Chapter 09: Lymphatic System

Chapter 09: Lymphatic System

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which of the following organs does not have lymphatic vessels?

ANS:  A

Lymphatic tissues are found abundantly throughout the body except in two places, the placenta and the brain (central nervous system). Lymphatic tissues are found abundantly in the kidneys, liver, and lungs.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering (Knowledge)                    REF:   p. 166

OBJ:   Nursing process—assessment          MSC:  Physiologic Integrity: Physiologic Adaptation

2. Cells that line the lymph node sinuses perform the specific function of:

ANS:  D

Lymph nodes defend against the invasion of microorganisms by phagocytosis.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering (Knowledge)                    REF:   p. 166

OBJ:   Nursing process—assessment          MSC:  Physiologic Integrity: Physiologic Adaptation

3. Lymph ducts merge into the venous system at the:

ANS:  C

The large ducts of the lymphatics merge into the venous system at the subclavian vein.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering (Knowledge)                    REF:   p. 167

OBJ:   Nursing process—assessment          MSC:  Physiologic Integrity: Physiologic Adaptation

4. Lymph flows faster in response to:

ANS:  A

Lymph flow increases with mounting capillary pressure, greater permeability of the capillary walls, or increased metabolic rate.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering (Knowledge)                    REF:   p. 167

OBJ:   Nursing process—assessment          MSC:  Physiologic Integrity: Physiologic Adaptation