blood clotting and with alterations Flashcards
what is clotting
formation of a platelet plus at the site of vascular damage
- is activated when the collagen that lines the blood vessels is exposed
can result with injury
what is perfusion
passage of fluid through blood vessels to an organ or tissue
what are red blood cells? what do they do? how long do they live for?
red blood cells are known as Erothycytes
- red blood cells transfers C02 and 02
-3 months 120 days
what is hemoglobin? what do they do?
hemoglobin is a protein in the blood that carries 02
-found in red blood cell
what are white blood cells?
-leukocytes
-part of the body immune system
what are platelets? how long do they live for?
fragments that forms clots to prevent bleeding
-7days
enoxaparin is
a anticoagulant that is given subQ used for low risk or impaired kidney function
warfarin is and what needs to be mointerd
is a long term anticoagulant
-INR
clopidogrel is
reduces the ability of platelets to stick together:reduces clot formation risk
Heprin is and what needs to be assessed? what can this cause
an anticoagulant that can be given IV+subQ
-thrombocypenia
-platelets need to be assessed
epoetin alfa does what
stimulates bone marrow to produce RBC
what is the nurses role in transfusion? what is the max time until blood is expired
- Verify donor unit is correct
- not expired
3.mointer for pt reactions for the 1st 10 min(vs,HR,Temp)
4.complete blood transfer within 4hrs
-4hrs staring from when it left the fridge
What is thrombocytopenia? Risk?assesment?manifestations?
What are some thrombocytopenia precautions
-use soft brush
-use an electric razor
Avoid floss
Wear good footwear
Hold pressure if a bleed appears for 3-5mins
Use caution with the noes and ears
Avoid nsaids and salictyes
Be aware when going to the dentist —> risk for bleeding
