Chapter 12: Serous Fluid

Chapter 12: Serous Fluid

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

Multiple Choice

1. Peritoneal lavage is performed to:
2. Remove ascitic fluid
3. Check for the presence of bile
4. Detect intra-abdominal bleeding
5. Provide a sufficient volume of fluid for chemical analysis

ANS: C

DIF: Level 1

OBJ: 2

TOP: Formation

2. Exudate fluids usually result from:
3. Cardiac insufficiency
4. Inflammation of the serous membrane
5. Abnormal electrolyte balance
6. Lack of protein in the diet

ANS: B

DIF: Level 1

OBJ: 3

TOP: Formation

3. The pathologic accumulation of fluid in a body cavity is termed a/an:
4. Transudate
5. Abscess
6. Exudate
7. Effusion

ANS: D

DIF: Level 1

OBJ: 2

TOP: Formation

4. Which of the following is most often associated with the formation of a transudate?
5. Malignancy
6. Congestive heart failure
7. Pancreatitis
8. Peritonitis

ANS: B

DIF: Level 1

OBJ: 3

TOP: Formation

5. The cells lining the pleural cavities are primarily:
6. Neutrophils
7. Mesothelial cells
8. Lymphocytes
9. Spindle-shaped cells

ANS: B

DIF: Level 1

OBJ: 7

TOP: Formation