Blood Coagulation Flashcards
1
Q
Conditions that predispose a person to the formation of clots and emboli
A
Thromboembolic disorder
2
Q
Disorder in which excess bleeding occurs
A
Hemorrhage disorder
3
Q
What is the action of anticoagulants
A
Interfere with the clotting cascade and thrombin formation
4
Q
What is the action of antiplatelets
A
Alter the formation of the platelet plug
5
Q
What is the action of thrombolytic drugs
A
Break down the thrombus that has been formed by stimulating the plasmin system
6
Q
What is the prototype for antiplatelets
A
Aspirin
7
Q
What is the prototype for anticoagulants
A
Heparin
