RAQUENIO, TRISHA DANNE R.

BSN-1C

Pre-Test. Read and analyze the questions below.

1. Blood

A) is a type of epithelial tissue.

B) consists of formed elements and cells.

C) has a total volume of approximately 5 liters.

D) makes up over 50% of the body's weight.

2. The major component of plasma is ________.

A) ions

B) proteins

C) water

D) gases

3. Plasma proteins

A) include albumin, globulins, and fibrinogen.

B) are a major factor in determining osmotic pressure of blood.

C) are responsible for clot formation.

D) all of the choices are correct.

4. What is the function of water in the plasma?

A) It acts as a solvent and as a suspending medium for blood components.

B) It maintains osmotic pressure.

C) It destroys foreign substances.

D) It forms clots.

Module Description

5. Globulins in the plasma

A) act as a solvent and as a suspending medium for blood components.

B) maintain osmotic pressure.

C) are involved in aerobic respiration.

D) function as transport molecules and clotting factors.

RAQUENIO, TRISHA DANNE R.
BSN-1C

Reflection:
According to an old saying, “Good food makes good blood”. Name three substances in the diet that
are essential for good blood. What blood disorders develop if these substances are absent from the
diet?