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When tissues are inflamed, lymphatic capillaries develop openings that permit uptake of large particles such as cell debris, pathogens, and cancer cells.

A) True
B) False

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A woman had a mastectomy that included the removal of axillary lymph nodes on her left side. What does she risk regarding her left arm and why?

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Total removal of the axillary lymph node...

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Lymph leaves a lymph node via ________.


A) efferent lymphatic vessels
B) afferent lymphatic vessels
C) the cortical sinus
D) the subcapsular sinus

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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The most important role of the spleen is to provide a site for lymphocyte proliferation and immune surveillance and response.

A) True
B) False

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How does the lymphatic system both help and hinder the spread of cancer through the body?

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Lymph nodes help rid the body of cancer ...

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What is the consequence of obstruction of the lymphatics?

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Which lymphatic structure drains lymph from the right upper limb and the right side of the head and thorax?


A) lumbar trunk
B) thoracic duct
C) right lymphatic duct
D) cisterna chyli

E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

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Lymph transport involves all but which of the following?


A) milking action of active muscle fibers
B) thorax pressure changes during breathing
C) smooth muscle contraction in the lymph capillary walls
D) lymph capillary minivalve action

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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A man involved in a traffic accident is rushed to the emergency room of a hospital with severe internal bleeding. Examination reveals a ruptured spleen. What is the treatment of choice and what is the likely long-term outcome (prognosis)?

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Supportive care or splenic repair is the...

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Chyle is delivered to the blood via the lymphatic system.

A) True
B) False

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