Lymph Theory Review (Fortis Purple Mod)

Phagocytosis a. is a function only of the T cells b. is a form of specific immunity c. does not require a specific antigen d. is mediated through antibodies

does not require a specific antigen

Which of the following is the treatment of choice for an anaphylactic reaction? a. a bronchoconstricting agent b. gamma globulin c. epinephrine d. histamine

epinephrine

HIV produces sever impairment of the immune system by attacking these cells a. plasma cells b. suppressor T cells c. helper T cells d. platelets

helper T cells

Which cells secrete a lymphokine that stimulates both T and B cells? a. platelets b. killer T cells c. erythrocytes d. helper T cells

helper T cells

Binding of the bee venom allergen to antibodies on the mast cells causes a massive release of which substance? a. vaccine b. histamine c. bilirubin d. intrinsic factor

histamine

If proteins are allowed to accumulate in the interstitial space, they will a. dehydrate the tissue space b. block or clog the capillary pores c. hold water and cause edema d. act as antigens and cause an allergic reaction

hold water and cause edema

Because antibodies are carried by the blood, this type of immunity is also called a. immunotolerance b. cell-mediated immunity c. humoral immunity d. autoimmunity

humoral immunity

B and T cells are a. tonsils b. lymphocytes c. lymph nodes d. antibodies

lymphocytes

The spleen, thymus gland, tonsils, and lymph nodes are a. confined to the thoracic cavity b. lymphoid organs c. primarily concerned with hematopoiesis d. only concerned with phagocytosis

lymphoid organs

These T cells do not participate in the destruction of the pathogen, but allow for a more rapid response if the antigen is presented at a later time a. killer T cells b. suppressor T cells c. helper T cells d. memory T cells

memory T cells

The purpose of vaccination is to provide an initial exposure to an antigen to stimulate the formation of _____. a. killer T cells b. complement c. anaphylaxis d. memory cells

memory cells

This lymphoid organ is located in the ventral cavity, thoracic cavity, and mediastinum. a. spleen b. liver c. thymus gland d. adenoids

thymus gland

What structure is concerned with the processing and maturation of T lymphocytes? a. medulla oblongata b. thymus gland c. coronary sinus d. pericardium

thymus gland

What is the term that refers to the level of antibodies in your blood? a. T cell count b. titer c. white blood cell count d. hematocrit

titer

What is the term that refers to the removal of the palatine tonsils? a. appendectomy b. lymph node resection c. adenoidectomy d. tonsillectomy

tonsillectomy

Which of the following is described as partially encapsulated lymph nodes located in the throat area? a. spleen b. tonsils c. thymus gland d. lacteal

tonsils

What is the name of the toxin that has been altered so that it is harmless, yet still antigenic? a. vaccine b. antibody c. gamma globulin d. toxoid

toxoid

Which of the following represents specific immunity? a. inflammation b. interferons c. natural killer cells d. B and T cells

B and T cells

Which of the following are most associated with plasma cells and antibodies? a. neutrophils b. eosinophils c. B cells d. T cells

B cells

This cell engages in cell-to-cell combat a. erythrocyte b. platelet c. B cell d. T cell

T cell

Which of the following is classified as killer, helper, suppressor, and memory? a. granulocytes b. T cells c. antibodies d. vaccines

T cells

Which of the following conditions is most likely to cause a platelet deficiency? a. lymphedema b. a hyperactive spleen c. lymphadenopathy d. infectious mononucleosis

a hyperactive spleen

Which of the following cells engulfs the pathogen to achieve "antigen presentation"? a. a red blood cell b. a macrophage c. antibodies d. vaccines

a macrophage

What is the name of a severe hypersensitivity reaction? a. cyanosis b. immunocompetence c. autoimmunity d. anaphylaxis

anaphylaxis

IgE, IgA, IgM, and IgG are a. antigens b. interferons c. antibodies d. complement proteins

antibodies

An allergen is a(n) a. antibody b. macrophage c. lymphokine d. antigen

antigen

The inguinal lymph nodes a. line the entrance of the spleen b. are the Kupffer cells within the liver c. are located in the groin d. are part of the hepatic portal circulation

are located in the groin

What is (are) the lymphoid structure(s) that are generally removed during mastectomy? a. spleen b. liver c. axillary lymph nodes d. adenoids

axillary lymph nodes

Which of the following is true of activation of mast cells? a. causes the release of epinephrine b. is necessary for T cell activation c. prevents the development of anaphylaxis d. causes the release of histamine

causes the release of histamine

What is the name of the lymph nodes that drain the head and neck region? a. inguinal b. cervical c. thoracic d. pelvic

cervical

Which group is incorrect? a. first line of defense: skin, mucous membrane, tears, sneezing b. specific immunity: B cells, T cells c. mechanical barriers: skin, mucous membrane d. chemical barriers: tears, saliva, stomach acid, B cells, T cells

