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because, if the salt content in the IV is larger the cell would die. know why? that's because salt would kinda like push the water outside the cell.. uhm something like, 'dehydrate' the cell.. causing it to shrink.. then eventually die.. if the answer is wrong, im sorry. That's how I understood it from our lesson..

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Why should he concentration of salt in the intravenous injections be the same as that in the body cells?

So as to maintain homeostasis in the body cells.


An intravenous solution must do what to a persons red blood cells to prevent injury to the cell?

An intravenous solution must be isotonic to prevent injury to red blood cells. This means that the solution has the same concentration of solutes as blood and will not cause the cells to shrink or swell due to osmotic imbalances.


What would happen to a persons cells and homeostasis if a high concentration of salt solution were given instead of intravenous fluids?

If a person receives a high concentration of salt solution instead of appropriate intravenous fluids, their cells would likely experience osmotic stress. The elevated salt concentration outside the cells would cause water to move out of the cells by osmosis, leading to cell dehydration and potential cell shrinkage. This disruption can impair cellular functions and upset the body's homeostasis, resulting in complications such as increased blood pressure, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances. Ultimately, this could lead to serious health issues if not corrected promptly.


What concentration of NaCl would you use to store human red blood cells?

Only isotonic saline (0.9%) is recommended for use with blood components. Other isotonic electrolyte solutions that have been approved by the FDA for this purpose may be used.Other commonly used intravenous solutions will cause varying degrees of difficulty when mixed with red cells. For example, 5% dextrose in water will hemolyze red cells. Intravenous solutions containing calcium, such as Lactated Ringer's solution, can cause clots to form in blood.


What is the process that allows oxygen to pass from the tracheoles to the body cells?

Oxygen diffuses from the tracheoles into the body cells through a process called passive diffusion. This process relies on a concentration gradient, where oxygen moves from an area of high concentration in the tracheoles to an area of low concentration in the body cells.

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Why should he concentration of salt in the intravenous injections be the same as that in the body cells?

So as to maintain homeostasis in the body cells.


What concentration are most intravenous solutions- are they hypertonic isotonic or hypotonic?

Most intravenous solutions are isotonic, meaning they have a similar concentration of solutes as human blood and cells. This helps prevent complications such as cell shrinkage or swelling when the solution enters the bloodstream.


An intravenous solution must do what to a persons red blood cells to prevent injury to the cell?

An intravenous solution must be isotonic to prevent injury to red blood cells. This means that the solution has the same concentration of solutes as blood and will not cause the cells to shrink or swell due to osmotic imbalances.


Why is it important for intravenous fluid to be?

It is important for IV fluid to be isotonic to your blood so that it doesn't change the concentration of different molecules in the bloodstream. In many cases concentration gradients are the driving force behind moving nutrients, waste products and essential elements between the blood and the cells


Can cancer patients get injections of neurons?

cancer cells can attack any cells in the body, and because neurons are cells, i think they could become cancerus x


Which type of cells have the highest concentration of mitochondria?

Muscle cells have the highest concentration of mitochondria.


Why the concentration of solutions used for intravenous feeding must be controlled carefully?

If not controlled carefully, the resulting solution could be hypertonic or hypotonic, instead of being isotonic. This would cause pain at the infusion site, and would destroy cells that it came in contact with.


What concentration of NaCl would you use to store human red blood cells?

Only isotonic saline (0.9%) is recommended for use with blood components. Other isotonic electrolyte solutions that have been approved by the FDA for this purpose may be used.Other commonly used intravenous solutions will cause varying degrees of difficulty when mixed with red cells. For example, 5% dextrose in water will hemolyze red cells. Intravenous solutions containing calcium, such as Lactated Ringer's solution, can cause clots to form in blood.


Which cell types have the highest concentration of mitochondria?

Muscle cells and liver cells have the highest concentration of mitochondria.


An intravenous fluid that is isotonic to blood would have what effect on the red blood cells ?

: it would have no effect


What is the concentration of red blood cells?

The concentration of red blood cells in a healthy adult is typically around 4.5-6.0 million cells per microliter of blood. This concentration can vary slightly based on factors such as age, sex, and altitude.


What are HCG injections used for?

The HCG injections are a specialized chemical that is designed to burn fat cells. This happens through the HCG exciting the fat molecules and them burning away.