Mean cell hemoglobin mch - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Anemia Definition Reduction in the total number of erythrocytes (RBCs) in the circulating blood OR Decrease in quantity OR quality of Hb This results in ↓O2 carrying capacity of the blood Hypoxemia Hypoxia Causes Impaired erythrocyte production Blood loss (acute/chronic) Increased erythrocyte destruction Mild S/S Fatigue/Weakness/Dizzy Pallor (skin and mucus membranes) Cold hands and feet Nail changes (become brittle) Hair loss Dangerous S/S SOB/Dyspnea Chest pain/Arrhythm...

Septic shock bacterial toxins Widespread vasodilation Hypovolemic shock decreased blood volume Bc : trauma, burns, dehydration Cardiogenic shock inadequate pumping of heart Ex : heart failure cardiomyopathy Anaphylactic shock severe allergic reaction Ex: allergic reaction Anemia of chronic blood loss causes chronic nsaid use Menorrhagia - heavy periods Peptic ulcer - pud Anemia of chronic blood loss mcv,mch,mchc all low Anemia of chronic blood loss is what type microcytic hypochromic anemi...

NR 507 Anemia Exam Questions with Complete Solutions Anemia can be caused by? - ANSWER 1) impaired RBC production, 2) excessive blood loss, 3) increased RBC destruction OR any combination of the three. Red Blood Cell (RBC) - ANSWER The number of erythrocytes in 1 cubic mm of whole blood. Normal for men is 4.7-6.1 mcL. Normal in women is 4.5-5.2 mcL. Hemoglobin (Hgb) - ANSWER The oxygen carrying pigment of red cells. Normal for men is 13.5-17.5 g/dL. Normal for women is 12.0-15.5 g/dL...

NR 507 Anemia Exam Questions with Complete Solutions Anemia can be caused by? - ANSWER 1) impaired RBC production, 2) excessive blood loss, 3) increased RBC destruction OR any combination of the three. Red Blood Cell (RBC) - ANSWER The number of erythrocytes in 1 cubic mm of whole blood. Normal for men is 4.7-6.1 mcL. Normal in women is 4.5-5.2 mcL. Hemoglobin (Hgb) - ANSWER The oxygen carrying pigment of red cells. Normal for men is 13.5-17.5 g/dL. Normal for women is 12.0-15.5 g/...

Hematology ASCP Exam Questions And Answers Bone marrow and Peripheral blood - ANS Growth factors that stimulate cell line maturation are: Locations of active marrow in adults - ANS Flat bones What conditions are associated with increased storage of iron - ANS Hemosiderosis Hemochromatosis Transferrin - ANS iron transport protein Iron storage forms: - ANS ferritin and hemosiderin Porphyrias - ANS diseases that result from deficiencies of any of several...

What are the components of the CBC? WBC, RBC, platelets, Hemglobin, Hematocrit, RBC indices (MCV, MCH, MCHC), RDW, MPV (may also include a WBC differential) What is the normal range for the WBC count? 5,000 - 10,000 /ul What are some possible reasons for leukocytosis? Acute infection (bacterial) Pregnancy Leukemia What are some possible reasons for leukopenia? Chemotherapy Viral infection Aplastic anemia Instead of solely looking at the WBC count, what must y...

____________ occurs when oxygen delivery is inadequate as a result of a deficient hematocrit (the volume percentage of healthy rbcs) or a decreased amount of normal hemoglobin. Anemia Anemia that occurs because of a decreased hematocrit may be caused by: blood loss, inadequate RBC production, or increased RBC destruction. Insufficient or defective hemoglobin may occur because of: nutritional deficiencies and physiologic disorders Anemia results in less oxygen reaching cells and tissues which ...

NSG 533 - Exam 4 Questions and Answers Anemia can contribute to: - Answer- coronary ischemia Composition of blood - Answer- 5.5L total. 50-55% = plasma; 90% water Erythropoesis is stimulated by... - Answer- erythropoetin Hemoglobin A - Answer- the majority of adult hemoglobin. 97% of circulating hemoglobin. 2 alpha and 2 beta chains. HbA2 - Answer- minor adult hemoglobin. 2-3% of circulating hemoglobin. 2 alpha and 2 delta chains. Hemoglobin F - Answer- Fetal hemoglobin. 2 alpha and 2 ga...

BOC Hematology Exam - Questions and Answers Thalassemia is found: A) Only in the Mediterranean Sea area B) Only in Australia and South Pacific Islands C) Only in Southeast Asia D) Only on the African continent E) Worldwide Decreased or absent alpha-chain production will result in: A) Decreased gamma chain production during fetal life and adult life B) Excess gamma chain production during fetal life and at birth C) No gamma chain production during fetal life D) No gamma chain production during ...

RODAK'S CH 15 AUTOMATED BLOOD CELL ANALYSIS/ Q&A _ VERIFIED 1. Counting the number and size of electrical interferences created by blood cells as they pass through a small aperture is a description of which of the following principles? a. electronic impedance b. optical scatter c. conductivity d. laminar flow - CORRECT ANSWER - A 2. What technology minimizes the problems of a rigid aperture, including protein buildup, coincidence, and a single cell being counted twice? a. forward ...