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Question 1
Interstitial fluid and lymph are identical except for their respective locations in the body. True False |
True p753
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Question 2
What part of the lymphatic system is most closely associated with capillary beds? Lymph ducts Lymph nodes Lymphatic collecting vessels Lymphatic trunks |
Lymphatic collecting vessels p754
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Question 3 p754
How are lymphatic collecting vessels different from veins? Lymphatic collecting vessels have fewer tunics than veins. Lymphatic collecting vessels do not form branches; veins do form branches. Lymphatic collecting vessels have thicker walls than do veins. Lymphatic collecting vessels have endothelial flap valves, but veins do not. |
UNKNOWN - PLEASE GET THE CORRECT ANSWER FOR THIS FLASHCARD.
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Question 4
All lymph is eventually returned to circulation via the: vena cava. subclavian veins. (outside text) pulmonary trunk. aorta. |
subclavian veins
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Question 5
Which of the following is not a function of lymphatic vessels? Delivery of nutrients to tissues The return of tissue fluid to the bloodstream The return of leaked proteins to the blood Transportation of absorbed fat from the intestines to the blood |
Delivery of nutrients to tissues
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Question 6
Match the following: Plasma cell Macrophage Reticular cell Dendritic cell 1. Produces antibodies 2. Phagocytic cell 3. Captures antigens and presents them to lymph nodes 4. Fibroblast-like cell that produces the reticular fiber stroma |
Plasma cell (1) p780
Macrophage (2) p768 Reticular cell (4) p756 Dendritic cell (3) p756 1. Produces antibodies 2. Phagocytic cell 3. Captures antigens and presents them to lymph nodes 4. Fibroblast-like cell that produces the reticular fiber stroma |
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Question 7
Reticular connective tissue is found in all lymphoid organs and tissues. True False |
False - reticular connective tissue, dominates all the lymphoid organs except the thymus. p756
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Question 8
Which of the following is not a characteristic of lymph nodes? Lymph nodes filter lymph. p756 Lymph nodes have a capsule. p756 Lymph nodes activate the immune system. p756 Lymph nodes produce lymph. |
Lymph nodes filter lymph. p756
Lymph nodes have a capsule. p756 Lymph nodes activate the immune system. p756 Lymph nodes produce lymph. (false, p753, interstitial fluid is lymph, which is circulatory material) |
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Question 9
Which of the following lists the correct order of lymph flow through the lymph node? Subcapsular sinus, efferent vessel, afferent vessel, medulla Medulla, efferent vessel, afferent vessel, subcapsular sinus Afferent vessel, subcapsular sinus, medulla, efferent vessel Efferent vessel, subcapsular sinus, medulla, afferent vessel |
Afferent vessel, subcapsular sinus, medulla, efferent vessel p757
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Question 10
Which of the following is not a role of the spleen? Serve as a site of T cell maturation Break down erythrocytes Serve as an immune system surveillance organ Store platelets |
Serve as a site of T cell maturation p758, p759 (thymus is where T-cells mature)
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Question 11
Choose the true statement about the thymus. The thymus directly fights foreign antigens. B cells and T cells mature in the thymus. The thymus contains reticular fibers. After puberty, the thymus begins to decrease in size. |
Choose the true statement about the thymus.
