UNIT 7 Nursing Management of patients with disorders of blood 🩸 Anatomy and Physiology of Blood 🔬 Definition of Blood Blood is a specialized connective tissue composed of cells and plasma. It performs vital transport, regulatory, and protective functions in the body. 🧪 Composition of Blood Total blood volume ≈ 5–6 liters (in adults)🔹 55% Plasma🔹 45% Formed Elements (Cells) 🔷 1. Plasma (55%) 🔷 2. Formed Elements (45%) ❤️