What gauge of needle is typically used for blood transfusions?

An instrument printout reports a platelet count of 85 ? 109/L. The technologist reviewing the peripheral blood smears notices aggregates of platelets around many of the neutrophils. What is the best way to correct this problem?

a. Warm the specimen for 10 minutes at 45 °C and rerun the sample b. Centrifuge and rerun the sample c. Remake the smear and use alkaline buffer to stain the slide d. Redraw the sample in sodium citrate and repeat the platelet count

Which of the following statements describes marital status as a predisposing factor of utilization?

A. Those with poor marriages do not experience negative impacts on their health. B. Health status does not suffer during bereavement over the death of a spouse or when going through a divorce. C. Healthy marriages in which both partners report high levels of satisfaction and happiness are associated with better overall health for both partners. D. Couples who are satisfied with their marriage engage in more risky behaviors such as poor diet, inadequate sleep, and inadequate exercise.