Clin Med II: Lectures Flashcards

1
Q

What kind of pulse will a person with anemia have?

A

Bounding pulse due to icreased viscosity

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2
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What is the most common hematologic disorder?

A

Anemia

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3
Q

What does anemia result in in the body?

A

Diminished oxygen carrying capacity and tissue hypoxia

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4
Q

How dos the body increase O2 delivery?

A

Increase blood flow, increase red cell mass or hemoglobin, increase O2 extrction (SaO2-SvO)

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