Chapter 37 Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems

Chapter 37  Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Functions of the lymph system include:
a.
absorbing carcinogenic substances
c.
controlling fluid balance
b.
assisting with immunity
d.
producing T cells

ANS: B
The functions of the lymph system are assisting with immunity,controlling edema, and absorbing digested fats.

PTS: 1 DIF: Comprehension REF: White (2010)

2. The nurse explains to the client that red blood cells (RBCs) assist the respiratory and circulatory systems to:
a.
destroy dead and injured cells and bacteria
b.
disperse surfactants within lung tissue
c.
fight infection and assist with immunity
d.
provide oxygen to body tissues

ANS: D
RBCs in conjunction with the respiratory and circulatory systems oxygenate the body tissues.

PTS: 1 DIF: Comprehension REF: White (2010)

3. Which of these statements about white blood cells (WBCs) is TRUE?
a.
They are responsible for the exchange of O2 and CO2.
b.
They are active in the clotting mechanism of the body.
c.
They are produced by the liver according to the demand of the body.
d.
They are responsible for fighting infection and assisting with immunity.

ANS: D
White blood cells are responsible for fighting infection and assisting with immunity.

PTS: 1 DIF: Comprehension REF: White (2010)

4. If a client’s complete blood count reports an increased number of WBCs, the nurse knows this indicates the client is experiencing:
a.
bone marrow failure
b.
dietary deficiencies
c.
drug toxicity
d.
infection, inflammation, tissue necrosis, or leukemia

ANS: D
An increase in the number of WBCs (leukocytosis) may signify the presence of an infection, inflammation, tissue necrosis, or leukemia.

PTS: 1 DIF: Comprehension REF: White (2010)

5. Which of these statements about platelets is TRUE?
a.
They are responsible for the exchange of O2 and CO2.
b.
They are active in the clotting mechanism of the body.
c.
They are produced by the liver according to the demand of the body.
d.
They are responsible for fighting infection and assisting with immunity.

ANS: B
Platelets are active in the clotting mechanism of the body.

PTS: 1 DIF: Comprehension REF: White (2010)