Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology (Shier), 12th Edition

Chapter 16: Lymphatic System and Immunity

Pre-Test

Learning Outcome 16.2

1
Which of the following contain lymph fluid?
A)systemic capillaries
B)pulmonary capillaries
C)lacteals
D)interstitial fluid

Learning Outcome 16.4

2
Inflammation of a lymph node is called _____.
A)lymphangitis
B)tonsillitis
C)lymphadenitis
D)lymphedema

Learning Outcome 16.6

3
Which of the following lymphatic areas are totally encapsulated with fibrous tissue?
A)palatine tonsil
B)Peyer's patches
C)cervical node
D)pharyngeal tonsil

Learning Outcome 16.10

4
Cell-mediated immunity is mainly a function of _____.
A)B cells
B)T cells
C)macrophages
D)neutrophils

Learning Outcome 16.14

5
The cross reaction that occurs between incompatible blood types is caused by _____ antibodies.
A)G
B)M
C)A
D)E

Learning Outcome 16.2

6
The right lymphatic and thoracic ducts drain about an equal area of the body.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 16.1

7
Bacteria cannot enter the blood from a wound in the skin as long as no bleeding is evidenced.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 16.1

8
The function of the lymphatic system is to transport proteins and other particles to the circulation where they are identified by defense cells.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 16.4

9
Breathing helps facilitate return of lymph by creating a positive pressure in the thoracic cavity.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 16.7

10
Thymosin is a hormone that stimulates the development of thymocytes into all lymphocyte types.
A)True
B)False
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