Hematologic & Lympathic Disorders Flashcards
What is the primary treatment for iron deficiency anemia?
Iron supplements and dietary modifications
What test confirms sickle cell disease?
Sickledex test, hemoglobin electrophoresis
What medication is used to reduce RBC suckling in sickle cell disease?
Hydroexyurea
What vitamin deficiency causes pernicious anemia?
Vitamin B12
What is the hallmark symptom of folic acid deficiency anemia?
Beefy red tongue
What is the hallmark cell found in Hodgkin’s lymphoma?
Reed-Sternberg cells
What type of leukemia is most common in children?
Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)
What medication is used to manage hyperuricemia in leukemia patients?
Allopurinol
What treatment is commonly used for multiple myeloma?
Chemotherapy, steroids, stem cell transplant
Which leukemia has the slowest progression?
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
What is the main treatment for hemophilia A?
Factor VIII replacement therapy
What blood disorder involves excessive RBC production?
Polycythemia very
What is a major risk with thrombocytopenia?
Spontaneous bleeding
What is the life-threatening complication of DIC?
Uncontrolled bleeding
What medication removes excess iron from blood transfusions?
Deferoxamine
What is the primary treatment for lymphedema?
Symptomatic management, compression therapy
What is the first-line treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma?
Radiation and chemotherapy
What infection commonly causes lymphangitis?
Streptococcal infection
What is the most common presenting symptom of multiple myeloma?
bone pain, often in the back or ribs
What medication class is used in polycythemia Vera to prevent blood clotting?
Anticoagulants
