A Patient Has Numerous Spherocytes Noted on the Blood Smear

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient has numerous spherocytes noted on the blood smear.Which of the following will confirm a diagnosis of autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

• A)MCV of 70 fl
• B)Banding in the A1, A2, and F regions
• C)Positive direct antiglobulin test
• D)Normal unconjugated bilirubin

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Definitions:

Projection

a defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own undesirable feelings, thoughts, or motivations to someone or something else.

Intellectual Inferior

The perceived or actual condition of having lower mental capacity or cognitive abilities compared to a standard or to others.

Reality Principle

in psychoanalytic theory, is the ability of the mind to assess the external world and act upon it accordingly, as opposed to acting on the pleasure principle.

Conscience

An inner sense of what is right and wrong in one's conduct and motives, urging one towards right action.