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1.

Define anemia and list the general manifestations for all types of anemias

2. Describe the pathophysiology of sickle cell anemia

3. Describe the three steps involved in blood coagulation.

4. Describe diagnostic tests that can be employed to identify and monitor bleeding disorders.

5. Describe how and explain why each the following factors would affect hemostasis.

a) Liver disease
b) Ingestion of aspirin
c) Prolonged antibiotic therapy
d) Administration of heparin
e) Vitamin K deficiency
f) Prolonged inactivity (sitting on a plane)
g) Polycythemia
h) Thrombocytopenia

6. Describe the pathophysiology and manifestations of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation


(DIC)

7. Explain why each of the signs or symptoms occur with leukemia

a. Weight loss and fatigue


b. Anemia
c. Thrombocytopenia
d. Multiple infections
e. Increased bleeding and severe hemorrhage
f. Kidney stones
g. Fever
h. Lymphadenopathy
i. Splenomegaly and hepatomegaly
j. Bone pain

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