ATI RN
Lymphatic and Immune System Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the primary source of lymphocytes in the lymphatic system?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bone marrow produces lymphocytes; liver makes blood in fetus, spleen filters, and kidneys excrete.
Question 2 of 5
Which lymphatic vessel drains the intestines?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The thoracic duct drains intestines via cisterna chyli ; right duct is upper right, capillaries collect.
Question 3 of 5
The lymphatic system transports which nutrient from the gut?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fatty acids are transported via lymph; glucose , amino acids , and vitamins go via blood.
Question 4 of 5
Which structure drains lymph from the right leg?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The thoracic duct drains the right leg via cisterna chyli ; right duct is upper right.
Question 5 of 5
What is the term for the region of an antigen recognized by an antibody?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epitope is the antibody-binding site; allotype is allelic variation, isotype is class, idiotype is uniqueness.