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NURS 8022 Advanced Pathophysiology Exam 2 Study Guide MODULE 3: Hematology Readings: Ch. 27-29; article – interpretation of iron studies Blood NOT ON STUDY GUIDE · Volume: ... 6 quarts or 5.5 L · Consists of fluid, cells, and protein o Electrolytes and proteins maintain the osmolarity and acid-base balance of the blood · Functions: o Provide nutrition to cells; provide O2 for cellular metabolism; removes by-products of cellular metabolism; carries cells that protect the body against infection and invading organisms · Plasma o Solution of protein and inorganic materials o 92% water, 8% dissolved solutes – 50-55% of blood volume o Contains plasma proteins which are mainly synthesized in the liver – primary element of plasma § Albumins: function as carriers; control plasma oncotic pressure in blood/capillaries; “protein pressure”; regulate fluids and solutes through circulation; very large – not easily passed through microvasculature which is how the maintain oncotic pressure [Show More]
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