The Nurse Practitioner

Comparison of Coagulation Pathway Defects

Introduction A comparison of defects affecting the intrinsic, extrinsic, and common coagulation pathways is provided in the table below, focusing on common disorders, relevant lab tests, an…

comparison of Thrombocytopenia conditions (ITP, TTP, HUS, DIC, HIT) and key nursing focuses

Feature   Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopen…

Lab Findings and Nursing Focus in Congenital Platelet Disorders

Below is a summary of typical lab findings and key nursing considerations for several congenital platelet disorders: Click here for Nursing Quiz on  Congenital Platelet Disorders Disorder  …