Lymphatic and Immune Systems

which is the fluid located between cells?

Interstitial fluid

The MA should understand that a pathogen

is a bacteria, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.

What is another name for immunoglobulins?

Antibodies

The MA is educating pregnant patient on immunity and tells the patient the baby will receive what type of immunity from breast milk?

Naturally acquired passive immunity

The MA is triaging a patient that previously had chickenpox. What type of immunity does the patient have against the virus?

Naturally acquired active immunity

Lymph fluid moves through the body by

The squeezing action of skeletal muscles during movement.

What is a life threatening allergic response of the body?

Anaphylaxis

An example of an autoimmune disease is

Rheumatoid arthritis.

What disease destroys T cells and leaves the immune system weakened and susceptible to other diseases

HIV

Which disorder cause blockage of lymphatic vessels resulting in tissue swelling?

Lymphedema

Which is the largest organ of the lymphatic system?

Spleen

Which organ assists a child’s immune system and becomes almost nonexistent as a person ages?

Thymus

Lymph nodes can be found in the

Neck, axilla, groin

In naturally acquired passive immunity antibodies are

passed through the placenta

Which type of infection would a patient be more susceptible to if they were immunocompromised?

Opportunistic infections

Which disease is a digestive and immune disorder that damages the small intestines?

celiac

In autoimmune disorders

the body releases proteins called autoantibodies that attack healthy cells

Which type of lymphocytes recognize antigens in the body?

T and B cells

Which diagnosis can cause a butterfly rash on the face?

Lupus