Acols MLD comprehensive Questions
and Answers with Verified Solutions
Question 1:
lymphedema
Answer:
protein rich swelling protein and water disease process
Question 2:
What is the purpose of the Lymphatic Sys
Answer:
To drain lymphatic load. Sweep or filter interstitial spaces
Question 3:
True or False - Lymphatic System is a one way sys?
Answer:
true
Question 4:
MLD filtration
Answer:
Water is forced out blood capillaries through semi permeable membrane
(Pushes water out)
, Question 5:
MLD Reabsorption
Answer:
Water picks up waste products and returns them to the venous system
(Draws water back in)
Question 6:
How many liters of water return to the venous sys via the thoracic duct?
Answer:
2-4 liters
Question 7:
True or False It is the responsibility of the L.S. to remove proteins fro the
tissue spaces?
Answer:
True
Question 8:
edema
Answer:
Accumulation of fluid in interstitial spaces of tissues.
Question 9:
Causes of edema
Answer:
pregnancy venous insufficiency renal failure kidney disease heart
condition
and Answers with Verified Solutions
Question 1:
lymphedema
Answer:
protein rich swelling protein and water disease process
Question 2:
What is the purpose of the Lymphatic Sys
Answer:
To drain lymphatic load. Sweep or filter interstitial spaces
Question 3:
True or False - Lymphatic System is a one way sys?
Answer:
true
Question 4:
MLD filtration
Answer:
Water is forced out blood capillaries through semi permeable membrane
(Pushes water out)
, Question 5:
MLD Reabsorption
Answer:
Water picks up waste products and returns them to the venous system
(Draws water back in)
Question 6:
How many liters of water return to the venous sys via the thoracic duct?
Answer:
2-4 liters
Question 7:
True or False It is the responsibility of the L.S. to remove proteins fro the
tissue spaces?
Answer:
True
Question 8:
edema
Answer:
Accumulation of fluid in interstitial spaces of tissues.
Question 9:
Causes of edema
Answer:
pregnancy venous insufficiency renal failure kidney disease heart
condition
