The Concentration of Which of the Following Is Reduced to Prevent

question 11

Multiple Choice

The concentration of which of the following is reduced to prevent clotting during a blood transfusion?

• A) Ca²⁺
• B) Fe²⁺
• C) K⁺
• D) Na⁺

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Definitions:

Palpable

Something that can be felt through touch, often used in a medical context to describe detectable masses or swellings.

Palpating Uterus

The medical act of examining the uterus by touch to assess its size, shape, and any potential abnormalities.

Pregnant

The state of carrying a developing fetus within the female body.

Fundus

The bottom or base of an organ, commonly referring to the upper part of the stomach or the interior surface of the eye opposite the lens.