Care Plan Nursing Essay
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When these cells are exposed to blood with a low oxygen tension such as in the venous system, the normally round and pliable disk- shape RBCs change to a rigid and sickle- shape deformity. Furthermore, the abnormally elongated shape has an increased tendency to pile up, form clumps, and block minute vascular systems especially capillary beds.