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Which of the following systemic conditions may aggravate the bleeding tendency in patients on anticoagulant drugs?
Which of the following systemic conditions may aggravate the bleeding tendency in patients on anticoagulant drugs?
- Ehlers–Danlos syndrome (correct)
- Hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Diabetes mellitus
Which type of injections should be avoided in patients with a bleeding tendency?
Which type of injections should be avoided in patients with a bleeding tendency?
- Intramuscular injections (correct)
- Intrapapillary injections
- Intraligamentary injections
- Regional block LA injections
What drugs should be avoided in patients with a bleeding tendency?
What drugs should be avoided in patients with a bleeding tendency?
- Antihistamines
- Aspirin and other NSAIDs (correct)
- Antibiotics
- Antidepressants
Which type of care is especially important for patients on anticoagulant drugs to minimize the need for surgical intervention?
Which type of care is especially important for patients on anticoagulant drugs to minimize the need for surgical intervention?
What is a potential hazard associated with giving CS (conscious sedation) to patients on anticoagulant drugs?
What is a potential hazard associated with giving CS (conscious sedation) to patients on anticoagulant drugs?