Pathophysiology
What is hemolytic Anemia?
Destruction of hemolysis of RBCs at a rate that exceeds production
What specific manifestation is due from the increased destruction of RBCs thus increasing bilirubin levels
Jaundice
Maintenance of _____ function is a major focus of treament
Renal
What is Polycythemia
Increased number of RBCs
There is a possibility this condition could be ______
Hereditary
Which organs would be enlarged?
Spleen
Liver
*Due to their hyperactivity related to macrophage phagocytosis of defective erythrocytes
Blood Clots
Leg Pain
Chest pain
Name a few things that cause the destruction of the RBCs
Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Name a few lab test that would be tested
Factor Assay
PTT
INR
Thrombin Time
Platelet Count
What treatment could help introduce healthy RBCs
Blood Transfusion
What are some symptoms of polycythemia
Headache
Vertigo
Pruritis
Paresthesia
Angina
Hepatomegaly
What kind of treatment is used for polycythemia
Reduction of blood volume (500ml every 2 months)
Primary treatment is the replacement of deficient ______ factors
Clotting
What kinds of things would you want to educate your patient on doing
Stay hydrated
Walk frequently