Aplastic Anemia

Question 1

What is aplastic anemia also known as?

Answer 1

Pancytopenia

All elements are low in this condition.

Question 2

What is the primary cause of aplastic anemia?

Answer 2

Sudden cessation of bone marrow activity or elements

Question 3

What are the three elements affected in aplastic anemia?

Answer 3

• RBC — anemia
• WBC — infection
• Platelet count — bleeding

Question 4

What is the screening test for diagnosing aplastic anemia?

Answer 4

CBC

Question 5

What is the confirmatory test for aplastic anemia?

Answer 5

BMA (bone marrow aspiration) under anesthesia

Question 6

What is the common site for a bone marrow aspiration?

Answer 6

Posterior iliac crest

Question 7

What is a key management strategy for aplastic anemia?

Answer 7

Blood transfusion

Question 8

What type of blood transfusion is ideal for aplastic anemia?

Answer 8

Fresh whole blood: 3 elements complete

Question 9

What precautions should be taken to prevent infection in aplastic anemia patients?

Answer 9

• Reverse isolation
• Private room with HEPA filter
• N95 mask inside

Question 10

What types of activities should be avoided to prevent bleeding in aplastic anemia patients?

Answer 10

Non-contact sports

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Isometric exercises like _______ are recommended for aplastic anemia patients.

Answer 11

Yoga

Question 12

What solitary play activities are suggested for patients with aplastic anemia?

Answer 12

• Playing cards
• Solitaire
• Manika named Ruth
• Rubik’s cube