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Which of the following best describes coagulopathy?
Which of the following best describes coagulopathy?
- A condition in which blood clots dissolve too quickly
- A condition in which blood does not clot properly (correct)
- A condition in which blood clots excessively
- A condition in which blood clots form abnormally
What is the main symptom of coagulopathy?
What is the main symptom of coagulopathy?
- Repeated vomiting
- Double vision
- Uncontrolled internal bleeding (correct)
- Difficulty walking
What is the difference between coagulopathy and a clotting disorder?
What is the difference between coagulopathy and a clotting disorder?
- Coagulopathy and clotting disorder are the same thing
- Coagulopathy and clotting disorder both cause excessive bleeding
- Coagulopathy impairs blood clotting, while a clotting disorder causes excessive clot formation (correct)
- Coagulopathy causes excessive clot formation, while a clotting disorder impairs blood clotting
When should someone seek immediate medical care for coagulopathy?
When should someone seek immediate medical care for coagulopathy?
What can uncontrolled bleeding due to coagulopathy potentially damage?
What can uncontrolled bleeding due to coagulopathy potentially damage?
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What is Coagulopathy?
What is Coagulopathy?
A condition where blood doesn't clot properly.
Main symptom of Coagulopathy?
Main symptom of Coagulopathy?
Uncontrolled bleeding, often internally.
Coagulopathy vs. Clotting Disorder?
Coagulopathy vs. Clotting Disorder?
Coagulopathy: Impaired clotting. Clotting disorder: Excessive clotting.
When to seek immediate care?
When to seek immediate care?
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What can uncontrolled bleeding damage?
What can uncontrolled bleeding damage?
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