1. platelets are sometimes called . 2. platelets are continually produced in the by . 3. normally, the concentration of platelets in an adult ranges from , although the count may rise further during times of stress. 4. platelets can circulate in the blood for 8 to 10 days, unless they are needed earlier for blood clotting. an abnormally small number of platelets in circulating blood is termed .

9. which of these are considered standard precautions for dealing with bodily fluids? check all that apply wearing gloves when providing patient care that may involve contact with blood checking a patient's chart to determine if there is a harmful blood disorder wearing aprons, masks, and protective eyewear when needed transporting a patient from a bed to a wheelchair to take him or her to a procedure washing hands when required cleaning equipment thoroughly before using it on the next patient