The thymus directly fights foreign antigens. false p759 B cells and T cells mature in the thymus. false p759 The thymus contains reticular fibers. false p756 After puberty, the thymus begins to decrease in size. p759 |
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Question 12
The main role of the tonsils is to: gather and remove pathogens entering through the pharynx. filter lymph. help B cells mature. help T cells mature. |
gather and remove pathogens entering through the pharynx. p760
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Question 12
The main role of the tonsils is to: gather and remove pathogens entering through the pharynx. filter lymph. help B cells mature. help T cells mature. |
gather and remove pathogens entering through the pharynx. p760
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Question 13
Which of the following is not a part of the mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue (MALT)? Peyer's patches The tonsils The appendix The spleen |
The spleen p761
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Question 14
Except for the _____ and the spleen, the lymphoid organs are poorly developed at birth. thymus tonsils lymph nodes appendix |
tonsils p761
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Question 15
Match each lymphatic structure with the correct characteristic. Thoracic duct Lymph node Right lymphatic duct Lymphatic capillary Lymphatic trunk 1. Collects excess tissue fluids 2. Drains lymph from specific body areas 3. Houses lymphatic cells 4. Drains right head and neck region 5. Larger of the two lymphatic ducts receiving lymph from all but the right head and neck region |
Thoracic duct (2)
Lymph node (3) Right lymphatic duct (4) Lymphatic capillary (1) Lymphatic trunk (5) 1. Collects excess tissue fluids 2. Drains lymph from specific body areas 3. Houses lymphatic cells 4. Drains right head and neck region 5. Larger of the two lymphatic ducts receiving lymph from all but the right head and neck region |
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Question 16
Match each lymphoid structure with the correct characteristic. Thymus Tonsils Appendix Spleen Lymph nodes 1. A tubular offshoot from the cecum 2. Large collections of bean-shaped structures in the inguinal, axillary, and cervical regions 3. A filter and reservoir for the blood 4. Causes T cells to become immunocompetent 5. The simplest lymphoid organs |
Thymus (4)
Tonsils (5) Appendix (1) Spleen (3) Lymph nodes (2) 1. A tubular offshoot from the cecum 2. Large collections of bean-shaped structures in the inguinal, axillary, and cervical regions 3. A filter and reservoir for the blood 4. Causes T cells to become immunocompetent 5. The simplest lymphoid organs |
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Question 17
Match each of the following with the appropriate description. Lymph node Lymphatic tissue Lymphatic collecting vessels Lymphatic capillaries Lymphatic trunks 1. Begin as blind-ended tubes that weave between tissue cells and blood capillaries in loose connective tissues; smallest vessels 2. Same three tunics as veins; second-smallest lymph vessels 3. Same three tunics as veins; largest of lymph vessels 4. A type of loose connective tissue called reticular connective tissue; dominates all lymphoid organs except thymus 5. Bean-shaped structure surrounded by a dense fibrous capsule with fibrous strands that divide it into compartments |
Lymph node (5)
Lymphatic tissue (4) Lymphatic collecting vessels (2) Lymphatic capillaries (1) Lymphatic trunks (3) 1. Begin as blind-ended tubes that weave between tissue cells and blood capillaries in loose connective tissues; smallest vessels 2. Same three tunics as veins; second-smallest lymph vessels 3. Same three tunics as veins; largest of lymph vessels 4. A type of loose connective tissue called reticular connective tissue; dominates all lymphoid organs except thymus 5. Bean-shaped structure surrounded by a dense fibrous capsule with fibrous strands that divide it into compartments |
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Question 18
Match each of the following structures with its function. Lymphatic ducts Lymph nodes Lymphatic collecting vessels Lymphoid tissue Lymphatic capillaries 1. Collects fluid that leaks from blood capillaries into tissue fluid 2. Collect lymph fluid draining from lymphatic capillaries 3. Largest vessels; carry lymph fluid to subclavian veins 4. Provides a proliferation site for lymphocytes and furnishes surveillance vantage point for lymphocytes and macrophages 5. Distinct bean-shaped structures that "filter" lymph fluid as it is moved toward the circulatory system |
Lymphatic ducts (3)
Lymph nodes (5) Lymphatic collecting vessels (2) Lymphoid tissue (4) Lymphatic capillaries (1) 1. Collects fluid that leaks from blood capillaries into tissue fluid 2. Collect lymph fluid draining from lymphatic capillaries 3. Largest vessels; carry lymph fluid to subclavian veins 4. Provides a proliferation site for lymphocytes and furnishes surveillance vantage point for lymphocytes and macrophages 5. Distinct bean-shaped structures that "filter" lymph fluid as it is moved toward the circulatory system |
