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these notes are the key points for exam 1 in anatomy and physiology 2 at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. it covers sections over the endocrine system, blood, and the heart.

This set of handwritten notes describes the important facts about rhetoric, its history, the main contributors, the 5 canons of rhetoric, the rhetorical triangle, and the rhetorical situation. In a simple way to understand.

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NURS 3320 Chapter 28- Disorders of White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissues

1. A hospital laboratory technologist is analyzing the complete blood count (CBC) of a patient. Which of the following statements best reflects an aspect of the platelets that would constitute part of the CBC? A) Platelets originate with granulocyte colony–forming units (CFU). B) The half-life of a platelet is typically around 8 to 12 days. C) The -granules of platelets contribute primarily to vasoconstriction. D) New platelets are released from the bone marrow into circulation. Ans: B Feed...

1. A male patient with a history of heavy alcohol use has been admitted to hospital for malnutrition and suspected pancreatitis. The patient's diagnostic workup suggests alcoholic ketoacidosis as a component of his current health problems. He is somewhat familiar with the effect that drinking has had on his nutrition and pancreas but is wholly unfamiliar with the significance of acid–base balance. How best could his care provider explain the concept to him? A) “The chemical processes that ...

1. A female patient presented to her primary care physician with classic signs and symptoms of Cushing syndrome. Upon testing, it was discovered that the patient had vaginal small cell carcinoma. How can the health care providers explain her Cushing syndrome signs and symptoms to this patient? A) “Your tumor in your vagina is secreting a hormone called adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which is responsible for these signs and symptoms.” B) “We are going to have to run some more tests. ...

1. Which of the following statements best describes an aspect of the normal process of glucose metabolism? A) Blood glucose levels are primarily a result of the timing, quantity, and character of food intake. B) Ingested glucose that is not needed for cellular metabolism circulates in the blood until it is taken up to meet cellular needs. C) Blood glucose levels are kept in a steady state by selective excretion and reuptake by the kidneys. D) Glucose that exceeds metabolic needs is converted...