Hematologic Emergencies Chapter 25 Exam with Questions and Answers

Hematologic Emergencies Chapter 25 Exam with Questions and Answers Regulatory functions of blood include: A) carrying nutrients throughout the body. B) transporting hormones to their target organs. C) transporting oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. D) carrying antibodies that protect against foreign organisms. ANSWER B) transporting hormones to their target organs. The volume of plasma in an adult with a total blood volume of 6.5 liters is approximately: A) 3.6 liters. B) 4.1 liters. C) 4.5 liters. D) 5.1 liters. ANSWER A) 3.6 liters. Formed elements of the blood account for approximately ___% of the total blood volume. A) 25 B) 35 C) 45 D) 55 ANSWER c. 45 Most of the blood's formed elements are: A) platelets. B) leukocytes. C) electrolytes. D) erythrocytes. ANSWER d. erythrocytes