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Endocrine and Hematologic Emergencies Flashcards

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What is HHNS?

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Hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar non-ketotic syndrome

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Name 5 signs of hyperglycemia

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  • altered mental status
  • fainting
  • sweating
  • rapid cooling
  • dark urination
  • seizures
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What is hemophilia?

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Blood disorder that causes blood to not clot

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What is thrombophilia?

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Blood disorder that causes blood to clot much easier than normal

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What is anemia?

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blood missing an abnormal amount of red blood cells

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