Lymphatic system

Question 1

3 Functions of lymphatic system

Answer 1

• Remove excess fluid from the interstitual space
• Returns small proteins (inc. pathogens) and fluid that leaked from capillaries
• Key role in immune defence and surveillance; -physical and phagocytic barrier -source of lymphocytes

Question 2

Lymphadenopathy

Answer 2

Swollen lymph node(s) due to infection or malignancy (primary and secondary)

Question 3

Lymphoedema

Answer 3

Condition of localized swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system.
Difficulty removing excess interstitual fluid, due to an underlying cause in the lymphatic system

Question 4

Enlarged lymph node; how would the lymph node feel upon palpation with regards to each possible cause?

Answer 4

Slide 8 cervical lymph node lecture

Question 5

Do superficial lymph nodes drain into the deep lymph nodes?

Answer 5

Yes

Question 6

Where are the superficial lymph nodes draining the face, scalp and neck?

Answer 6

Slide 12 cervical lymph node lecture

Question 7

Does the pre auricular node drain lymph from the area around the eye?

Answer 7

slide 14 cerivical lymph node lecture

Question 8

Where does lymphatic tissue ultimately drain into?

Answer 8

https://teachmeanatomy.info/the-basics/ultrastructure/lymphatic-system/

Question 9

Does the thyroid move when swallowing?

Answer 9

Yes

Question 10

Possible cause of midline neck lump?

Answer 10

Cervical lymph nodes lecture slide 24

Question 11

Possible causes of lateral neck lump?

Answer 11

Cervical lymph nodes lecture slide 24

Question 12

Cervical lymph nodes lecture slide 28

Answer 12

Cervical lymph nodes lecture slide 28