Clotting Drug Knowledge

Clotting Drug Knowledge

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Question 1 of 15

1. Question
What action does Tranexamic Acid have
- Anti-fibrinolytic
- Anti-platelet
- Anti-clotting
- Anti-haemorrhagic
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Question 2 of 15

2. Question
Which protein does Tranexamic Acid bind to within a clot
- Plasminogen
- Plasmin
- Platelets
- Fibrin
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Question 3 of 15

3. Question
Tranexamic Acid is most effective when given early within an indicated trauma patient, True or False
- True
- False
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Question 4 of 15

4. Question
What action does Heparin have
- Anti-coagulant
- Anti-fibrinolytic
- Anti-platelet
- Anti-haemorrhagic
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Question 5 of 15

5. Question
How does Apixaban work to prevent blood clot formation
- By inhibiting specific clotting factors
- By breaking down fibrin in existing clots
- By inhibiting platelet aggregation
- By blocking vitamin K synthesis
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Question 6 of 15

6. Question
Tenecteplase works to break down formed clots by
- Activating the Fibrinolytic system within the body
- Reducing the amount of platelets within the body
- Increasing heart rate and blood pressure to move clots
- Activating the Anti-fibrinolytic system within the body
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Question 7 of 15

7. Question
What is the primary purpose of anticoagulant medications
- To prevent the formation of blood clots
- To increase the viscosity of blood
- To treat high blood pressure
- To decrease platelet production
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Question 8 of 15

8. Question
Which of the following is not an anticoagulant medication
- Clopidogrel
- Warfarin
- Aspirin
- Heparin
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Question 9 of 15

9. Question
Heparin is often administered in what form for rapid anticoagulation in emergency situations
- Intravenous bolus
- Subcutaneous injection
- Oral tablet
- Intramuscular injection
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Question 10 of 15

10. Question
What is the mechanism of action of antiplatelet medications such as aspirin
- Inhibits platelet aggregation
- Dissolves existing blood clots
- Increases red blood cell production
- Lowers blood pressure
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Question 11 of 15

11. Question
Which medication is typically administered to reverse the effects of heparin in case of excessive bleeding
- Protamine sulfate
- Vitamin K
- Naloxone
- Adrenaline 1:10000
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Question 12 of 15

12. Question
What is the primary concern when administering thrombolytic medications
- Risk of bleeding
- Hypertension
- Allergic reactions
- Decreased heart rate
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Question 13 of 15

13. Question
Warfarin primarily works by
- Inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors
- Promoting the formation of blood clots
- Reducing platelet aggregation
- Breaking down existing blood clots
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Question 14 of 15

14. Question
What is INR (International Normalized Ratio), and why is it important in patients taking anticoagulants
- INR is used to monitor Anticoagulant's effect on blood clotting and guide dosing
- INR is a measure of insulin resistance in diabetic patients
- INR is a measure of platelet count
- INR measures kidney function in patients taking Warfarin
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Question 15 of 15

15. Question
Apixaban belongs to which class of medications
- Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)
- Beta-blockers
- Calcium channel blockers
- Thrombolytics
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