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Mr.Thesaxman

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What test is useful for evaluating the blood-clotting ability of your patient?
 
  a. Red blood cell count
  b. Platelet count
  c. Neutrophil count
  d. Hematocrit

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What term is used to describe a sodium concentration that is below normal in the blood serum?
 
  a. Hypokalemia
  b. Hyponatremia
  c. Hypocalcemia
  d. Hypochloremia


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The complete blood cell count also reports the number of circulating platelets (thrombocytes), which are the smallest formed elements in the blood and are important for coagulation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A low sodium level is referred to as hyponatremia, and it may occur with diuretic therapy, diar-rhea, or certain kidney problems.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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