Lecture Notes Review on Hemostasis and Blood Physiology

Flashcards for review on key concepts in hemostasis, blood physiology, and related pathophysiology.

What vitamin deficiency can cause prolonged bleeding after circumcision in a newborn?

Vitamin K deficiency

What characteristic is true about cell membranes?

Cell membranes are flexible.

What is the type of calcium pump?

Uniport calcium pump.

What type of anemia is expected in a 20-year-old female with prolonged menstrual cycles and poor nutrition?

Microcytic anemia.

What is the main extracellular cation?

Sodium.

What represents the second stage of hemostasis?

Platelet plug.

What is the direct mechanism of action of Aspirin in preventing myocardial infarction?

COX inhibition.

What type of transport is depicted in the provided figure?

Primary active transport.

Which group has a higher number of red blood cells?

Adult people.

What percentage of total body weight does intravascular fluid constitute?

5%.

What is the main composition of plasma?

Water.

What is the major source of erythropoietin in adults?

Kidneys.

What coagulant factor is released from platelets?

Platelet factor 3 (PF3).

How long does the extrinsic pathway of coagulation take?

15 seconds.

What type of transport is represented in the question?

Exocytosis.

Enumerate two hormones essential for erythropoiesis.

Erythropoietin and Testosterone.