Transfusion & Coagulopathies Flashcards
1
Q
Bite cells pathognomonic for what disease?
A
G6PD-deficiency. Heinz bodies removed by macrophages.
2
Q
When is empiric, initial TXA indicated for massive bleeds?
A
OBGYN, Trauma. Not GIB.
3
Q
TEG has been studied in what patient populations?
A
Cardiac surgery, liver transplant, trauma.
4
Q
TXA side effect?
A
seizures. VTE.
5
Q
Viruses that can cause thrombocytopenia? (7)
A
EBV. HIV. Parvo. Mumps. Varicella. Hep C. Rickettsia.
6
Q
Reversal agent for dabigitran?
A
Idarucizumab.
7
Q
Reversal agent for Xa-inhibitors?
A
Andexanet Alfa
8
Q
Target fibrinogen level in MTP?
A
>
- Transfuse cryo.