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What is the primary function of red blood cells (RBCs)?
What is the primary function of red blood cells (RBCs)?
- To transport oxygen throughout the body (correct)
- To regulate blood pressure
- To initiate the clotting process
- To produce lymphocytes for immune function
Which of the following is a characteristic of iron deficiency anemia?
Which of the following is a characteristic of iron deficiency anemia?
- Increased mean cell volume (MCV)
- Increased transferrin saturation
- Microcytosis (small, pale RBCs) (correct)
- Decreased transferrin levels
What is the primary cause of anemia in older adults?
What is the primary cause of anemia in older adults?
- Anemia of chronic inflammation or chronic disease (correct)
- Decreased gastrointestinal iron intake
- Increased iron requirements due to rapid growth
- Increased menstrual losses
What is a potential age-related change in the bone marrow?
What is a potential age-related change in the bone marrow?
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Which of the following is a factor that can contribute to hypercoagulation (increased clotting) in older adults?
Which of the following is a factor that can contribute to hypercoagulation (increased clotting) in older adults?
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What is the primary function of red blood cells (RBCs)?
What is the primary function of red blood cells (RBCs)?
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What is the normal range for hematocrit in adult males?
What is the normal range for hematocrit in adult males?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of hemoglobin S, the abnormal hemoglobin found in sickle cell disease?
Which of the following is a characteristic of hemoglobin S, the abnormal hemoglobin found in sickle cell disease?
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What is the primary function of platelets in the blood?
What is the primary function of platelets in the blood?
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What is the normal range for mean cell volume (MCV) in adults?
What is the normal range for mean cell volume (MCV) in adults?
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