Assignment 11

Answer any three questions from 1-6 and any two questions from 7-10. Due date is next class period.

1. Discuss the situations in which one would expect to find a decreased white blood cell count and an elevated white blood cell count. Name the correct terms that describe the above conditions.
2. How would you explain to a patient with an acute granulocytic leukemia, who has a greatly elevated white blood count, the importance of avoiding bacterial infections.
3. Hypochromic (iron-deficiency) anemia is common among aging persons who are admitted to hospitals for other conditions. What environmental and sociological factors might promote this form of anemia? Prescribe a simple behavior the patient might do in her kitchen to correct this situation.
4. What may cause some newborns to appear jaundiced? Define jaundice. Describe some techniques that can be used to treat these infants.
5. Why are some plasma lipoproteins considered "good" while others are considered "bad"? Describe their functions.
6. While preparing salad for supper last night, you cut your finger. The wound is not severe enough to require stitches. Describe the homeostatic mechanisms that are taking place to stop the bleeding.
7. Compare the possible consequences of "left-side" and "right-side" heart failure.
8. Discuss the reasons why an untreated streptococcal infection may lead to more serious consequences with respect the cardio vascular system and its components.
9. Describe the three major waves found on an electrocardiogram. Discuss what abnormal waves illustrate.

10. Explain how regular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease.