NURSING BS 231 The Cardiovascular System: Physiology Review and Functions of Blood

The Cardiovascular System: Physiology Review and Functions of Blood Blood: type of connective tissue that circulates throughout the body, ● transporting necessary nutrients & waste products to & f rom the body tissues. ● composed of a liquid component called plasma ○ 90% H2O ○ 6-8% including albumin, fibrinogen, & globulins ○ 2% other proteins ● holds the formed elements of ○ erythrocytes (red blood cells) ■ O2 to body tissues by way of a protein: hemoglobin, ■ carbon dioxide a...

NURSING BS 231 The Cardiovascular System: Physiology Review and Functions of Blood module 4 complete summary solution