An Incarcerated Hernia

question 38

Multiple Choice

An incarcerated hernia:

• A)becomes imprisoned.
• B)bleeds heavily.
• C)is cancerous.
• D)is a surgical procedure.

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Definitions:

Hemoglobin

A protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Pigment

A substance that imparts color to other materials, found in paint, ink, plants, and the human body.

Blood

A vital fluid in humans and other animals that delivers necessary substances such as nutrients and oxygen to the cells and transports metabolic waste products away.

Clotting Factors

Proteins in the blood that work together to form a blood clot, stopping bleeding and aiding in wound healing.