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Question 19
Match each of the following areas of a lymph node with its description. Afferent lymphatic vessels Subcapsular sinus Efferent lymphatic vessels Hilus 1. Vessels leading into lymph node 2. A large, baglike sinus leading into a number of smaller sinuses 3. The indented region on the concave side of the node leading into the efferent vessels 4. Vessels leaving the lymph node |
Afferent lymphatic vessels (1)
Subcapsular sinus (2) p757 Efferent lymphatic vessels (4) Hilus (3) 1. Vessels leading into lymph node 2. A large, baglike sinus leading into a number of smaller sinuses 3. The indented region on the concave side of the node leading into the efferent vessels 4. Vessels leaving the lymph node |
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Question 20
Match the following: Mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue (MALT) Thymus gland Peyer's patches Spleen Tonsils 1. Soft, blood-rich organ about the size of a fist (largest lymphoid organ) 2. Located in the inferior neck and extends into the superior thorax 3. The simplest lymphoid organs; found around the entrance to the pharynx 4. Isolated clusters of lymph follicles located mostly in the wall of the appendix 5. Small lymphoid tissues found in digestive and respiratory tracts |
Mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue (MALT) (5)
Thymus gland (2) Peyer's patches (4) Spleen (1) Tonsils (3) 1. Soft, blood-rich organ about the size of a fist (largest lymphoid organ) 2. Located in the inferior neck and extends into the superior thorax 3. The simplest lymphoid organs; found around the entrance to the pharynx 4. Isolated clusters of lymph follicles located mostly in the wall of the appendix 5. Small lymphoid tissues found in digestive and respiratory tracts |
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Question 21
Match each of the following cells with its location within a lymph node. Macrophages Plasma cells T cell Dendritic cells B cell 1. Within germinal center 2. Deep cortex 3. Surrounding the germinal center 4. Medullary cords 5. Lymph sinus |
Macrophages (5) p757
Plasma cells (4) T cell (2) Dendritic cells (3) B cell (1) 1. Within germinal center 2. Deep cortex 3. Surrounding the germinal center 4. Medullary cords 5. Lymph sinus |
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Question 22
Match each of the following structures with its function. MALT Peyer's patches Thymus Tonsils Spleen 1. Protects the digestive and respiratory tracts from never-ending onslaughts of foreign matter entering mucosa lined cavities 2. Destroy bacteria in appendix; generate "memory" lymphocytes for long-term memory in intestine 3. Guard the throat by "inviting" bacteria into the lymphatic system and destroying them 4. Important in early years of life by training T lymphocytes to become immunocompetent 5. Provides a large, blood-filled site for lymphocyte proliferation and immune surveillance and response; cleanses the blood |
MALT (1)
Peyer's patches (2) Thymus (4) Tonsils (3) Spleen (5) 1. Protects the digestive and respiratory tracts from never-ending onslaughts of foreign matter entering mucosa lined cavities 2. Destroy bacteria in appendix; generate "memory" lymphocytes for long-term memory in intestine 3. Guard the throat by "inviting" bacteria into the lymphatic system and destroying them 4. Important in early years of life by training T lymphocytes to become immunocompetent 5. Provides a large, blood-filled site for lymphocyte proliferation and immune surveillance and response; cleanses the blood |
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Question 23
A major function of the lymphatic system is: distribution of nutrients. gas distribution. return of tissue fluid to the cardiovascular system circulation of blood. |
return of tissue fluid to the cardiovascular system
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Question 24
Aggregates of lymphoid nodules located in the wall of the ileum are: ileal tonsils. Peyer's patches Werner''s nodes. appendices. submucosal tonsils. |
Peyer's patches. p761
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Question 25
Collections of lymphoid tissue (MALT) that guard mucosal surfaces include all the following, except: the thymus. lymphoid nodules in the wall of the bronchi. tonsils. appendix nodules. Peyer's patches. |
the thymus. p761
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Question 26
In addition to its lymphoid function, this organ holds a reservoir of platelets. Spleen Thymus Tonsil Cisterna chyli Left lymphatic duct |
Spleen p758
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Question 27
The structural framework of lymphoid tissue is offered by: squamous epithelium. reticular connective tissue. adipose tissue. dense, regular connective tissue. dense, irregular connective tissue. |
reticular connective tissue. p756
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Question 28
This structure, attached to the cecum, is in an ideal location to destroy bacteria before it migrates into the large intestine. Thymus Spleen Tubal tonsil Palatine tonsil Appendix |
