Hemophilla

Question 1

Hemophilia A is a deficiency of factor # ____

Answer 1

VIII, sex linked recessive

Question 2

During an acute bleeding episode, you should apply____ for 15 mins and apply___

Answer 2

Pressure, ice

Question 3

What does hemarthrosis mean

Answer 3

Bleeding into the joints. During bleeding time immobilize the extremity to prevent dislodging the clots that do form. Tx elevate the extremity above the heart

Question 4

What drug can you apply topically to stop bleeding

Answer 4

Epinephrine or the topical fibrin foam

Question 5

What is the name of the frozen factor VIII given to hemophilia a

Answer 5

Cryoprecipitate

Question 6

Hemophilia is a_____disorder

Answer 6

Bleeding