A Person with Type a Blood Cannot Be Given a Transfusion

question 115

Multiple Choice

A person with type A blood cannot be given a transfusion with type B blood because the glycoproteins on the surface of the type B blood cells may cause an immune reaction. The glycoproteins on the B blood would be considered ________blank in the body of the Type A individual.

• A) antigens
• B) antibodies
• C) cytokines
• D) interleukins

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Cultures

The shared values, customs, social behaviors, and artifacts of a group of people that differentiate them from other groups.

Need Theories

Psychological theories that suggest human behavior is motivated by the desire to fulfill specific basic needs, such as physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs.

Universality

The concept that certain principles, ideas, or traits are common, applicable, or beneficial across all cultures, situations, or groups.

Cultures

The shared values, beliefs, norms, and practices of a group of people that are passed down from generation to generation.