What is the primary function of red blood cells in the human body?

Sickle Cell Disease Overview

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To regulate body temperature
To carry oxygen throughout the body
To produce energy
To fight infections
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does sickle cell disease affect the shape of red blood cells?
They become larger and rounder
They become sticky and hard, like a crescent moon
They shrink and become softer
They split into smaller cells
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a potential complication of sickle cell disease?
Improved vision
Enhanced memory
Increased appetite
Excruciating pain in bones
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can happen if sickle cell disease affects the brain?
It can cause a stroke
It can lead to increased creativity
It can enhance memory retention
It can improve cognitive function
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the sickle cell gene more common in regions with malaria?
It provides a survival advantage against malaria
It is a result of dietary habits
It is a recent genetic mutation
It is due to environmental pollution
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which regions are most commonly associated with sickle cell disease?
Australia and New Zealand
East Asia and South Asia
Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East
North America and Europe
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the goal of the comprehensive care provided to sickle cell patients?
To focus solely on blood cell treatment
To provide temporary relief
To address the needs of the whole child and family
To eliminate the disease completely
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