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Title

Pro Pract II- Exam 4

Description

Ch. 30&65

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Subject

Nursing

Level

Undergraduate 3

Created

04/19/2011

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Erythrocytes (RBC's)

Definition

transport gases (both oxygen and carbon dioxide) and assistance in acid-base balance.

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Leukocytes (WBC's)

Definition

involved in protecting the body from infection.

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Granulocytes

Definition

type of leukocyte, major function is phagocytosis; neutrophils, eusinophils, and basophils.

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Thrombocyte (platelets)

Definition

primary function is to initiate the clotting process by producing and initial platelet plug in the early phases of the clotting process.