Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

20. The Lymphatic System

Lymphatic Vasculature

Anatomy & Physiology

20. The Lymphatic System

Lymphatic Vasculature

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Which statement below describes the lymphatic system's role in relation to the cardiovascular system?

It maintains blood volume and, therefore, pressure.

It helps regulate heart rate.

It is the major source for distribution of all hormones.

Lymph transport is directly driven by heart contractions.

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Understand the primary function of the lymphatic system: It is responsible for returning excess tissue fluid to the bloodstream, which helps maintain blood volume and pressure.

Recognize that the lymphatic system does not directly regulate heart rate. Heart rate is primarily controlled by the autonomic nervous system and hormones.

Identify that the lymphatic system is not the major source for hormone distribution. Hormones are distributed through the bloodstream, which is part of the cardiovascular system.

Acknowledge that lymph transport is not directly driven by heart contractions. Instead, it relies on the contraction of skeletal muscles, pressure changes in the thorax during breathing, and valves to prevent backflow.

Conclude that the lymphatic system's role in maintaining blood volume and pressure is its primary connection to the cardiovascular system, as it helps return interstitial fluid to the blood.