Chapter 23 Flashcards
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What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues.
True or False: Platelets are responsible for blood clotting.
True.
Fill in the blank: The liquid component of blood is called _____ .
plasma.
What are the three main types of blood cells?
Red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for fighting bacterial infections?
Neutrophils.
What is the role of the lymphatic system?
To maintain fluid balance, absorb fats from the digestive system, and provide immune responses.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a component of the lymphatic system? A) Lymph nodes B) Spleen C) Liver D) Thymus
C) Liver.
True or False: The spleen filters blood and helps fight infections.
True.
What is anemia?
A condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
Fill in the blank: _____ is the process by which blood cells are formed.
Hematopoiesis.
What is the normal range for adult white blood cell count?
4,500 to 11,000 cells per microliter of blood.
Multiple Choice: Which type of lymphocyte is involved in the adaptive immune response? A) Eosinophils B) T cells C) Basophils D) Monocytes
B) T cells.
True or False: Lymph fluid is similar to blood plasma.
True.
What is the function of lymph nodes?
To filter lymph and trap pathogens and foreign particles.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for producing antibodies.
B lymphocyte.
What is the main role of hemoglobin?
To bind and transport oxygen in red blood cells.
Multiple Choice: Which condition is characterized by excessive bleeding due to low platelet levels? A) Thrombocytopenia B) Hemophilia C) Anemia D) Leukemia
A) Thrombocytopenia.
True or False: The bone marrow is the primary site of hematopoiesis.
True.
What is lymph?
A clear fluid that circulates in the lymphatic system, containing white blood cells and waste products.
Fill in the blank: _____ are the cells primarily responsible for the immune response.
Lymphocytes.
What is the function of the thymus gland?
To mature T lymphocytes and play a role in the immune system.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common symptom of anemia? A) Fatigue B) Fever C) Weight gain D) Nausea
A) Fatigue.
True or False: The lymphatic system plays a role in fat absorption from the digestive tract.
True.
What is the average lifespan of a red blood cell?
Approximately 120 days.
Fill in the blank: _____ are large white blood cells that engulf and digest pathogens.
Macrophages.
Multiple Choice: Which blood type is considered the universal donor? A) A B) B C) AB D) O
D) O.
KM: What are the functions of the hematologic system?
Transportation, Regulation, Protection
KM: Blood is considered a ___________ tissue
Connective
KM True or False? Blood is composed of both plasma and formed elements.
True
KM: What is considered the largest group of the plasma proteins?
Albumin
KM: Which 2 plasma proteins are essential for blood clotting?
Fibrinogen and Prothrombin
KM: Plasma is ___% water
90
KM: True or False? The normal Hemoglobin level in a Male is 12-16g/dL
False, 12-16 g/dL are normal levels for a female. The normal male level is 14-18g/dL
KM: _______ are the most numerous blood cells.
Erythrocytes
KM: What is the other name for Granular Leukocytes?
Polymorphonuclear leukocytes
KM: What is considered the largest lymphatic organ and is located directly below the diaphragm?
The Spleen
KM: What is considered the largest lymphatic organ and is located directly below the diaphragm?
The Spleen
J.S
Eosinophils:
Increase during allergic and inflammatory response, resulting in vasodilation and edema, itching, and possibly bronchial obstruction.
J.S. Red bone marrow
Manufactures blood cells, or “formed elements,” of blood.
What contributes to the production of Agranular white blood cells?
Lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus
J.S
Erythropoiesis
Formation of RBCs (erythrocytes)
Erythro = red
J.S
Erythropoietin
A glycoprotein-type hormone secreted by kidneys in adults.
J.S
Average adult body contains approximately how many L of blood
4-6 liters of blood
J.S
Blood is considered a:
connective tissue
J.S
Blood performs functions of:
Transportation
Regulation
Protection.
J.S
Hematopoiesis (Hemopoiesis)
Production, multiplication, maturation, specialization of cells in bone marrow
AW Coagulation
Blood clotting
AW T/F Glucose is a form of an antigen
False
AW A virus may be indicated by an increase in?
Lymphocytes
AW What organ is responsible for the destruction of old RBC’s?
Spleen
AW What molecule is found on erythrocytes that carries oxygen?
Hemoglobin
AW In increase in ? may indicate allergies.
Eosinophils
AW What type of nonspecific immunity protects the eyes?
Tears
AW What is responsible for humoral immune response?
B cells
AW Normal RBC value
4.2-5.4
AW What type of immunity is obtained through vaccination?
Artificially Acquired Active
BC Filters lymph fluid
lymph nodes
BC Low RBC count causes
Anemia
BC This lymphoid tissue traps pathogens
tonsils
BC Bone marrow produces…
RBC, WBC, platelets
BC This carries hemoglobin (which carries oxygen)
RBC
BC This organ removes old RBC and filters blood
spleen
BC In an emergency, what blood would be used without knowing clients blood type?
O-
BC This organ develops immune cells
thymus
BC Platelets are also known as
thrombocytes
BC This helps repair damaged blood vessels
platelets
JR What is the name for type of globulin that are antibodies that are synthesized by the body in response to antigens, providing immunity?
Gamma Globulins
JR What is the name for the percentage of blood volume occupied by RBC’s?
hematocrit
JR Which type of WBC is the largest and is characterized by the absence of granules in their cytoplasm, except for lysosomes?
Monocytes
JR What is the average lifespan of RBC’s?
120 days