Pathophysiology Chapter 21 Alterations of hematologic function Exam with correct question and answers

Pathophysiology Chapter 21 Alterations of hematologic function Exam with correct question and answers 1. C: A patient's anemia is described as having erythrocytes that demonstrate anisocytosis. The nurse would recognize the erythrocytes would be: a. Pale in color b. Present in various sizes c. Able to assume various shapes d. Live only a few days REF: p. 501 2. B: A newborn is diagnosed with congenital intrinsic factor deficiency. Which of the following types of anemia will the nurse see documented on the chart? a. Iron deficiency anemia b. Pernicious anemia c. Sideroblastic anemia d. Hemolytic anemia REF: p. 502 3. B: When a nurse is reviewing lab results and notices that the erythrocytes contain an abnormally low concentration of hemoglobin, the nurse calls these erythrocytes: a. Hyperchromic b. Hypochromic c. Macrocytic d. Microcytic