Blood is classified as a connective tissue because of its vast distribution throughout the body. The bloodstream is used for the transportation of nutrients, blood cells, proteins, hormones, etc., and unfortunately, pathogens. The circulatory and lymphatic systems work together to circulate and recover fluids of the body. The bloodstream and the lymphatic system interact closely within peripheral tissues where fluids are exchanged to nourish bodily tissues and aid in waste removal.
The lymphatic system helps to restore blood volume by draining excess fluids found in the interstitial space and returning it to normal circulation. Additionally, the lymphatic system plays a crucial role in immunity because it contains many cells that fight pathogens. Each cell or structure of the immune system has a specific role in helping the body avoid illnesses. In the following assignment, you will explore the foundational components of blood and their functions, as well as the key elements of immunity.
Create a PowerPoint using the categories, terms, and guidelines below. The PowerPoint should be approximately 20 slides in length, include the use of visual aids (for every slide), and adequate descriptions of the listed terms and concepts. Be sure that the descriptions are your work as opposed to being a part of the image that the author developed.
Part A: Components of the Blood
This section of the PowerPoint should include information on the following elements within blood:
Formed elements
Plasma
Red blood cells (erythrocytes)
White blood cells (leukocytes)
Platelets (thrombocytes)
Things to include about each of the above terms:
Picture(s) of what it looks like along with a description of unique characteristics
Function within the body
Relative amounts within the body
Part B: Red Blood Cells (Erythrocytes, RBCs)
This section of the PowerPoint should include information on the following aspects of red blood cells:
Shape: Discuss how this is relevant to the RBCs function.
Hemoglobin: Discuss what it looks like, function, and the components of hemoglobin.
Pathology – Sickle Cell Anemia: What causes it? What does it look like? How is someone with this disease impacted?
Part C: Red Blood Cell formation (Erythropoiesis)
This section of the PowerPoint should include information on erythropoiesis. Include the following components:
The location of red blood cell formation
The hormone that stimulates erythropoiesis, including one factor that would cause this hormone to be released and the organ that releases this hormone
Part D: Hemostasis
This section of the PowerPoint should include information describing the process of hemostasis. Be sure to address details regarding the following stages:
Vascular spasm
Platelet plug formation
Blood coagulation
Part E: Immunity – Concept Map
This slide of the PowerPoint should contain a concept map organizing various components of immunity in a meaningful and accurate way. This concept map can be hand drawn with clear, legible handwriting, or computer-generated.
If you choose to create a computer-generated concept map, be sure it fits onto the PowerPoint slide and is legible. If you choose to make the concept map in a drawing done by hand, you must place the image into the PowerPoint slide. You can do this by taking a picture of your concept map and emailing it to yourself. Next, simply copy and paste the image into your PowerPoint.
Include the following terms, which are listed in a random sequence, in the concept map:
Innate immunity
Phagocytosis
Cellular mediated immunity
Skin
Second line of defense
White blood cells
T cells
Adaptive immunity
B cells
Antibodies
Fever
Mucous membranes
Antibody mediated immunity
First line of defense
Mechanical barriers
Third line of defense
Chemical barriers
Complement system
Inflammation
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
