Hematologic disorders

Question 1

Condition characterized by overproduction of platelets, causing increased likelihood of coagulation/clotting problems - especially thrombosis

Answer 1

Thrombocytosis

Question 2

Occurs when clotting partially or fully occludes a vein or artery

Answer 2

Thrombosis

Question 3

A group of red blood cell (RBC) disorders that are inherited, characterized by the production of abnormally “sickle” or “C” shaped red blood cells.

Answer 3

Sickle cell disease (SCD)

Question 4

Common disorders caused by SCD

Answer 4

Vasoocclusive crisis
Anemia
Leukocytosis

Question 5

SCD red blood cell complications

Answer 5

Thrombosis
Hypoxia
Short RBC lifespan

Question 6

Reduced hemoglobin or RBC levels in the blood

Answer 6

Anemia

Question 7

The blood has the inability to the clot well, or at all

Answer 7

Hemophilia

Question 8

S/S of anemia

Answer 8

Fatigue, weakness
Pale skin
Difficulty catching breath
In rare cases, angina

Question 9

S/S of SCD

Answer 9

Pale skin
Hypotension
Dehydration
In some cases, jaundice
SOB
Body aches
Fever

Question 10

What other diseases may SCD mimic?

Answer 10

Opiate withdrawal, and appendicitis