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NurseDive Free Nursing Practice Question
The trachea branches into the:.
A. Primary bronchi, one to each lung.
The trachea divides into two primary bronchi, one for each lung.
B. Secondary bronchi, one to each lung.
The trachea does not directly branch into secondary bronchi. Choices C and D rationale: The trachea does not branch into an uneven number of bronchi for the right and left lungs.
C. Primary bronchi, two right and one left.
D. Secondary bronchi, two right and one left.
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Full Explanation
Choice A rationale:
The trachea divides into two primary bronchi, one for each lung.
Choice B rationale:
The trachea does not directly branch into secondary bronchi. Choices C and D rationale: The trachea does not branch into an uneven number of bronchi for the right and left lungs.
Similar Questions
In which lymphatic organ do T cells mature?.
A. Thymus.
T cells mature in the thymus.
B. Red bone marrow.
While red bone marrow is where all blood cells, including T cells, originate, T cells specifically mature in the thymus. Choices C and D rationale: Tonsils and the spleen are parts of the lymphatic system, but they are not where T cells mature. So, the correct answer is Choice A, after analyzing all choices.
C. Tonsils.
D. Spleen.
Full Explanation
Choice A rationale:
T cells mature in the thymus.
Choice B rationale:
While red bone marrow is where all blood cells, including T cells, originate, T cells specifically mature in the thymus. Choices C and D rationale: Tonsils and the spleen are parts of the lymphatic system, but they are not where T cells mature.
So, the correct answer is Choice A, after analyzing all choices.
What are the key functions of the lymphatic system?.
A. Immunity, absorption of fats and the maintenance of fluid balance.
The lymphatic system has many functions, including immunity, absorption of fats, and the maintenance of fluid balance. Choices B and C rationale: While the lymphatic system does play a role in immunity and maintaining fluid balance, these are not its only functions.
B. Immunity only.
C. Maintenance of fluid balance only.
D. Immunity and electrolyte balance.
The lymphatic system does not directly regulate electrolyte balance. So, the correct answer is Choice A, after analyzing all choices.
Full Explanation
Choice A rationale:
The lymphatic system has many functions, including immunity, absorption of fats, and the maintenance of fluid balance. Choices B and C rationale: While the lymphatic system does play a role in immunity and maintaining fluid balance, these are not its only functions.
Choice D rationale:
The lymphatic system does not directly regulate electrolyte balance.
So, the correct answer is Choice A, after analyzing all choices.
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Full Explanation
Choice A rationale:
Peyer’s patches are lymphoid nodules located in the small intestine and play a role in immune surveillance of the intestinal lumen and in the facilitation of the immune response.
Choice B rationale:
The appendix serves as a reservoir for beneficial gut bacteria. It is a narrow pouch that projects off the cecum in the digestive system.
Choice C rationale:
Adenoids are not known to serve as a reservoir for beneficial gut bacteria. They are located in the upper part of the throat and are part of the immune system, helping to fight off infections and trap bacteria that enter through the nose.
Choice D rationale:
Tonsils are not known to serve as a reservoir for beneficial gut bacteria. They are lymphoid tissues located at the back of the throat and help protect the body from respiratory infections.