#1
What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
Transport of oxygen
Filtration of blood
Immune response and fluid balance
Digestion of food
#2
Which of the following is a common symptom of dependent edema?
Headache
Shortness of breath
Swelling in lower extremities
Nausea
#3
Which of the following is a potential complication of severe or prolonged edema?
Dehydration
Cellulitis
Hypotension
Hyperthyroidism
#4
Which of the following is a common cause of edema in pregnant women?
Preeclampsia
Gestational diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Polycystic ovary syndrome
#5
Which of the following medical conditions is associated with pericardial effusion and potential systemic edema?
Myocardial infarction
Pericarditis
Atrial fibrillation
Pulmonary embolism
#6
Which of the following is a common cause of localized edema?
Heart failure
Liver cirrhosis
Venous insufficiency
Kidney disease
#7
What is the role of albumin in maintaining fluid balance in the body?
It promotes fluid retention in tissues
It helps regulate blood pressure
It attracts and holds onto water in the bloodstream
It stimulates lymphatic drainage
#8
What is the primary cause of lymphedema?
Heart disease
Infection
Injury or trauma
Genetic factors
#9
Which condition is associated with edema in the face and hands, especially upon waking in the morning?
Hypertension
Hypothyroidism
Nephrotic syndrome
Pulmonary edema
#10
What role does the sodium-potassium pump play in the development of edema?
It increases fluid retention in tissues
It regulates blood pressure
It maintains cellular osmotic balance
It stimulates lymphatic drainage
#11
Which medical condition is characterized by pitting edema in the legs and ankles?
Deep vein thrombosis
Lymphedema
Cellulitis
Congestive heart failure
#12
What is the term for edema resulting from an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity?
Ascites
Anasarca
Hydrothorax
Pleural effusion
#13
What is the primary mechanism of action for diuretic medications in treating edema?
Increasing fluid intake
Reducing sodium excretion
Promoting urine formation and excretion
Enhancing blood clotting
#14
In which anatomical region does periorbital edema primarily occur?
Abdomen
Hands
Face
Lower limbs
#15
What is the term for edema resulting from excessive accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain?
Hydrocephalus
Meningitis
Encephalitis
Cerebral edema