BOC Study Guide Questions and Answers Graded A+

BOC Study Guide Questions and
Answers Graded A+
What is the main function of neutrophils in the body?

A) Produce antibodies

B) Transport oxygen


✔✔C) Defend against bacterial infections


D) Aid in blood clotting




Which organ is responsible for filtering old red blood cells from circulation?

A) Kidney

B) Liver

C) Pancreas


✔✔D) Spleen




What type of cells are primarily involved in the body's allergic responses?

A) Erythrocytes


✔✔B) Eosinophils


C) Neutrophils

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,D) Platelets




What does a hematocrit test measure?


✔✔A) The percentage of red blood cells in blood


B) The total blood volume

C) White blood cell count

D) Hemoglobin levels




Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to muscle weakness and heart irregularities?

A) Hypernatremia

B) Hypercalcemia


✔✔C) Hyperkalemia


D) Hyperphosphatemia




Which blood type is considered the universal recipient?


✔✔A) AB+


B) O+

C) B-


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,D) A-




What does a high creatinine level indicate about kidney function?

A) Normal kidney function


✔✔B) Reduced kidney function


C) Enhanced filtration

D) Increased urine output




What is the function of lymphocytes?

A) To help with blood clotting


✔✔B) To produce antibodies and fight infections


C) To carry oxygen

D) To break down fats




Which blood test would best indicate the presence of inflammation?

A) Hemoglobin count

B) Platelet count


✔✔C) C-reactive protein (CRP)


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, D) Calcium level




Which organ is primarily involved in regulating blood pH?

A) Spleen


✔✔B) Kidneys


C) Pancreas

D) Liver




What test would be most useful in detecting a bacterial infection?

A) Hematocrit

B) Electrolyte panel


✔✔C) Blood culture


D) Lipid profile




What does an elevated troponin level indicate?

A) Kidney failure

B) Liver disease


✔✔C) Possible heart attack


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