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dmcintosh

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RBCs that are normal in shape are called
 
 poikilocytes
  discocytes
  microcytes
  anisocytes
  codocytes

Question 2

The usual dose of Provera is:
 A) 15-30 mg daily
  B) 2.5-10 mg daily
  C) 0.3-1.25 mg daily
  D) 500 mg daily



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Answer to Question 1

discocytes

Rationale: Red blood cells are usually described as nonnucleated biconcave discs, therefore, the term discocytes. Poikilocytes have abnormal shapes; anisocytes have abnormal sizes; microcytes are smaller than normal; codocytes have a target appearance.

Answer to Question 2

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