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What is the primary function of platelets in hemostasis?
What is the primary function of platelets in hemostasis?
- Form a platelet plug (correct)
- Initiate vascular spasms
- Promote fibrinolysis
- Prevent blood clotting
Which type of vessel is hemostatic mechanisms most effective in dealing with bleeding?
Which type of vessel is hemostatic mechanisms most effective in dealing with bleeding?
- Large veins
- Capillaries (correct)
- Venules
- Arterioles
What is the initial response to blood vessel damage in hemostasis known as?
What is the initial response to blood vessel damage in hemostasis known as?
- Platelet plug formation
- Vascular spasm (correct)
- Fibrinolysis
- Coagulation cascade
What is the final common pathway in the coagulation cascade called?
What is the final common pathway in the coagulation cascade called?
Which of the following best describes fibrinolysis?
Which of the following best describes fibrinolysis?
What is the main function of undamaged endothelium in preventing clot formation?
What is the main function of undamaged endothelium in preventing clot formation?
What is the normal lifespan of platelets?
What is the normal lifespan of platelets?
Which receptor is critical for platelet plug formation?
Which receptor is critical for platelet plug formation?
Which molecule is a potent vasoconstrictor that promotes platelet aggregation?
Which molecule is a potent vasoconstrictor that promotes platelet aggregation?
Which layer of the vessel wall contains the smooth muscle cells?
Which layer of the vessel wall contains the smooth muscle cells?
What activates the Extrinsic Pathway of the clotting cascade?
What activates the Extrinsic Pathway of the clotting cascade?
Which factor is involved in activating the Intrinsic Pathway of the clotting cascade?
Which factor is involved in activating the Intrinsic Pathway of the clotting cascade?
What does the Final Common Pathway lead to the conversion of?
What does the Final Common Pathway lead to the conversion of?
What process is regulated by plasma proteins like Plasminogen and inhibited by Antithrombin III?
What process is regulated by plasma proteins like Plasminogen and inhibited by Antithrombin III?
Which coagulation test assesses different pathways of clot formation?
Which coagulation test assesses different pathways of clot formation?
What does platelet count measure?
What does platelet count measure?
What is the pathophysiology of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?
What is the pathophysiology of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of acute/overt Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of acute/overt Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?
What is the primary amino acid substitution in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) that leads to altered red blood cell (RBC) geometry and function?
What is the primary amino acid substitution in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) that leads to altered red blood cell (RBC) geometry and function?
Which of the following is a potential trigger for vaso-occlusive crisis in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)?
Which of the following is a potential trigger for vaso-occlusive crisis in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)?
In Massive Blood Transfusion (MBT), what is the primary goal when treating acute coagulopathy?
In Massive Blood Transfusion (MBT), what is the primary goal when treating acute coagulopathy?
What is a key element in Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP) that aims to interrupt the lethal triad in trauma patients?
What is a key element in Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP) that aims to interrupt the lethal triad in trauma patients?
What does the acronym MTP stand for in relation to managing massive blood transfusions?
What does the acronym MTP stand for in relation to managing massive blood transfusions?
What is a common complication associated with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) that presents with lung infiltrates and symptoms like chest pain and dyspnea?
What is a common complication associated with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) that presents with lung infiltrates and symptoms like chest pain and dyspnea?
'International Society of Thrombosis and Hemostasis Scoring System for DIC' is primarily utilized for assessing the severity of which condition?
'International Society of Thrombosis and Hemostasis Scoring System for DIC' is primarily utilized for assessing the severity of which condition?
'Hemorrhage' is identified as a leading cause of preventable death after trauma, accounting for up to what percentage of deaths within the first 24 hours post-injury?
'Hemorrhage' is identified as a leading cause of preventable death after trauma, accounting for up to what percentage of deaths within the first 24 hours post-injury?
What is the primary goal of transfusion protocols during massive transfusion protocol (MTP)?
What is the primary goal of transfusion protocols during massive transfusion protocol (MTP)?
In the context of sickle cell disease (SCD), what should be avoided in patients to prevent vaso-occlusive crises?
In the context of sickle cell disease (SCD), what should be avoided in patients to prevent vaso-occlusive crises?
What is the significance of the ABC Score in the activation of massive transfusion?
What is the significance of the ABC Score in the activation of massive transfusion?
What is one of the key issues associated with stored blood that can complicate transfusions?
What is one of the key issues associated with stored blood that can complicate transfusions?
What is the primary effect of PaO2 in the perioperative management of Hemophilia?
What is the primary effect of PaO2 in the perioperative management of Hemophilia?
What is the role of different blood products during a Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP)?
What is the role of different blood products during a Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP)?
Which factor plays a critical role in the anesthetic management of patients with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)?
Which factor plays a critical role in the anesthetic management of patients with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)?
What is the main reason for avoiding sickle cell trait complications during anesthesia for patients with SCD?
What is the main reason for avoiding sickle cell trait complications during anesthesia for patients with SCD?
What is the key effect of MBT in massive transfusion protocols?
What is the key effect of MBT in massive transfusion protocols?
What should be avoided when managing hemorrhage to prevent further deterioration according to the ABC Score?
What should be avoided when managing hemorrhage to prevent further deterioration according to the ABC Score?
What are the expected lab findings in Acquired von Willebrand Syndrome (AvWS)?
What are the expected lab findings in Acquired von Willebrand Syndrome (AvWS)?
What is the primary defect in von Willebrand Disease (vWD) types 1 and 2?
What is the primary defect in von Willebrand Disease (vWD) types 1 and 2?
What is the role of Thromboelastography (TEG) in assessing coagulopathies?
What is the role of Thromboelastography (TEG) in assessing coagulopathies?
What is the main treatment approach for patients with Hemophilia B?
What is the main treatment approach for patients with Hemophilia B?
How does Factor V mutation contribute to resistance to anticoagulant effect on protein C?
How does Factor V mutation contribute to resistance to anticoagulant effect on protein C?
What does a base deficit measurement reflect in patients undergoing massive blood transfusion?
What does a base deficit measurement reflect in patients undergoing massive blood transfusion?
Why are coagulation tests with long processing times not helpful in managing rapidly evolving blood loss?
Why are coagulation tests with long processing times not helpful in managing rapidly evolving blood loss?
What is the target mean arterial pressure (MAP) for resuscitation in patients undergoing massive blood transfusion?
What is the target mean arterial pressure (MAP) for resuscitation in patients undergoing massive blood transfusion?
