HEME-ONC Flashcards
1
Q
Basophilic stippling on RBC smear is associated with what?
A
Lead poisoning
2
Q
How else can you diagnose lead poisoning?
A
Lead lines on XR in long bones & Lead levels
3
Q
How do you treat lead poisoning?
A
Contact poison control
4
Q
How do you treat sickle cell?
A
Ceftriaxone (Rocefin) + pain meds
5
Q
if a young child has frequent nose bleeds, joint pain, and infections – what do you think of?
A
ALL
6
Q
What would you see on blood smear with ALL?
A
BLASTS
7
Q
An adult who was previously exposed to chemo may be at risk for what? What would you see on lab testing?
A
AML
See Auer rods!!
8
Q
What is the most common clotting issues?
A
Von Willedbrand’s
9
Q
What is 1st line treatment for von willedbrand’s for a patient presenting with menorrhagia?
A
Desmopressin
