During an infection,the nurse assesses the lymph nodes.Lymph nodes enlarge and become tender because:
A) Lymphocytes are rapidly dividing.
B) Edema accumulates within the fibrous capsule.
C) Microorganisms are accumulating.
D) The nodes are not functioning properly.

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During an infection,the rate of proliferation of lymphocytes within the nodes is so great that the nodes enlarge and become tender.
Edema may be present,but the tenderness is due to proliferation of lymphocytes.
The tenderness is not due to the microorganisms,but to the proliferation of lymphocytes.
The tenderness is due to the normal function of the gland in response to the proliferation of lymphocytes.

During an Infection,the Nurse Assesses the Lymph Nodes