Question 1

Which of the following is a genetic clotting deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Hemophilia is a genetic clotting deficiency characterized by a deficiency or absence of clotting factors, which can lead to excessive bleeding and difficulty in clotting. Anaphylaxis, aplastic anemia, and hyperthermia are not clotting disorders.

Question 2

Tourniquets provide permanent mechanical hemostasis and enhance visualization by creating a bloodless field.

Accepted Answer

Tourniquets provide temporary mechanical hemostasis to create a bloodless field during surgery, but they do not provide permanent hemostasis.

Question 3

Kitners, Cottonoids, and laps are surgical:

Accepted Answer

Kitners, Cottonoids, and laps are all types of surgical sponges used for various purposes during a surgical procedure.

Question 4

Elective surgery patients may be asked to discontinue use of which medication to prevent drug-therapy-induced platelet dysfunctions?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin can cause platelet dysfunction, leading to increased bleeding risk, which is why patients may be asked to discontinue its use before undergoing elective surgery.

Question 5

Which blood type is considered the universal recipient?

Accepted Answer

Blood type AB is considered the universal recipient because individuals with this blood type have both A and B antigens on the surface of their red blood cells, which allows them to receive transfusions of any blood type without causing an immune reaction.

Question 6

Avitene, Gelfoam, and Surgicel are examples of mechanical methods of hemostasis.

Accepted Answer

Avitene, Gelfoam, and Surgicel are examples of topical hemostatic agents, not mechanical methods of hemostasis. Mechanical methods would include techniques like suturing, ligation, or the application of pressure.

Question 7

Two members of the surgical team must perform the checks of identification information: patient armband, blood and Rh type, unit number, and expiration date prior to administration of any blood products to a patient.

Accepted Answer

This is a standard protocol in hospitals to ensure patient safety and prevent transfusion errors. The two members of the surgical team must independently verify the patient's identity and blood product information before administering any blood products.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a method of achieving hemostasis?

Accepted Answer

"Apportional" is not a method of achieving hemostasis. The other three options, chemical, mechanical, and thermal, are standard methods for achieving hemostasis.

Quiz 11: Hemostasis, Wound Healing, and Wound Closure