Documenting Lymphatic Abnormalities
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Which of the following is NOT a primary lymphatic organ where lymphocytes are produced or differentiated?

  • Thymus
  • Spleen (correct)
  • Tonsils
  • Bone marrow

    • Which of the following is a key function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

  • Production of lymphocytes
  • Storage of red blood cells
  • Filtration of microorganisms from the blood
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of lymphedema, a lymphatic system abnormality?

  • Inflammation of lymph vessels
  • Accumulation of lymph fluid in tissues (correct)
  • Increased production of lymphocytes
  • Swelling of lymph nodes

    • Which of the following is a type of lymphadenopathy, an abnormality of the lymph nodes?

    <p>Lymphadenitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a secondary lymphatic organ or tissue where lymphocytes come in contact with antigens and mature into effector cells?

    <p>Peyer's patches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the left supraclavicular node in the lymphatic drainage system?

    <p>It receives lymphatic drainage from the majority of the body through the thoracic duct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lymph node group is associated with receiving drainage from the abdominal and pelvic regions?

    <p>Right supraclavicular lymph node</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition can lead to lymphadenopathy in the inguinal area?

    <p>Gonococcal infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lymph node group is commonly associated with infections of the scalp and neck?

    <p>Postauricular lymph node group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the body is primarily drained by the axillary lymph nodes?

    <p>Upper extremities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient presents with malaise, fever, weight loss, and night sweats. Which of the following is the most likely cause of these symptoms?

    <p>Lymphoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient has swelling, redness, warmth, and discoloration of an extremity. Which of the following is the most likely cause?

    <p>Lymphangitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient has enlarged lymph nodes, but they are not painful or tender. What is the most likely cause of this finding?

    <p>Normal variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the best approach to examining the lymphatic system during a physical examination?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient has a history of tuberculosis and is now presenting with enlarged lymph nodes, fever, and weight loss. What is the most appropriate next step in the evaluation?

    <p>Perform a tuberculosis evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the lymphatic circulation is correct?

    <p>Lymph fluid generally moves in one direction, from tissues to the bloodstream via the right subclavian vein or the thoracic duct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a vital function performed by the lymphatic system?

    <p>Absorption of water and electrolytes in the gut</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is characterized by the swelling of lymph nodes?

    <p>Lymphadenopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following conditions would you expect to observe inflammation of the lymphatic vessels?

    <p>Lymphangitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lymphatic organs is responsible for filtering lymph fluid and exposing circulating antigens to lymphocytes?

    <p>Lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of lymphadenopathy?

    <p>Mobile lymph nodes that can be easily palpated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lymphatic organs is NOT included in the list of accessible lymph nodes for examination?

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of lymphedema?

    <p>Painless swelling of an extremity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common finding in lymphadenitis?

    <p>Fluctuance (soft, fluid-filled) lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of lymphangitis?

    <p>Presence of vesicles or blisters along the lymphatic channels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to inflammation of the lymphatic vessels?

    <p>Lymphangitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An enlargement of lymph nodes that suggests a systemic inflammatory, infectious, or malignant process is most likely to be ____.

    <p>Generalized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In lymphedema, swelling results from obstruction of ____.

    <p>Lymphatic vessels or nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT associated with lymphedema?

    <p>Pitting edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of lymphangitis?

    <p>Infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes inflammation of a lymph node or nodes?

    <p>Lymphadenitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of lymphangitis?

    <p>Red streaking of the skin near vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is important to include when documenting findings related to lymph nodes?

    <p>'Tenderness' and 'degree of fixation' of the nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the body is LEAST likely to be examined for lymph node palpation during a routine physical exam?

    <p>Popliteal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the spleen as described in the text?

    <p>Can be palpated during a physical exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the MOST important consideration when palpating the axillary lymph nodes?

    <p>Feeling for the humeral head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the lymphatic system as described in the text?

    <p>Immune system assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lymph node group is associated with receiving drainage from the abdominal and pelvic regions?

    <p>Inguinal lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely cause of enlarged lymph nodes that are not painful or tender?

    <p>Normal lymph node response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lymph node group is commonly associated with infections of the scalp and neck?

    <p>Cervical lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a secondary lymphatic organ or tissue?

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the left supraclavicular node in the lymphatic drainage system?

    <p>It is a sentinel node for malignancies originating in the abdomen or chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the body is primarily drained by the axillary lymph nodes?

    <p>Upper limb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of lymphangitis?

    <p>Often associated with lymphedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the MOST important consideration when palpating the axillary lymph nodes?

    <p>Mobility of the nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of lymphedema, a lymphatic system abnormality?

    <p>Pitting edema in the affected limb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lymphatic organ is responsible for filtering lymph fluid and exposing circulating antigens to lymphocytes?

    <p>Lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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