Which of the Following Pathological Conditions Results in Primary Lymphedema

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pathological conditions results in primary lymphedema?

• A)Infection
• B)Radiation therapy
• C)Hypoplasia of the lymphatic system
• D)Chronic venous insufficiency

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Definitions:

Resting Potential

Resting potential refers to the electric potential difference across the neuronal membrane when the neuron is not actively sending a signal.

Absolute Refractory Period

The period immediately following the firing of a nerve fiber when it cannot be stimulated to fire again, no matter how strong the incoming signal.

Action Potential

A momentary change in electrical potential on the surface of a neuron that occurs when it is stimulated and is capable of transmitting a signal along the neuron.

Millivolts

A unit of electric potential equal to one thousandth of a volt.