Question 1

Diseases of the liver can result in reduced production of plasma proteins. How might this condition affect the function of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

A)   The risk for edema is increased due to decreased plasma colloid osmotic pressure. This would increase lymph formation.
B)   The risk for edema is decreased due to decreased plasma colloid osmotic pressure. This would decrease lymph formation.
C)   The risk for edema is increased due to increased plasma colloid osmotic pressure. This would increase lymph formation.
D)   The risk for edema is increased due to decreased plasma colloid osmotic pressure. This would decrease lymph formation.

Question 2

During her annual physical, Jessica's blood work revealed a low blood lymphocyte count. What would this suggest about Jessica's current health?

Accepted Answer

A)   She has an increased risk for infection.
B)   She has a current active infection.
C)   She has a severe allergy.
D)   She will likely develop edema over time.

Question 3

A primary immune response results in production of __________ and IgG. A secondary immune response results in production of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   IgM; IgG
B)   IgM; IgM
C)   IgD; IgG
D)   IgE; IgM

Question 4

What is lymph?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fluid in lymphatic vessels
B)   Fluid in the tissues surrounding lymphatic vessels
C)   Fluid within the lymph nodes
D)   Fluid within the spleen and thymus

Question 5

What is the most abundant immunoglobulin in the blood?

Accepted Answer

A)   IgA
B)   IgD
C)   IgE
D)   IgG
E)   IgM

Question 6

In a healthy individual, IgA is typically most abundant in what fluids?

Accepted Answer

A)   Exocrine secretions
B)   Blood
C)   Lymph
D)   Urine

Question 7

Mrs. Anderson was diagnosed with breast cancer in her right breast. During her mastectomy (breast removal) , the surgeon also removed lymph nodes in the axillary region. What is a potential problem that might develop for Mrs. Anderson?

Accepted Answer

A)   Loss of blood supply to the right arm
B)   Excessive blood flow to the right arm
C)   Edema of the right arm
D)   Loss of tissue fluid from the right arm

Question 8

Immediate-reaction hypersensitivity occurs when an allergen binds to cell-bound IgE. What is the result of this allergen-antibody interaction?

Accepted Answer

A)   Constriction of nearby blood vessels
B)   Further production of IgE antibodies
C)   Release of histamine by mast cells
D)   Increased mucus production

Question 9

The large foreign molecules that trigger immune responses are called __________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

What is one characteristic of the spleen?

Accepted Answer

A)   It resembles a large lymph node divided into nodules.
B)   It is the site of production for platelets.
C)   It has a very limited blood flow.
D)   It is the site of maturation for T lymphocytes.

Question 11

What type of immunity develops in response to contracting an infectious disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   Naturally acquired active immunity
B)   Artificially acquired active immunity
C)   Artificially acquired passive immunity
D)   Naturally acquired passive immunity

Question 12

What drives the movement of lymph through lymphatic vessels?

Accepted Answer

A)   Contraction of nearby skeletal muscles
B)   Pumping activity of the heart
C)   Changes in osmotic pressure of lymph fluid
D)   Changes in blood pressure

Question 13

After being activated due to exposure to its target antigen, an activated T cell or B cell will proliferate, resulting in a(n) __________, a group of genetically identical cells.

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Immediate-reaction hypersensitivity occurs when an allergen binds to cell-bound IgE. What is the result of this allergen-antibody interaction?

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What is one characteristic of the spleen?

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During her annual physical, Jessica's blood work revealed a low blood lymphocyte count. What would this suggest about Jessica's current health?

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What is the most abundant immunoglobulin in the blood?

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What drives the movement of lymph through lymphatic vessels?

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After being activated due to exposure to its target antigen, an activated T cell or B cell will proliferate, resulting in a(n) __________, a group of genetically identical cells.

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A primary immune response results in production of and IgG. A secondary immune response results in production of .

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What type of immunity develops in response to contracting an infectious disease?

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Diseases of the liver can result in reduced production of plasma proteins. How might this condition affect the function of the lymphatic system?

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The large foreign molecules that trigger immune responses are called __________.

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Mrs. Anderson was diagnosed with breast cancer in her right breast. During her mastectomy (breast removal) , the surgeon also removed lymph nodes in the axillary region. What is a potential problem that might develop for Mrs. Anderson?

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In a healthy individual, IgA is typically most abundant in what fluids?

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Exam 14: Lymphatic System and Immunity

What is lymph?

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Immediate-reaction hypersensitivity occurs when an allergen binds to cell-bound IgE. What is the result of this allergen-antibody interaction?

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What is one characteristic of the spleen?

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During her annual physical, Jessica's blood work revealed a low blood lymphocyte count. What would this suggest about Jessica's current health?

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What is the most abundant immunoglobulin in the blood?

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After being activated due to exposure to its target antigen, an activated T cell or B cell will proliferate, resulting in a(n) __________, a group of genetically identical cells.

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A primary immune response results in production of __________ and IgG. A secondary immune response results in production of __________.

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What type of immunity develops in response to contracting an infectious disease?

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Diseases of the liver can result in reduced production of plasma proteins. How might this condition affect the function of the lymphatic system?

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The large foreign molecules that trigger immune responses are called __________.

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Mrs. Anderson was diagnosed with breast cancer in her right breast. During her mastectomy (breast removal) , the surgeon also removed lymph nodes in the axillary region. What is a potential problem that might develop for Mrs. Anderson?

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In a healthy individual, IgA is typically most abundant in what fluids?

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