21 Questions
Hemophilia A is characterized by deficiency of factor IX.
False
Clinical manifestation of anti-phospholipid syndrome may include both transient ischemic stroke and blood in the urine.
False
Plasmapheresis is a potential treatment option for controlling progressive thromboembolism in patients with Catastrophic Antiphospholipid Syndrome (CAPS).
True
Pharmacists do not play a significant role in managing blood disorders.
False
Hemophilia B is characterized by deficiency of factor IX.
True
What is the direct cost of care related to hemophilia A in 2008?
More than $140,000
In which type of bleeding disorder is there a congenital deficiency in a plasma coagulation protein?
Hemophilia A
What is the approximate number of males in the US affected by hemophilia A?
30,000
Which organization has published 2021 guidelines on the management of von Willebrand disease?
ASH
What is a potential complication for patients with hemophilia A in terms of healthcare costs?
Development of inhibitors
What is the recommended treatment for antiphospholipid syndrome in adults according to EULAR?
Anticoagulation therapy
What is the inheritance pattern of Hemophilia B?
X-linked recessive
Which factor is deficient in Hemophilia A?
Factor VIII
What percentage of all patients with hemophilia have Hemophilia A?
80-85%
In terms of circulating factor levels, which category of hemophilia is defined as 'severe'?
1 – 5% circulating factor
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of anti-phospholipid syndrome in a newly diagnosed patient?
Transient ischemic stroke
What is the primary treatment for controlling progressive thromboembolism in patients with Catastrophic Antiphospholipid Syndrome (CAPS)?
Plasmapheresis
What role do pharmacists play in managing blood disorders?
Provide treatment recommendations and manage drug interactions
Which blood disorder may require acute management and prophylaxis due to potential complications?
Hemophilia
How are DOACs (Direct Oral Anticoagulants) used in the context of typical VTE?
For prophylaxis only
What are the potential treatments for Catastrophic Antiphospholipid Syndrome (CAPS)?
All of the above
Learn about bleeding disorders such as hemophilia A and hemophilia B, and treatment options for antiphospholipid syndrome. This module provides detailed slides and objectives on differentiating between bleeding disorders, developing treatment plans, and understanding various treatment options.
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