Flashcards in ITP Deck (12):
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Which lab test marks this disease
Decreased platelet count
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What are common s/s
Sudden bruising
bleeding from gums
Petechiae
2
When does this typically occur
1-4 weeks after a viral illness
3
What are 3 of the lab tests performed
CBC
Bleeding time
Bone marrow aspiration
4
Which things should not be done
Activity
Injections
Aspirin
NSAIDs
5
What are the treatments
Prednisone
Platelet transfusion
IV immunoglobulin
Anti-D antibody
Splenectomy
Bed rest
6
Which med is given if platelet count is 20-50K
Prednisone
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Which med is given if platelet count is < 20k w/o bleeding
IV immunoglobulin
8
Which med is given to prolong the survival of platelets
Anti-D antibody
9
Which med rapidly increases the platelet count
IV immunoglobulin
10
Which med is given if platelets are < 20k with bleeding
IV immunoglobulin
Prednisone
Anti-D antibody
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