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Vascular Access Exam Prep

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The disintegration or destruction of red blood cells along with subsequent rupture of the cell membrane and release of the cell contents, is the definition of which of the following terms?

Homeostasis.
Hemolysis.
Hemostasis.

Explanation

Answer: B - When red blood cells rupture (due to disintegration or destruction), the cell-contents are released, this is known as hemolysis The presence of the cell contents in plasma blood will alter different laboratory studies. Hemolysis may occur with some disorders or blood diseases. However, it is possible for the nurse to cause hemolysis during the specimen collection process if not careful.

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