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How does protein contribute to the development of edema in the body?
Protein helps maintain the balance of fluids in the body. When there is a lack of protein in the blood, it can lead to a decrease in the amount of fluid being pulled back into the blood vessels from the tissues, causing fluid to accumulate and result in edema.
Which type of hepatitis is transmitted through direct contact with contaminated blood and body fluids?
Hepatitis C is the most common chronic blood borne pathogen in the United States. Hepatitis Dcan be found in the blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and other body fluids of people who are infected. Hepatitis B is transmitted through blood and infected bodily fluids.
What are 3 fluids that run threw the human body?
Blood, lymph, and cerebrospinal fluid are three fluids that run through the human body. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to cells, while lymph helps remove waste and toxins from tissues. Cerebrospinal fluid surrounds the brain and spinal cord, providing cushioning and support.
List 3 examples of body fluids included in standard precautions?
Blood Body Fluid Secretions Excretions except for sweat
The lymphocytes that monitor blood and tissue fluids are which type of cell?
The lymphocytes that monitor blood and tissue fluids are a type of white blood cell known as lymphocytes. These cells play a crucial role in the immune system by recognizing and responding to foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria.
What is the remedy for low blood pressure?
Depends on what's causing it. Most common cause is low blood volume, in which case increasing fluids is Rx of choice.
Blood blister on face thought it was a pimple blood is pouring out?
A blood blister is formed when there is damage to the skin causing the sub-dermal tissues and blood vessels to be damaged. This causes blood and other fluids to become trapped beneath the skin. Once it is punctured the fluids are released. Applying a padded dressing and cold pack can help heal the blister.
What is the medical term for erythogenic?
The medical term for erythrogenic is associated with causing red blood cell destruction or hemolysis.
What preparations are associated with sex hormone tests?
The progesterone and testosterone tests require a blood sample. The estrogen fraction test can be performed on blood and/or urine. It is not necessary for the patient to restrict food or fluids for either test.
How do you get a air bubble in your blood?
Air bubbles in the blood can enter through injections, surgical procedures, or trauma that disrupts the integrity of blood vessels. These bubbles can block blood flow and lead to serious health complications like embolisms. Medical attention is required to address air bubbles in the blood.
When can you draw blood blood above an IV?
You can draw blood above an iv if the fluids running have been stopped and you have waited at least ten minutes before drawing the blood after the fluids were stopped.
What are hypotonic intravenous fluids?
The body fluids shift out of the blood vessels and into the interstitial space. These fluids are used for re-hydration.
What are the two main body fluids?
Blood and Lymph are the two main body fluids.
What are the potential risks associated with backflow of blood in an IV line?
The potential risks associated with backflow of blood in an IV line include contamination of the IV line with bacteria from the blood, which can lead to infection. This can also cause blood clots to form in the IV line, potentially blocking the flow of medication or fluids to the patient. Additionally, backflow of blood can introduce air into the bloodstream, which can be dangerous and lead to complications such as air embolisms.
Water passes from the tissue fluids into the blood capillaries mainly because?
lymph blood has a higher protein concentration than the tissue fluids
How you know you get aids?
sexual fluids or blood
What bodily fluids can carry pathogens?
blood
