Lymphatic Flashcards
1
Q
In addition to immunity, lymph nodes absorb _____ from intestinal tract
A
Lipids
2
Q
Lymph nodes get rid of fluid via the ____ system
A
Renal
3
Q
What does HEENT stand for?
A
Head, ears, eyes, nose, throat
4
Q
Peyer’s patches of lymphatic tissue are located where?
A
Small intestine
5
Q
Epitrochlear nodes are located where?
A
Medial side of elbow
6
Q
You should look for ___-like symptoms during history portion of lymphatic assessment
A
Flu
7
Q
Lymph nodes should be ____, ____ nodules with _____ borders
A
Small, mobile, smooth
8
Q
What are worrisome findings for lymph assessment?
A
Immobile/fixed, prolonged swelling over 1.5cm, widespread adenopathy, multiple positive history points
9
Q
What is adenopathy?
A
Swelling of glands