chemical barriers: tears, saliva, stomach acid, B cells, T cells

Which of the following is characterized by a local tissue response to T cell activity? a. anaphylaxis b. wheezing, edema, and hypotension c. contact dermatitis d. immunotolerance

contact dermatitis

A vaccine a. is a gamma globulin b. conveys active immunity c. contains antibodies d. is the same as an antitoxin

conveys active immunity

What is the term that refers to the use of dead or attenuated pathogens to stimulate antibody production? a. immunotolerance b. autoimmunity c. immunization d. inflammation

immunization

A booster a. increases antibodies to an antigen b. stimulates the liver to detoxify antigens c. kills a pathogen d. conveys passive immunity

increases antibodies to an antigen

Which of the following conditions is most common in people with AIDS? a. anaphylaxis b. autoimmune diseases c. infections d. hypertension

infections

Which of the following is due to a viral infection involving the lymph nodes and is called the "kissing disease"? a. Hodgkin's disease b. elephantiasis c. infectious mononucleosis d. anaphylaxis

infectious mononucleosis

Redness, heat, swelling, and pain are indicative of a. hypersensitivity reaction b. anaphylaxis c. inflammation d. autoimmune disease

inflammation

Where does lymph originally come from? a. spleen b. thoracic duct c. interstitial spaces d. lymph nodes

interstitial spaces

A lacteal is located within the a. adenoid b. tonsil c. thymus gland d. intestinal villus

intestinal villus

Thymosin a. is a hormone b. is the fluid within the lymph nodes c. is secreted by all lymph nodes d. plays no known role

is a hormone

WHich of the T cells destroys pathogens by punching holes in their cell membrane and secreting lymphokines? a. killer T cells b. helper T cells c. suppressor T cells d. memory T cells

killer T cells

Which of the following indicates why you will not get chickenpox as an adult if you were infected as a child? a. naturally acquired passive immunity b. naturally acquired active immunity c. artificially acquired active immunity d. artificially acquired passive immunity

naturally acquired active immunity

You had measles as a child. Which of the following best describes your immunity to measles? a. artificially acquired active immunity b. artificially acquired passive immunity c. naturally acquired passive immunity d. naturally acquired active immunity

naturally acquired active immunity

A breastfed infant is initially immune to the same diseases as her mom. Which of the following described the infants immunity? a. naturally acquired passive immunity b. naturally acquired active immunity c. artificially acquired active immunity d. artificially acquired passive immunity

naturally acquired passive immunity

Which of the following is most related to the placental transfer of antibodies from the mother to the fetus? a. naturally acquired active immunity b. naturally acquired passive immunity c. artificially acquired active immunity d. artificially acquired passive immunity

naturally acquired passive immunity

Which group is incorrect? a. mechanical barriers: skin, mucous membrane b. protective proteins: interferons, complement proteins c. nonspecific immunity: inflammation, NK cells, fever, T cells c. signs of inflammation: redness, heat, swelling, pain

nonspecific immunity: inflammation, NK cells, fever, T cells

These structures are located near the opening of the nasal cavity in the upper throat and are also called the adenoids a. palatine tonsils b. thymus glands c. lingual tonsils d. pharyngeal tonsils

pharyngeal tonsils

Which of the following is (are) most related to antibody-mediated immunity? a. tears b. saliva c. sneezing d. plasma cells

plasma cells

The subclavian vein a. receives lymph from the large lymphatic ducts b. pumps blood into the large lymphatic ducts c. forms the thoracic duct d. is called a lacteal

receives lymph from the large lymphatic ducts

The spleen a. removes worn-out blood cells from circulation b. is avascular c. is located in the RUQ d. secretes splenic hormones that control the entire lymphoid system

removes worn-out blood cells from circulation

A severe anaphylactic reaction causes death by a. renal failure b. respiratory obstruction c. bleeding d. infection

respiratory obstruction

Lymph from the right arm and the right side of the head and thorax drain into the a. thoracic duct b. vena cava c. right atrium d. right lymphatic duct

right lymphatic duct

The right lymphatic duct and the thoracic duct empty into the a. jugular veins b. inferior vena cava c. portal vein d. subclavian veins

subclavian veins

Which of the following is most associated with a low plasma level of antibodies? a. the booster response b. the primary response c. an autoimmune response d. anaphylaxis

the primary response

What happens if the lymphatic vessels and nodes are removed from the right axillary region? a. all lymph will drain directly into the superior vena cava b. the right arm will become gangrenous from lack of oxygen c. the right arm will become edematous d. the patient will experience anginal pain

the right arm will become edematous

What is the effect of a massive release of histamine? a. jaundice b. anemia c. thrombosis d. wheezing and hypotension

wheezing and hypotension