Module 5 (Chapter 5 & 10)

T/F: A Reed-Sternberg cell confirms the diagnosis of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

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T/F: A platelet count will assist in the determination of inflammation or infectious disease of the lymphatic system.

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T/F: Asthma is curable.

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T/F: Currently, AIDS is 100% fatal.

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T/F: Delayed response allergies are the most harmful type of hypersensitivity.

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T/F: Enlargement of lymph nodes is frequently due to extra fluid circulating in the lymph system.

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T/F: Kawasaki's disease is often fatal.

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T/F: Lymphangitis is frequently treated with antiviral drugs.

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T/F: Rh-negative mothers with Rh-positive babies always have problems with antigens during their first pregnancy.

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T/F: Rheumatoid arthritis causes chronic inflammation of cardiac tissue.

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T/F: The Coombs' test is an indication of the formation of WBCs.

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T/F: The allergen that causes hay fever is perennial and is transmitted through physical contact.

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T/F: The lymph system is not dependent on the vascular system.

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T/F: Transmission of HIV through blood transfusions is still a huge threat.

F

Which of the following statements is true about the prevention of lymphadenitis?

Maintaining good general health is the most helpful.

T/F: A classic sign of rheumatoid arthritis is ulnar deviation.

T

T/F: Allergies are acquired hypersensitivity.

T

T/F: As people age, there is a decreased ability to produce antibodies, which interferes with the ability to ward off disease.

T

T/F: Hay fever is a reaction in the mucous membranes of the nose and upper respiratory tract to an allergen.

T

T/F: Initially, myasthenia gravis affects the facial muscles.

T

T/F: Lymphedema is an abnormal collection of lymph fluid usually seen in extremities.

T

T/F: Myasthenia gravis is disease that affects the transmission of nerve signals at the neuromuscular junction to muscle.

T

T/F: Status asthmaticus is a severe asthmatic attack that may last several days.

T

T/F: Swelling of the lymph nodes may be caused by the drainage of bacteria or toxic substances.

T

T/F: The best weapon against AIDS is education.

T

T/F: The four types of leukocytes are polymorphonuclear leukocytes, monocytes, macrophages, and lymphocytes.

T

T/F: The function of T cells is to stimulate B cells to produce antibodies.

T

T/F: The goal of the lymphatic system is to prevent waste products from entering the general circulation.

T

T/F: The vessels of the lymphatic system have valves.

T

T/F: There are two ducts in the lymphatic system.

T

T/F: Transfusions of blood from one person to another are a type of tissue transplant.

T

T/F: Trauma to the immune system is generally limited to treatments or medications that suppress the system.

T

Which of the following is the most common type of blood cancer in the US? a. lymphoma b. lymphangitis c. lymphedema d. Kawasaki disease

a. lymphoma

Kawasaki disease is characterized by: a. reddened lips, tongue, and mucous membranes b. pale mucous membranes c. a pustular rash d. moist skin

a. reddened lips, tongue, and mucous membranes

Characteristics of lymphadenitis include: a. swelling of lymph nodes b. a fever c. nausea d. draining lesions

a. swelling of lymph nodes

Having measles or mumps is an example of: (type of immunity)

active natural immunity

Respiratory symtpoms of allergic reactions include:

all of the above

Treatment of hay fever includes:

antihistamines

What type of immunity occurs when a person receives the MMR vaccination? a. active natural immunity b. active artificial immunity c. passive natural immunity d. passive artificial immunity

b. active artificial immunity

Organs related to the lymph system include all of the following except the: a. tonsils b. liver c. spleen d. thymus gland

b. liver

Which of the following is true about lymphoma? a. antibiotics are used to treat this condition b. lymphoma leads to an impaired immunity c. lymphoma usually resolves without treatment d. lymphoma affects normal erythrocyte production

b. lymphoma leads to an impaired immunity

Lymphangitis is characterized by a: a. furuncle b. red streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes c. vesicular eruption d. dark blue streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes

b. red streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes

Examples of tests used to diagnose allergies include: a. subcutaneous injections b. scratch tests c. x-rays d. CBC

b. scratch tests

Treatment of asthma includes all of the following except: a. desensitization b. sensitization c. avoidance of causative allergens d. medication

b. sensitization

Urticaria may be caused by all of the following except: a. insect bites b. viruses c. drugs d. food

b. viruses

Treatment of lymphangitis includes all of the following except: a. warm moist packs b. warm dry packs c. elevation of the affected area d. a and c

b. warm dry packs

Individuals who are suspected of having rheumatoid arthritis may have which of the following to confirm the diagnosis? a. UA b. CPK c. RF d. ANA

c. RF

Which of the following organisms causes lymphangitis? a. Staphylococcus b. E. coli c. Streptococcus d. a and c

c. Streptococcus

Bronchial asthma is also known as: a. status asthmaticus b. seasonal asthma c. asthma d. perennial asthma

c. asthma

Which of the following is a preventive measure for lymphedema? a. wear tight clothing or wraps to prevent swelling b. there is no preventive measures c. elevate the area while at rest d. apply how packs to the extremity

c. elevate the area while at rest

Signs and symptoms of allergies include: a. increased WBCs b. increased RBCs c. increased eosinophils d. decreased eosinophils

c. increased eosinophils

Common allergic reactions include:

contact dermatitis

Symptoms of food allergies may include:

cramping

Opportunistic infections occuring during the late phase of HIV include: a. Pneumocystis carinii penumonia b. Kaposi's sarcoma c. strep throat d. a and b

d. a and b

Causes of lymphedema include: a. an obstruction of a lymphatic vessel b. an abnormal uptake of fluid due to injury c. an overproduction of interstitial fluid due to increased capillary blood pressure d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Common causes of anaphylatic reactions include: a. antibiotics b. insect stings c. latex d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Common disease and disorders experienced during the late phase of HIV include: a. gastric ulcer b. esophagitis c. fungal infections d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Secondary organs of the immune system include: a. the spleen b. the liver c. the lymph nodes d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Symptoms of lymphangitis include: a. a fever b. chills c. malaise d. all of the above

d. all of the above

The functions of the lymph vessels include: a. transportation of lymph b. return of important nutrients c. transportation of toxic substances d. all of the above

d. all of the above

The lymphatic system includes: a. lymph ducts b. lymph vessels c. lymph nodes d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Triggers of nonallergic asthma include: a. stress b. changes in temperature c. exercise d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Common names for urticaria include:

hives and nettle rash

Hay fever is a seasonal allergic reaction that may be caused by:

ragweed pollen

Primary organs of the immune system include the:

thymus gland

A life-threatening anaphylactic reaction may be treated with:

tracheostomy