Appendix - correct answer
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Question 29
What lymphatic structure absorbs excess tissue fluid? Collecting vessel Capillary Duct Cisterna chyli Trunk |
Capillary
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Question 30
What lymphatic structure absorbs lipids in the intestine? Trunk Duct Lacteal Collecting vessel Vein |
Lacteal p754
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Question 31
What lymphatic structures trap bacteria in the posterior oral mucosa? Pharyngeal tonsils Palatine tonsils Submandibular tonsils Tubal tonsils Lingual tonsils |
Palatine tonsils p760
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Question 32
Which of the following are located in the spleen's white pulp? Capsules Blood vessels Macrophages Monocytes Lymphocytes |
Lymphocytes p758
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Question 33
Which sequence best describes the flow of lymph through the lymphatic system? Ducts, trunks, capillaries, vessels Capillaries, trunks, vessels, ducts Ducts, vessels, trunks, capillaries Trunks, capillaries, vessels, ducts Capillaries, vessels, trunks, ducts |
Capillaries, vessels, trunks, ducts p754
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Question 34
Which statement below describes the lymphatic system's role in relation to the cardiovascular system? It helps regulate cardiac activity. It maintains blood volume and, hence, pressure. It is the major source for distribution of all hormones. It serves as a pathway for distribution of neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils. It is the primary source for regulation of blood pressure. |
It maintains blood volume and, hence, pressure. p753
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Question 35
Which statement is true of the thoracic duct? It drains the lymph from the right head, neck, shoulder, arm, and upper-right chest. It forms from the merging of collecting vessels from the left upper limb and neck It drains the lymph from the entire left side of the body and the right abdomen and leg. It forms from the merging of collecting vessels on the right side of the body. It only drains lymph from the arms. |
It drains the lymph from the entire left side of the body and the right abdomen and leg. see glossary g-22
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Question 36
Which statement is true about lymph nodes? There are over 10,000 located throughout the body. They have fewer efferent vessels than afferent (incoming) vessels. They contain dense collections of all five leukocyte types. There is a dense collection located in the feet and hands. They may reach the size of a golf ball. |
They have fewer efferent vessels than afferent (incoming) vessels. p757
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Question 37
Which of the following best describes the arrangement of lymphatic vessels? A one-way system of vessels beginning with blind-ended lymphatic capillaries A system that pumps lymph through lymphatic ventricles to the lymphatic capillaries and through lymph veins back to the atria A system that carries lymph through lymphatic arteries, lymphatic capillaries, and lymphatic veins A system of large vessels designed to fill quickly with lymph as the heart pushes blood through the coronary sinus A system that collects fluid from arteries and veins and takes it into lymphatic arteries to be pumped back to the blood circulation |
A one-way system of vessels beginning with blind-ended lymphatic capillaries see wikipedia here
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Question 38
Which of the following is the major lymphoid organ that "trains" T lymphocytes to become immunocompetent? Tonsils Spleen MALT Thymus Peyer's patches |
Thymus p759
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Question 39
Which of the following are the principle lymphoid organs in the body? Lymph nodes MALT Spleen Peyer's patches Tonsils |
Lymph nodes P756
Tonsils p753, 756 |
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Question 40
The lymphoid organs located in the throat that defend against invading bacteria coming in through the mouth and nose are: spleen. thymus. Peyer's patches. tonsils. MALT. |
tonsils. p760
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Question 41
Which of the following statements about the spleen is FALSE? If the spleen is removed, the liver will take over its function. The spleen's capsule is very thin and can be ruptured easily by a direct blow. In children under the age of 12 years old, the spleen will regenerate if a small piece is left in the body. It is best to perform a splenectomy if the spleen is damaged in a car accident. |
It is best to perform a splenectomy if the spleen is damaged in a car accident. (p758)
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Question 42
Which of the following vessels transport fluid that leaks from the vascular system back into the blood? Sinusoids Lymphatics Veins Capillaries |
Lymphatics (p753)
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Question 43
Excess tissue fluid in the brain drains into the: CSF. ventricles. lymphatics. blood. |
CSF.
