Hematology Studies Quiz

What is the primary purpose of hematology studies in critically ill patients?

• To evaluate kidney function

• To assess heart function

• To diagnose and treat blood disorders

• To measure blood pressure

Which of the following is a normal hemoglobin range for women?

• 16 to 20 grams per deciliter

• 14 to 18 grams per deciliter

• 12 to 16 grams per deciliter

• 10 to 14 grams per deciliter

What condition is indicated by low levels of both hemoglobin and hematocrit?

• Dehydration

• Pregnancy

• Anemia or hemorrhage

• High altitude adaptation

What does the mean corpuscular volume (MCV) measure?

• The average size and volume of red blood cells

• The platelet count

• The total number of white blood cells

• The concentration of hemoglobin in the blood

Which of the following is used to determine the type of anemia?

• White blood cell count

• Red cell distribution width (RDW)

• Platelet function test

• Blood pressure measurement

What is leukocytosis?

• An increase in white blood cells

• A decrease in red blood cells

• An increase in hemoglobin levels

• A decrease in platelet count

Which type of white blood cell is most commonly associated with acute infections?

• Eosinophils

• Monocytes

• Basophils

• Neutrophils

What is the normal range for platelet count in the blood?

• 150 to 300 thousand per millimeter cubed

• 200 to 400 thousand per millimeter cubed

• 100 to 200 thousand per millimeter cubed

• 50 to 150 thousand per millimeter cubed

What condition is indicated by thrombocytopenia?

• High white blood cell count

• Low red blood cell count

• High platelet count

• Low platelet count

Which medication is known to increase platelet count?

• Lithium

• Protonix

• Amiodarone

• Cephalozoan