Exam 15: The Lymphatic System and Immunity

Within the lymphatic system, lymph flows, in order, through the following structures: lymphatic capillaries, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, lymph trunks, lymphatic ducts.

HIV is killed by rubbing alcohol and household bleach, and by standard dishwashing and clothes washing.

Breathing assists the flow of lymph; lymph flows from the abdominal region to the thoracic region every time you _____.

The right lymphatic duct receives lymph from all of the following EXCEPT the:

The principal lymphatic trunks include all of the following EXCEPT the

Each lobe of the thymus gland consists of an outer cortex and an inner medulla.

The right lymphatic duct drains lymph into the bloodstream at the junction of the right internal jugular vein and the _____.

The thoracic (left lymphatic) duct begins as a dilation called the _____.

Lymphatic capillaries in intestinal villi are called

Which statement regarding lymph formation is TRUE?

Lymphadenitis is a condition where the skin overlying a swollen lymph node becomes red and tender.

The parotid, buccal, and submandibular lymph nodes make up the facial group of nodes.

Lymphatic capillaries merge to form larger vein-like vessels called lymphatic vessels.

The stroma (framework tissue) of the spleen consists of the capsule, trabeculae, reticular fibers, the red pulp, and the white pulp.

Lymph enters a lymph node via _____ and exits through _____.

Which of the following lymph nodes is responsible for draining the chin, lips, nose, nasal cavity, cheeks, gums, inferior surface of palate, and anterior portion of tongue?

Which of the following statements about lymph nodes is FALSE?

The parenchyma (functional portion) of this organ is comprised of _____ (lymphatic tissue) and _____ (blood-filled sinuses).

Tissues that lack lymphatic capillaries include avascular tissues.

The elderly tend to respond poorly to vaccines because of decreased production of autoantibodies.