Lymphatic system, lymphedema UPDATED
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Organs that are apart of the lymphatic system include - CORRECT ANSWER - - spleen
- tonsils
- thymus
- bone marrow
Lymph travels - CORRECT ANSWER - from lymphatic capillaries to lymphatic vessels to
large lymphatic ducts (right lymphatic duct, thoracic duct) to subclavian veins
Lymphedema is characterized by - CORRECT ANSWER - excessive accumulation of
lymph fluid due to mechanical insufficiency of the lymphatic system (obstruction of lymph flow
or removal of lymph nodes)
- lymph volume exceeds transport capacity/capability of lymph vessels
Lymphedema stage 0 - CORRECT ANSWER - - at risk
- swelling not yet evidence despite reduced transport capacity of system
- also called -> Latent or pre-clinical stage
Lymphedema stage 1 - CORRECT ANSWER - - reversible
- early accumulation of fluid w/ visible swelling
- pitting edema resolves w/ elevation
- Negative Stemmer's sign
, Lymphedema stage 2 - CORRECT ANSWER - - spontaneously irreversible
- increase in swelling
- elevation does not reduce swelling
- POSITIVE Stemmer's sign
Lymphedema stage 3 - CORRECT ANSWER - - elephantiasis
- fibrotic deep skinfolds
- skin may change color
- skin changes may limit mobility
Lymphadenopathy is the - CORRECT ANSWER - enlargement of lymph nodes
Lymphadenopathy is typically caused by - CORRECT ANSWER - an infection
Lymphadenitis describes - CORRECT ANSWER - lymphadenopathy accompanied by
signs of inflammation such as redness and tenderness
Lymphangitis is - CORRECT ANSWER - an acute bacterial (often streptococcus) or viral
infection that spreads throughout lymphatic system
With Lymphangitis, red streaks are often seen in skin - CORRECT ANSWER - proximal
to infection site
History for lymphatic system includes - CORRECT ANSWER - - observable swelling
- sensation of tightness, heaviness, of fullness in affected area
- tight fit of clothing or jewelry
- aching sensation
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Organs that are apart of the lymphatic system include - CORRECT ANSWER - - spleen
- tonsils
- thymus
- bone marrow
Lymph travels - CORRECT ANSWER - from lymphatic capillaries to lymphatic vessels to
large lymphatic ducts (right lymphatic duct, thoracic duct) to subclavian veins
Lymphedema is characterized by - CORRECT ANSWER - excessive accumulation of
lymph fluid due to mechanical insufficiency of the lymphatic system (obstruction of lymph flow
or removal of lymph nodes)
- lymph volume exceeds transport capacity/capability of lymph vessels
Lymphedema stage 0 - CORRECT ANSWER - - at risk
- swelling not yet evidence despite reduced transport capacity of system
- also called -> Latent or pre-clinical stage
Lymphedema stage 1 - CORRECT ANSWER - - reversible
- early accumulation of fluid w/ visible swelling
- pitting edema resolves w/ elevation
- Negative Stemmer's sign
, Lymphedema stage 2 - CORRECT ANSWER - - spontaneously irreversible
- increase in swelling
- elevation does not reduce swelling
- POSITIVE Stemmer's sign
Lymphedema stage 3 - CORRECT ANSWER - - elephantiasis
- fibrotic deep skinfolds
- skin may change color
- skin changes may limit mobility
Lymphadenopathy is the - CORRECT ANSWER - enlargement of lymph nodes
Lymphadenopathy is typically caused by - CORRECT ANSWER - an infection
Lymphadenitis describes - CORRECT ANSWER - lymphadenopathy accompanied by
signs of inflammation such as redness and tenderness
Lymphangitis is - CORRECT ANSWER - an acute bacterial (often streptococcus) or viral
infection that spreads throughout lymphatic system
With Lymphangitis, red streaks are often seen in skin - CORRECT ANSWER - proximal
to infection site
History for lymphatic system includes - CORRECT ANSWER - - observable swelling
- sensation of tightness, heaviness, of fullness in affected area
- tight fit of clothing or jewelry
- aching sensation
