Function of Blood Cells
Lymphatic System
Transfusion Reactions
Anemia Basics
Misc.
100

This type of white blood cell functions as a phagocyte primarily targeting bacterial infections.

What are neutrophils?

100

An allergic reaction to a blood transfusion can be managed with this medication

What is Benadryl?

100

This vitamin deficiency is often seen in pregnant women and alcoholics and can lead to megaloblastic anemia.

What is folate (folic acid)?

100

Folic acid deficiencies are common in these groups of people.

What are pregnant women and alcoholics?

200

This type of white blood cell plays a role in hypersensitivity reactions.

What are eosinophils and basophils?

200

Swollen lymph nodes that are painful typically indicate this condition.

What is an infection?

200

Chills and a temperature increase greater than 1 degree Celsius are signs of this type of blood transfusion reaction.

What is a febrile non-hemolytic reaction?

200

Common signs and symptoms of anemia include pallor, shortness of breath, and this feeling of exhaustion.

What is lethargy?

200

In addition to guided imagery, this activity is emphasized for recovery after a bone marrow procedure.

What is rest?

300

These white blood cells are responsible for killing viruses and cancer cells.

What are lymphocytes?

300

This lymph node group is located in the armpit.

What are axillary lymph nodes?

300

This  reaction to a blood transfusion is treated by slowing the transfusion, administering Tylenol, and monitoring the patient.

What is a febrile non-hemolytic reaction?

300

This condition, where the body does not produce enough red blood cells, is commonly caused by blood loss, poor diet, or malabsorption.

What is iron deficiency anemia?

300

This vitamin is essential for vegans to monitor due to its absence in plant-based diets.

What is iron?

400

Leukocytes perform this process, which involves engulfing and destroying foreign substances.

What is phagocytosis?

400

Swollen lymph nodes that are painless are more likely to indicate this serious condition.

What is cancer?

400

Dyspnea, anxiety, and low back pain are classic signs of this life-threatening blood transfusion reaction.

What is a hemolytic reaction?

400

In this form of anemia, the bone marrow is attacked by T-cells, leading to bone marrow failure and purpura.

What is aplastic anemia?

400

Intrinsic factor is required for the absorption of this essential vitamin.

What is vitamin B12?

500

Swollen lymph nodes in the groin are referred to by this anatomical name.

What are inguinal lymph nodes?

500

A delayed hemolytic reaction from a blood transfusion can occur up to this many days after the procedure.

What is 14 days?

500

This life-threatening complication of sickle cell disease presents with fever, respiratory distress, and infiltrates seen on a chest X-ray.

What is acute chest syndrome?

500

At 4 degrees Celsius, packed red blood cells can be stored for this maximum number of days.

What is 42 days?

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