Pathophysiology Chapter 10- test bank| Questions With 100% Correct Answers | Verified

Which of the following would result from a reduced number of erythrocytes in the blood? A) Increased hemoglobin in the blood B) Decreased hematocrit C) Increased risk of hemostasis D) Decreased osmotic pressure of the blood - B What term is used to describe a deficit of all types of blood cells? A) Leucopenia B) Neutropenia C) Pancytopenia D) Erythrocytosis - C Individuals with type O blood are considered to be universal donors because their blood: A) contains A and B antibodies. B) contains A and B antigens. C) lacks A and B antibodies. D) lacks A and B antigens. - D What are the two circulations that comprise the overall circulatory system? A) Pulmonary and systemic circulations B) Peripheral and central circulations C) Cardiovascular and lymphatic circulations D) Cardiopulmonary and peripheral circulations - A Chronic blood loss causes anemia because of the: A) shortened life span of the erythrocytes.