering blood and removing old erythrocytes

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the difference between primary and secondary immune responses?

Accepted Answer

Secondary response is faster and stronger due to memory cells

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a function of cytokines?

Accepted Answer

Directly lysing pathogens

Question 16

Which of the following best describes agglutination?

Accepted Answer

Antibodies cause pathogens to clump together, making them easier to eliminate

Question 17

A person develops an autoimmune disorder. Which of the following best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

The immune system attacks the body's own cells

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the function of MALT (mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue)?

Accepted Answer

Protecting mucosal surfaces such as the tonsils, Peyer's patches, and appendix

Question 19

Which of the following equations best represents the relationship between lymph flow ($$Q$$), pressure difference ($$\Delta P$$), and resistance ($$R) in $$the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

$$Q = \frac{\Delta P}{R}$$

Question 20

A patient with a deficiency in neutrophils is most likely to have impaired defense against which type of pathogen?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria

The Lymphatic System and Immunity: Study Notes

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