Title: Explain structures and functions of hematological system.
Course: Practical Nursing I (14052-I) > Section: Explaining Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Explanation should include

- normal constituents of blood
- types of elements formed in blood
- formation of blood cells
- blood clotting
- compatibility of blood, including the Rhesus (RH) factor
- effects of aging on the hematological system.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the normal constituents of blood, and what are their functions?
- What are the three plasma proteins found in blood, and what are the functions of each?
- How are blood cells formed, and what are their different functions?
- What are the steps in blood clotting, including the role of platelets?
- How can blood grouping be determined, using ABO antigens?
- What judgments can be made about the compatibility of blood, including the Rh factor?