You Can Obtain a Sample of Blood from a Patient

question 164

Multiple Choice

You can obtain a sample of blood from a patient by doing a:

• A)phlebotomy.
• B)venipuncture.
• C)bone marrow aspiration.
• D)both A and B

Understand the basis of neurological and psychological disorders.

Describe the role of the brain in memory and learning.

Recognize the importance of neural pathways in connecting different brain areas.

Understand how the brain regulates basic physiological functions.

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Definitions:

Pulmonary Embolism

A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs typically caused by blood clots that travel from the legs or other parts of the body.

Heart Function

The heart's role in pumping blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues, and removing carbon dioxide and wastes.

Allergic Rhinitis

A hypersensitivity reaction to various airborne allergens.

Allegra

A brand name for fexofenadine, an over-the-counter medication used to treat allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.