Annie Lawrence has a diagnosis of a bleeding duodenal ulcer. Her physician has ordered a transfusion of packed red blood cells. What will this transfusion do for Ms. Lawrence?
A. Increase the number of leukocytes in the blood stream
B. Increase the production of bilirubin
C. Increase the concentration of blood-borne pathogens in the blood
D. Increase the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood
E. Increase the workload of the kidneys and liver
Answer: D
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