abnormal bleeding

Question 1

what is defined as abnormal

Answer 1

not expected duration volume lost or additional treatment is required

Question 2

what are the effects of blood loss

Answer 2

blood in the tissues 
blood in the stomach 
blood in airwau 
reduced platelets 
hypovolaemia

Question 3

what is haemostasis

Answer 3

prevention of blood loss

Question 4

how is haemostasis achieved

Answer 4

vascular spasm
formation of platelet plug
blood coagulation
growth of fibrous tissue

Question 5

describe a vascular spasm

Answer 5

smooth muscle in the BV WALL contracts and reduces blood loss