Author Question: The normal range for hemoglobin level in a healthy, full-term newborn is approximately a. ... (Read 82 times)

roselinechinyere27m

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
The normal range for hemoglobin level in a healthy, full-term newborn is approximately
 
  a. 10.0-12.0 g/dL (100-120 g/L)
  b. 14.0-20.0 g/dL (140-200 g/L)
  c. 20.0-25.0 g/dL (200-250 g/L)
  d. 23.0-32.0 g/dL (230-320 g/L)

Question 2

Which statement about the direct antiglobulin test (DAT) in the postpartum period is true?
 
  a. If the DAT on a cord blood specimen is positive, an eluate should always be prepared and tested against the biological father's red blood cells.
  b. If the mother has a clinically significant antibody, a DAT should be performed on a blood specimen from the newborn.
  c. Laboratory standards mandate that a DAT be performed on cord blood collected from every live birth.
  d. The strength of the DAT in cases of ABO compatibility is indicative of the severity of the hemolytic process.



JCABRERA33

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Disorders that may affect pharmacodynamics include genetic mutations, malnutrition, thyrotoxicosis, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, and certain forms of insulin-resistant diabetes mellitus.

Did you know?

Patients should never assume they are being given the appropriate drugs. They should make sure they know which drugs are being prescribed, and always double-check that the drugs received match the prescription.

Did you know?

Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.

Did you know?

About 3% of all pregnant women will give birth to twins, which is an increase in rate of nearly 60% since the early 1980s.

Did you know?

In 2012, nearly 24 milliion Americans, aged 12 and older, had abused an illicit drug, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library