How Does the Lymphatic System Contribute to the Maintenance of Blood

question 33

Multiple Choice

How does the lymphatic system contribute to the maintenance of blood pressure?

• A)The lymphatic system returns excess tissue fluid to the blood stream at the level of the subclavian veins
• B)The lymphatic system returns excess tissue fluid to the blood stream at the level of the hepatic portal veins
• C)The lymphatic system removes excess tissue fluid from the blood stream at the level of the subclavian veins
• D)The lymphatic system filters out excess nutrients from the blood stream and stores them until needed
• E)The lymphatic system returns excess nutrients and ions to the blood stream at the level of the subclavian veins

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Definitions:

Preliminary Hearing

An initial hearing in which a judge or magistrate decides if there is probable cause to believe that the defendant committed the crime with which he or she is charged.

Probable Cause

A reasonable basis for believing that a crime may have been committed, used to justify police searches, arrests, and warrants.

Magistrate

A judicial officer with the authority to oversee minor civil disputes and criminal cases.

Initial Appearance

The first appearance of a defendant before a judge after arrest, where charges are read, and rights are explained.