A Patient Asks How Oxygen Is Transported in the Body

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient asks how oxygen is transported in the body.The nurse's best response is that most oxygen (O₂) is transported:

• A) dissolved in the plasma.
• B) bound to hemoglobin.
• C) in the form of carbon dioxide (CO₂).
• D) as a free-floating molecule.

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Definitions:

Locus of Control

A psychological concept referring to an individual's belief about the extent to which their actions influence outcomes.

Social-Learning Approach

A theory that suggests individuals learn social behavior (e.g., aggression) through observation, imitation, and modeling, involving processes like reinforcement and punishment.

Ohio State University

A public research university located in Columbus, Ohio, known for its significant contributions to various fields of study, including psychology.

Julian Rotter

An American psychologist best known for his development of social learning theory and the concept of locus of control.