signs & symptoms
bleeding
What is a common sign of thrombocytopenia?
aspirin
what medications should a patient avoid?
patient history and clinical examination
what is the 1st step to determine thrombocytopenia?
recent hemorrhage , cancer, HIV, cirrhosis, exposure to radiation
what is past health history?
Hemorrhage
What is a major complication of thrombocytopenia?
hemorrage
what is the main compication?
platelet count is decreased
what is a classic indication of thrombocytopenia
depakote, lasix, penicillin, chemotherapy agents
what are medications that can cause thrombocytopenia?
lasix, anti-inglammatory, penicillen, chemotherapy agents, depacote
Which drugs can cause this condition?
altered RBC morphology such as sperocytes, small, globular RBCs
What are anemia characteristics of thrombocytopenia?
Fever, lethargy, petechiae, bruising
what is objective data
petechiae and ecchymoses
What skin manifestations of thrombocytopenia?
apply firm pressure to bridge of nose or use an ice bag over the bridge of your nose
How to stop a nose bleed in a patient with thrombocytopenia?
CBC, bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, history and physical examination
what are diagnostic tests for thrombocytopenia?
splenomegaly, abdominal distention
What is a GI manifestation of thrombocytopenia?
subtle confusion, headache or seizures or coma
WHat are vascular problems associated w/ this condition?
manicures, pedicures, dental cleaning