Which of the Following Statements About the Lymphatic System Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the lymphatic system is true?

• A)Lymph flow is propelled by the contraction of the heart.
• B)The flow of lymph is slow compared with that of blood.
• C)One of the functions of the lymph is to absorb lipids from the biliary tract.
• D)Lymph vessels have no valves,so there is a free flow of lymph from the tissue spaces into the bloodstream and back again.

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Definitions:

Dislocation

A medical condition in which there is an abnormal displacement of the articulation between two bones, often causing pain and dysfunction.

Incision

A cut made in the body by a surgeon for the purpose of performing surgery.

Laceration

A deep cut or tear in skin or flesh.

Comminuted Fracture

A type of bone fracture where the bone is broken into several pieces.