In an emergency situation, a patient may be given plasma expanders while blood typing occurs. The plasma expanders are used to
A) stimulate blood clotting.
B) replace lost albumin.
C) increase blood volume and maintain osmolarity.
D) elevate blood pH.
E) stimulate immune responses.
Question 2
Frank has diabetes mellitus and his blood pH has dropped. What is the most likely cause of his acidosis?
A) a build up of urea
B) excess ammonia production
C) lipoprotein metabolism
D) excess ketone formation
E) increased glycolysis