ATI RN
Lymphatic System Multiple Choice Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of these immune cells are able to quickly respond post any subsequent encounter with the same antigen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Memory cells enable rapid responses to previously encountered antigens.
Question 2 of 5
What is the primary function of the cisterna chyli in the lymphatic system?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cisterna chyli stores lymph before it enters the thoracic duct.
Question 3 of 5
T lymphocytes are produced in the __________ and mature in the ___________.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: T cells are produced in bone marrow and mature in the thymus.
Question 4 of 5
Defense by B cells is known as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: B cell defense is humoral or antibody-mediated immunity.
Question 5 of 5
A person with a T lymphocyte count between 200 and 499 per cubic mm, swollen lymph nodes, and a recurrent fever would be in the __________________ stage of an HIV-1 infection.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Category B (symptomatic) includes 200-499 T cells with symptoms like fever.