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Question 44
Lymphangitis presents itself as: enlarged tender tonsils. red lines under the skin that are sensitive to touch. severe localized edema. tender lymph nodes that are filled with pus. |
red lines under the skin that are sensitive to touch. (p754)
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Question 45
Which of the following features is NOT common to both lymphatic collecting ducts and veins? Anatomical distributions of each vary between individuals Chyle A wall made of three layers The presence of valves |
Chyle (p754-only in lymph)
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Question 46
When B lymphocytes are dividing rapidly, the _____ of the lymphoid tissue enlarges. lymphoid nodules reticular fibers diffused lymphoid tissue germinal centers |
germinal centers (p756)
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Question 47
Where are plasma cells found in the node? In the capsule In the cortex In the medullary cords In the lymph sinuses |
In the medullary cords (p757)
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In the lymph sinuses
Question 48 Large lymph capillaries spanned by crisscrossing reticular fibers are known as: lymph sinuses. lymph follicles. trabeculae. medullary cords. |
lymph sinuses. (p757)
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Question 49
Which of the following cells would not be found in a germinal center in a lymph node? Plasma cells Monocytes B lymphocytes Follicular dendrite cells |
Monocytes (p756)
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Question 50
Where is the site of erythrocyte production in the fetus? Thymus Bone marrow Liver Spleen |
Spleen (p758)
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Question 51
Areas of lymphocytes suspended by reticular fibers in the spleen are known as: white pulp. lymph sinuses. medullary cords. red pulp. |
white pulp. (p758)
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Question 52
A sentinel node is the first lymph node: to encounter an antigen. that contains mature lymphocytes. to produce an antibody in an immune reaction. that receives lymph drainage from a body area suspected of cancer. |
that receives lymph drainage from a body area suspected of cancer. (p764)
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Question 53
Germinal centers in follicles are sites where B lymphocytes proliferate and produce antibodies. True (p756) False |
True (p756)
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Question 54
Lymph capillaries are structurally identical to blood capillaries. True False |
False (p754)
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Question 55
Lymph occurs as a result of the inability of blood capillaries to reabsorb all the filtered plasma volume. True False |
True
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Question 56
Lymphoid macrophages respond to antigens by producing antibodies. True False |
False
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Question 57
Our four sets of tonsils protect against pathogens entering the body through the pharynx. True False |
True (p760)
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Question 58
Red-pulp areas within the spleen are full of lymphocytes suspended on reticular tissue. True False |
False (p758 - full of macrophages)
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Question 59
The flow of lymph occurs by the same mechanisms as does venous blood flow. True False |
True (p754)
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Question 60
The only function of the spleen is lymphatic. True False |
False (p758)
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Question 61
The right bronchomediastinal trunk drains into the thoracic duct. True False |
False (p754 -the right lymphatic duct drains into the thoracic duct.)
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Question 62
The thymus gland reaches its maximal activity level late in life. True False |
False (p759)
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Question 63
The exact pattern of the lymphoid tissues differs in the various lymphoid organs. True False |
True
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Question 64
The lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes do NOT appear until shortly before birth. True False |
False (p761)
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Question 65
Lymphoid organs are composed of reticular connective tissue. True False |
True (p756&758)
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Question 66
Lymphoid cells include macrophages, dendritic cells, and lymphocytes. True False |
True (p755-756)
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Question 67
MALT is found in the bronchi. True False |
True
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Question 68
Match each defense cell with the correct characteristic. Macrophages Mast cells Helper T cells Plasma cells 1. Coordinate humoral and cellular immune responses 2. A common APC 3. Invoke inflammation when IgE cross links to them 4. Produce immunoglobulins |
Macrophages (2) - p779
Mast cells (3) - p769 Helper T cells (1) - p791&795 Plasma cells (4) - p795 1. Coordinate humoral and cellular immune responses 2. A common APC 3. Invoke inflammation when IgE cross links to them 4. Produce immunoglobulins |
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Question 69
Match the following: Leukocytosis Acid mantle Opsonization Gamma globulin 1. Covers the skin and limits bacterial growth 2. A plasma protein 3. Characterized by high numbers of neutrophils 4. This process encourages phagocytosis |
