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If a patient's blood pH is measured to be 7.32, which condition is occurring and why is it a concern?
If a patient's blood pH is measured to be 7.32, which condition is occurring and why is it a concern?
- Alkalosis; the elevated pH can denature cellular enzymes.
- Acidosis; the lower than normal pH can alter the structure of plasma proteins. (correct)
- Alkalosis; the elevated pH can affect oxygen-carrying capacity of hemoglobin.
- Acidosis; the lower than normal pH can lead to an increase in erythrocyte production.
A blood sample is fractionated, and the hematocrit is determined to be 60%. Which of the following could explain this elevated value?
A blood sample is fractionated, and the hematocrit is determined to be 60%. Which of the following could explain this elevated value?
- The patient is a male taking supplemental testosterone. (correct)
- The patient is likely female due to naturally higher erythrocyte production.
- The patient is likely experiencing leukocytosis from a severe infection causing an increase in the buffy coat.
- The patient is experiencing decreased erythropoietin production due to kidney failure.
Following a blood smear, a technician observes a higher than normal count of eosinophils. This observation is most likely indicative of which condition?
Following a blood smear, a technician observes a higher than normal count of eosinophils. This observation is most likely indicative of which condition?
- Anemia due to decreased erythrocyte production.
- A viral infection.
- An allergic reaction or parasitic infection. (correct)
- A severe bacterial infection.
After centrifuging a tube of blood, the plasma appears milky and opaque rather than clear. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for this appearance?
After centrifuging a tube of blood, the plasma appears milky and opaque rather than clear. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for this appearance?
Which of the following formed elements would be found in the smallest quantities in a normal blood sample?
Which of the following formed elements would be found in the smallest quantities in a normal blood sample?
A patient has a condition causing a significant increase in erythrocyte production. How would this most likely affect their blood's physical characteristics?
A patient has a condition causing a significant increase in erythrocyte production. How would this most likely affect their blood's physical characteristics?
During a strenuous workout, the body temperature rises. Which function of the blood is primarily responsible for helping to lower the body temperature back to normal?
During a strenuous workout, the body temperature rises. Which function of the blood is primarily responsible for helping to lower the body temperature back to normal?
If a patient's blood plasma has a significantly lower solute concentration than their tissue fluid, what physiological effect is most likely to occur?
If a patient's blood plasma has a significantly lower solute concentration than their tissue fluid, what physiological effect is most likely to occur?
A patient has a severe infection. Which component of the blood is primarily responsible for combating the pathogens causing the infection?
A patient has a severe infection. Which component of the blood is primarily responsible for combating the pathogens causing the infection?
Why is the blood considered a connective tissue even though it's a fluid?
Why is the blood considered a connective tissue even though it's a fluid?
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Blood
Blood
Continuously regenerated connective tissue; transports gases, nutrients, wastes, and hormones.
Functions of Blood
Functions of Blood
Includes transportation, regulation, and protection functions.
Transportation function
Transportation function
Transports respiration gases, nutrients, hormones, and metabolic waste.
White Blood Cells (WBCs)
White Blood Cells (WBCs)
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Physical characteristics of Blood
Physical characteristics of Blood
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Blood pH
Blood pH
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Hematocrit
Hematocrit
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Erythropoietin (EPO)
Erythropoietin (EPO)
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Blood temperature
Blood temperature
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Plasma composition
Plasma composition
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