Unit Student Learning Outcomes - Blood

The hematologic system is responsible for which of the following functions?

• Regulating body temperature

• Transporting oxygen and nutrients, defending against infection, and clotting blood

• Producing hormones

• Digesting food

Describe potential disruptions of the hematologic system and its potential impact on the human body.

• Disruptions of the hematologic system can lead to anemia, clotting disorders, and immune deficiencies, impacting oxygen transport, bleeding control, and infection resistance.

• Disruptions of the hematologic system only affect the digestive system.

• Disruptions of the hematologic system have no impact on the human body.

• Disruptions of the hematologic system only cause skin rashes.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Describe the role of the hematologic system and its impact on other body systems.

• The hematologic system transports oxygen, nutrients, and removes waste, impacting all other body systems.

• The hematologic system is responsible for producing hormones only.

• The hematologic system controls voluntary muscle movement.

• The hematologic system is involved only in digestion.

Recognize the interrelationships of the hematologic system related to common pathophysiology utilizing nursing judgment.

• Assessing anemia and its impact on oxygen transport

• Identifying musculoskeletal disorders

• Evaluating renal function exclusively

• Focusing only on neurological symptoms

What is one of the main functions of blood related to oxygen, nutrients, and waste?

• Transportation

• Digestion

• Respiration

• Excretion

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-4

Which function of blood involves temperature, acid-base, and fluid-electrolyte balance?

• Regulation

• Protection

• Transportation

• Clotting

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Blood provides protection against what?

• Infection and bleeding

• Dehydration and hunger

• Sunburn and cold

• Fatigue and stress

What is the normal pH range of whole blood?

• 7.35-7.45

• 6.80-6.90

• 7.80-7.90

• 8.00-8.10

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What percentage of total blood is plasma?

• 55%

• 30%

• 70%

• 10%

What is the color of plasma?

• Clear yellowish liquid

• Red

• Blue

• Green