Leukocytosis (3) - p771
Acid mantle (1) - p772 Opsonization (4) - p768 Gamma globulin (2) - p783 1. Covers the skin and limits bacterial growth 2. A plasma protein 3. Characterized by high numbers of neutrophils 4. This process encourages phagocytosis |
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Question 70
Match the following: Stomach mucosa Saliva and tears Skin Respiratory tract 1. First line of defense against invading organisms 2. Produces HCl and enzymes that kill bacteria 3. Contains the antibacterial enzyme called lysozyme 4. Sticky mucous membrane lined with cilia |
Stomach mucosa (2) - p772
Saliva and tears (3) Skin (1) Respiratory tract (4) 1. First line of defense against invading organisms 2. Produces HCl and enzymes that kill bacteria 3. Contains the antibacterial enzyme called lysozyme 4. Sticky mucous membrane lined with cilia |
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Question 71
Match the following cells of the immune system with their functions. Natural killer cells Macrophages Neutrophils 1. Phagocytes; will migrate to the site of an infection within a few hours 2. Derived from circulating monocytes 3. A small subgroup of lymphocytes that will attack cancerous cells |
Natural killer cells (3) - p768
Macrophages (2) Neutrophils (1) 1. Phagocytes; will migrate to the site of an infection within a few hours 2. Derived from circulating monocytes 3. A small subgroup of lymphocytes that will attack cancerous cells |
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Question 72
Match each of the following inflammatory response terms with the correct causative activity. Hyperemia Chemotaxis Edema Exudate 1. Increased blood flow due to vasodilation of blood vessels entering the injured area 2. Caused by excess blood flow to the injured area; helps to dilute harmful substances and brings in excess oxygen 3. Seeps from the capillaries and contains clotting factors and antibodies 4. The process in which white blood cells are attracted to the site of an injury |
Hyperemia (1) - p770
Chemotaxis (4) - p773 Edema (2) - p770-71 Exudate (3) - p770 1. Increased blood flow due to vasodilation of blood vessels entering the injured area 2. Caused by excess blood flow to the injured area; helps to dilute harmful substances and brings in excess oxygen 3. Seeps from the capillaries and contains clotting factors and antibodies 4. The process in which white blood cells are attracted to the site of an injury |
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Question 73
Match each of the following terms associated with the correct inflammatory process. Chemicals released from injured tissues stimulate rapid proliferation and release of cells Neutrophils attach to CAMs on the endothelial linings in the injured area Inflammatory chemicals attract neutrophils to the injured areas Neutrophils squeeze through walls of capillaries into the tissues 1. Leukocytosis 2. Margination 3. Diapedesis 4. Chemotaxis |
Chemicals released from injured tissues stimulate rapid proliferation and release of cells (1)-p771
Neutrophils attach to CAMs on the endothelial linings in the injured area (2) - p771 Inflammatory chemicals attract neutrophils to the injured areas (4) - p773 Neutrophils squeeze through walls of capillaries into the tissues (3) - p773 1. Leukocytosis 2. Margination 3. Diapedesis 4. Chemotaxis |
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Question 74
Match each of the following cells with the specific immune response. Cytotoxic T cells Plasma cells Helper T cells Memory B cells 1. Secrete antibodies 2. Remember antigens from one exposure event to the next 3. Bind to antigen-presenting cells to begin the process of co-stimulation 4. Attack and lyse cells that are not "self" |
Cytotoxic T cells (4) - p792&795
Plasma cells (1) - p756&795 Helper T cells (3) - p791&795 Memory B cells (2) - p780&795 1. Secrete antibodies 2. Remember antigens from one exposure event to the next 3. Bind to antigen-presenting cells to begin the process of co-stimulation 4. Attack and lyse cells that are not "self" |
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Question 75
Match the following antibody types with their characteristics. IgM IgA IgG IgE 1. Most abundant antibody found in the plasma 2. Found in body secretions such as milk, saliva, and sweat 3. Levels greatly elevated during severe allergic responses 4. First class released by plasma cells and is indicative of a current infection |
IgM (4) - p784
IgA (2) IgG (1) IgE (3) 1. Most abundant antibody found in the plasma 2. Found in body secretions such as milk, saliva, and sweat 3. Levels greatly elevated during severe allergic responses 4. First class released by plasma cells and is indicative of a current infection |
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Question 76
Match each of the following types of immune response with the correct immunotherapy. Immunity gained through injections of dead or attenuated strains of the disease causing agents Immunity gained from being exposed to the pathogen and developing the illness Immunity gained from transport of antibodies across the placental membrane or through the mother's milk Immunity gained from injections of clonal antibodies to fight off a current pathogen invasion 1. Active natural 2. Active artificial 3. Passive natural 4. Passive artificial |
Question 76
Match each of the following types of immune response with the correct immunotherapy. Immunity gained through injections of dead or attenuated strains of the disease causing agents (2) - p782 Immunity gained from being exposed to the pathogen and developing the illness (1) -p782 Immunity gained from transport of antibodies across the placental membrane or through the mother's milk (3) - p782 Immunity gained from injections of clonal antibodies to fight off a current pathogen invasion (4) - p782 1. Active natural 2. Active artificial 3. Passive natural 4. Passive artificial |
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Question 77
Match the following autoimmune diseases with their correct descriptions. Disease that destroys the myelin sheaths of the brain and spinal cord Disease that leads to drooping of facial muscles because the neuromuscular junctions are damaged Disease that destroys the linings of joints Thyroid gland becomes hyperactive 1. Multiple sclerosis 2. Grave's disease 3. Rheumatoid arthritis 4. Myasthenia gravis |
Disease that destroys the myelin sheaths of the brain and spinal cord (1) - p797
Disease that leads to drooping of facial muscles because the neuromuscular junctions are damaged (4) - p797 Disease that destroys the linings of joints (3) - p797 Thyroid gland becomes hyperactive (2) - p797 1. Multiple sclerosis 2. Grave's disease 3. Rheumatoid arthritis 4. Myasthenia gravis |
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Question 78
Match the following: Harmful microorganisms Proteins that attach to antigen Defenses we are born with System of proteins that lyse cell membranes Defenses we gain through life experiences and exposure to antigens 1. Innate 2. Adaptive 3. Pathogens 4. Complement 5. Immunoglobulins |
Harmful microorganisms (3) - p782 & G-17
Proteins that attach to antigen (5) - p783&795 Defenses we are born with (1) - p767) System of proteins that lyse cell membranes (4) - p774-5 & 785 & G-6 Defenses we gain through life experiences and exposure to antigens (2) - p775 1. Innate 2. Adaptive 3. Pathogens 4. Complement 5. Immunoglobulins |
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Question 79
A "foreign" molecule which can invoke the immune response is called a(n): antibody. immunoglobulin. colony-stimulating factor. antigen. hapten. |
antigen. (p776)
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Question 80
Active artificially acquired immunity is a result of: injection of an immune serum. vaccination. antibodies passed on from mother to fetus through the placenta. contact with a pathogen. antibodies passed on from mother to baby through breast milk. |
vaccination. (p781-782)
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Question 81
Complement proteins work by: neutralization of antigens. phagocytosis of target cells. forming pores in the membranes of target cells. creating an impermeable barrier. producing antibodies |
phagocytosis of target cells.
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Question 82
Cytotoxic T cells kill target cells: through injection of tumor necrosis factor. by secreting antibodies. by phagocytosis. through insertion of perforins into the target's membrane. by releasing oxidizing agents. |
through insertion of perforins into the target's membrane.
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Question 83
Lymphocytes that develop immunocompetence in the thymus are: NK cells. B lymphocytes. T lymphocytes. |
T lymphocytes.
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Question 84
Saliva and lacrimal fluids contain this enzyme that destroys bacteria. Pepsin Trypsin Salivase Lysozyme Amylase |
Lysozyme
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Question 85
The immune cell that allows for subsequent recognition of an antigen, resulting in a secondary response, is called a(n): memory cell. plasma cell. helper T cell. basophil. antigen-presenting cell. |
memory cell.
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Question 86
These molecules are secreted by leukocytes and macrophages and result in a fever. Heparin Histamine Keratin Pyrogens Antibodies |
Pyrogens
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Question 87
This type of disease results from the inability of the immune system to distinguish self- from nonself-antigens. Allergy Autoimmune disease SCID Anaphylaxis Immunodeficiency |
Autoimmune disease
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Question 88
When a localized area exhibits increased capillary filtration, hyperemia, and swelling, it is an indication that: fever is developing. an immune response is underway. inflammation is occurring. antigens are present. antibodies are phagocytizing target cells. |
inflammation is occurring.
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Question 89
Which cell does NOT have a direct role in phagocytosis? Basophil Neutrophil Kupffer cell Eosinophil Macrophage |
Basophil
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Question 90
Which cells stimulate both arms of the immune response? Helper T cells Plasma cells Killer T cells Basophils Complement cells |
Helper T cells
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Question 91
Which nonspecific defense cells specialize in attacking cancer cells and virus-infected cells? Natural killer cells Basophils Macrophages Helper T lymphocytes Plasma cells |
natural killer cells
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Question 92
Which of the following is a nonspecific barrier defense? Macrophages Complements Mucous membranes Antibodies Natural killer cells |
Mucous membranes
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Question 93
Which statement below is characteristic of a secondary humoral response? It occurs much more rapidly than a primary response. It only occurs in the spleen. It triggers fever. It results in less antibody secretion. It results in less memory cell circulation. |
It occurs much more rapidly than a primary response.
