Alteplase (Activase) and Blood Clot Formation Quiz

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Agents that interfere with the process of blood clot formation are called:

Anticoagulants (correct)

Fibrinolysin

Thrombolytics

Coagulants

During the second stage of blood clot formation, what is formed?

Calcium

Thrombin (correct)

Thromboplastin

Fibrin

Which of the following is a natural clot-dissolving enzyme in the blood?

Coagulants

Avitene

Fibronolysin (correct)

Thrombogen

Which of the following hemostatic agents promotes platelet aggregation leading to clotting?

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Drugs that promote clot formation are termed:

Coagulants Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following hemostatic agents may be used dry or moist and is available in film, powder, and sponge forms?

Absorbable gelatin Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of Avitene Microfibrillar collagen hemostat?

Bovine corium collagen Signup and view all the answers

Which hemostatic agent creates a mechanical barrier to control bleeding?

Bone wax Signup and view all the answers

Which agent is used to correct deficiencies in the natural clotting mechanism and may be administered preoperatively and intraoperatively?

Systemic coagulants Signup and view all the answers

Which parenteral anticoagulant is used most often?

Heparin sodium Signup and view all the answers

What is the onset of action for heparin?

5 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is used to reverse the effect of heparin?

Protamine sulfate Signup and view all the answers

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