What is erythropoietin and what is its function?

What will be an ideal response?


Erythropoietin is a hormone secreted by the kidneys when the number of red blood cells decreases. It stimulates the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells.

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Convert 5969 g to kg.

A) 5969 kg B) 596.9 kg C) 5.969 kg D) 0.5969 kg E) 59.69 kg

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A combining form that means vertebra is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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You suspect that an unconscious patient has a spinal injury and you need to leave the patient to summon more advanced medical personnel. The patient is breathing and has a pulse. You should place this patient in-

A). The modified H.A.IN.E.S recovery position. B). A prone position. C). A position of comfort. D). The supine position.

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A legal document signed by the patient dealing with the types and extent of medical treatment the person wishes to have during the process of dying is called a (n)

A. medical (durable) power of attorney B. HIPAA C. POLST D. DNR order E. advance medical directive

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