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Question 94
Which type of molecule is produced by virus-infected cells to communicate to non-infected cells the presence of a virus? Pyrogen Interleukin Antigen Complement Interferon |
Interferon
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Question 95
Which of the following is NOT a surface barrier to pathogen influx? Saliva and tears Skin secretions Complement cascade Mucous membranes |
Saliva and tears
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Question 96
Which of the following is NOT one of the cardinal signs of inflammation? Redness Pain Opsonization Heat Swelling |
Opsonization
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Question 97
The process that begins when a helper T cell binds to an MHC class II protein on a displaying cell is known as: T cell proliferation. antigen proliferation. costimulation. self-antigen recognition. |
costimulation.
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Question 98
All of the following are examples of autoimmune disorders, except: rheumatoid arthritis. systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). myasthenia gravis. Grave's disease. sickle-cell anemia. |
sickle-cell anemia.
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Question 99
Which of the following is NOT an innate defense mechanism of the body? Ectoderm Skin B lymphocytes Ectoderm and endoderm Inflammation Fever Blood cells |
B lymphocytes
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Question 100
Which of the following steps is the first step in an inflammatory response? Adhesion of the neutrophil's cell-adhesion molecules to antigen Positive chemotaxis Release of leukocytosis, inducing factor Diapedesis |
Release of leukocytosis, inducing factor
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Question 101
In the respiratory burst, _____________ are released, which have potent cell-killing ability. free radicals neutrophils histamines platelet-derived growth factors |
free radicals
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Question 102
Leukotrienes cause: dilation of the small blood vessels in an injured area. neutrophils to migrate to an area of inflammation. the release of digestive enzymes outside the cell. apoptosis of cells. |
dilation of the small blood vessels in an injured area.
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Question 103
Toll-like receptors are found on: neutrophils. mast cells. lymphocytes. macrophages. |
macrophages.
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Question 104
Interferons can be used to treat all of the following, except: viral infections. muscular dystrophy. Hepatitis C. cancer. |
muscular dystrophy.
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Question 105
All of the following are functions of interferon, except that: they interfere with viral replication in affected cells. they only occur naturally. they mobilize natural killer cells. they are not virus specific. |
they only occur naturally.
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Question 106
Which of the following minerals needed for bacterial reproduction does both the liver and spleen sequester during a fever? Phosphorous Copper Zinc Magnesium |
Zinc
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Question 107
Which hypersensitivity is caused by T lymphocytes? Acute Chronic Subacute Delayed |
Delayed
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Question 108
Without __________ there is no adaptive immune response. Antibodies B lymphocytes plasma cells T lymphocytes |
T lymphocytes
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Question 109
A person with type-A blood is given a unit of type-B blood; IgM agglutinates the type-B blood. True False |
True
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Question 110
Delayed hypersensitivity reactions are caused by the cross-linking of antibodies to mast cells or basophils. True False |
False
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Question 111
Immune cells remain relatively immobile within the lymphatic and circulatory system. True False |
False
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Question 112
Immunocompetence refers to the ability of the immune system to form antibodies and killing compounds. True False |
False
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Question 113
In addition to cell lysis, complement activation may invoke neutralization, precipitation, and inflammation. True False |
False
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Question 114
Interleukin 1 (IL-1) is released by helper T cells to stimulate bound T cells. True False |
False
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Question 115
The HIV attacks helper T cells by binding onto the CD4 proteins. True False |
True
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Question 116
The immune system is highly adaptive because gene coding for antibodies display somatic recombination. True False |
True
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Question 117
Plasma cells are responsible for "remembering" what a pathogen looks like. True False |
False
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Question 118
Binding of a helper T cell with an antigen-displaying cell will lead to costimulation. True False |
True
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Question 119
Neutrophils respond to infection by releasing antibody proteins into the blood. True False |
False
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Question 120
The polio vaccine is an example of active artificial immunotherapy. True False |
True
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Question 121
Self-antigens are ignored by T cells. True False |
True
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Question 122
Dendritic cells are important antigen-presenting cells. True False |
True
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Self Generated Question 1
What does M.A.L.T. stand for? |
Mucosa-asssociated lymphatic tissue
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What is included in M.A.L.T.?
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peyer's patches, the appendix, tonsils (all in digestiive tract), lymphoid follicles (in walls
of the bronchi (organs of respiratory tract) and mucosa of genitourinary organs) |