Disorders of the Blood Answers

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What are the most common cells in the blood?

A
red blood cells
B
white blood cells
C
platelets
D
lymphocytes
10

Platelets trigger which function?

A
blood clotting
B
carrying oxygen
C
fighting infection
D
removing waste
13

What is the best general definition of anemia?

A
infection of the blood
B
insufficient red blood cells
C
reduced immunity from cancer
D
reduced ability to clot
14

Which factors can cause anemia? Select all that apply.

A
lack of plasma
B
lack of iron
C
lack of vitamin B12
D
lack of folic acid
17

What parts of the body are commonly affected by lymphoma?

A
blood vessels
B
lymph nodes
C
heart
D
stomach
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What body functions are affected by disorders of the plasma? Select all that apply.

A
blood pressure
B
digestion
C
body temperature
D
iron absorption
E
immune reaction
21

Thrombocytopenia is a in the number of platelets in the blood.

Answers:
Selection 1:reduction
Selection 2:stop bleeding
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What are the most common symptoms of anemia? Select all that apply.

A
bloating
B
headaches
C
fatigue
D
itchy skin
E
pale skin
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What are possible treatments for white blood cell disorders? Select all that apply.

A
anticoagulants
B
bone marrow transplant
C
blood transfusion
D
folic acid supplements
E
chemotherapy
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What are the required treatments for sepsis? Select all that apply.

A
immediate administration of intravenous fluids
B
bone marrow transplant
C
low-dose aspirin
D
immediate administration of antibiotics

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