Biology 2060 - Anatomy and Physiology II » Summer 2020 » Lymphatic System Quiz

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Question #1
Red marrow is found within
A.   the large cavities contained within the shafts of long bone.
B.   spaces within spongy bone.
C.   compact bone canals.
D.   all osseous tissue of the appendicular skeleton.
Question #2
Lymph contains protein.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #3
Of the lymphatic trunks, which ones drain lymph from deep thoracic structures?
A.   Subclavian trunks
B.   Lumbar trunks
C.   Jugular trunks
D.   Intestinal trunks
E.   Bronchomediastinal trunks
Question #4
The lymphatic system's two main functions are to assist in
A.   removal of fats from the blood and inflammatory responses.
B.   endocrine function and neural support.
C.   blood cell production and endocrine function.
D.   immunity and fluid balance.
E.   neural support and blood sugar control.
Question #5
Because lymphatic vessels have three tunics (intima, media, and externa) and valves, they structurally resemble
A.   veins.
B.   capillaries.
C.   arterioles.
D.   arteries.
Question #6
Which is not correct regarding lymph nodes?
A.   They filter lymph.
B.   They contain macrophages.
C.   No exceptions; all are true of lymph nodes.
D.   They are drained by efferent lymphatic vessels.
E.   They contain strands of lymphatic cells supported by medullary cords.
Question #7
Although they are not a site of lymphocyte formation, ________ lymphatic structures provide sites where immune responses are initiated.
A.   red marrow
B.   hemopoietic
C.   primary
D.   secondary
Question #8
Lymphatic nodules consist of
A.   a hilum that is located intermediate to two lobules.
B.   crypts, trabeculae, and Reed-Sternberg cells.
C.   lymphatic cells, extracellular matrix, and an incomplete connective tissue capsule.
D.   afferent vessels, efferent vessels, a cortex, and medulla.
E.   central arteries and monocytes.
Question #9
Lymphatic capillaries
A.   filter lymph.
B.   cannot be discerned structurally from cardiovascular system capillaries.
C.   concentrate lymph prior to passing it to larger lymphatic vessels.
D.   include layers of smooth muscle for peristalsis.
E.   originate as closed-ended tubes associated with blood capillary networks.
Question #10
Which is not correct regarding the white pulp of the spleen?
A.   It serves as a blood reservoir.
B.   Its cells are arranged in clusters that are circular in shape.
C.   It contains a central artery.
D.   Its cells include T-lymphocytes, B-lymphocytes, and macrophages.
Question #11
Which are not tonsils?
A.   Adenoids
B.   Palatoglossal tonsils
C.   Pharyngeal tonsils
D.   Palatine tonsils
E.   Lingual tonsils
Question #12
The hilum of the spleen is part of its
A.   convex posterolateral border.
B.   concave posterolateral border.
C.   concave anteromedial border.
D.   convex anteromedial border.
Question #13
Fluid collected in lacteals will be carried in ________ trunks.
A.   thoracic
B.   bronchomediastinal
C.   intestinal
D.   lumbar
Question #14
This figure shows a lymph node and its components. The region indicated by number 1 is a
A.   medullary cord.
B.   germinal center.
C.   medullary sinus.
D.   mantle zone.
E.   cortical sinus.
Question #15
Which fluid does lymph most closely resemble?
A.   Whole blood
B.   Blood plasma
C.   Interstitial fluid
D.   Intracellular fluid
Question #16
When women with breast cancer undergo surgery to remove the tumor or the entire breast, the axillary lymph nodes are often removed as well. Why?
A.   The nerves that supply the axillary lymph nodes are often cut during the breast surgery.
B.   With the removal of the breast, there is no further need for lymph drainage and filtering in that part of the body.
C.   It is impossible to remove the breast without physically damaging the lymph nodes.
D.   The axillary lymph nodes receive lymph from the breast and may contain cancer cells.
E.   In removing the breast, the blood supply to the nodes is removed and they will inevitably cease to function.
Question #17
Another name for a lymphatic follicle is a
A.   lymph node medulla.
B.   thymic lobule.
C.   lymphatic nodule.
D.   white pulp.
Question #18
The central nervous system contains a dense network of lymphatic capillaries.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #19
A lymphatic capillary that picks up dietary lipids in the small intestine is called a(n)
A.   trabeculum.
B.   lacteal.
C.   cisterna chyli.
D.   efferent lymphatic vessel.
E.   afferent lymphatic vessel.
Question #20
Where do T-lymphocytes mature?
A.   Thyroid gland
B.   White bone marrow
C.   Tonsils
D.   Spleen
E.   Thymus gland

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