TY - BOOK AU - Green, David [1934-] AU - Ludlam, Christopher A. TI - Fast facts : bleeding disorders T2 - Fast facts SN - 1908541385 PY - 2013/// CY - Abingdon PB - Health Press KW - BLOOD COAGULATION DISORDERS N1 - Normal hemostasis -- Assessment of bleeding symptoms -- Vascular purpuras -- Platelet disorders -- Pharmacological hemostatic products -- Hemophilia -- Von Willebrand disease -- Uncommon congenital coagulation disorders -- Liver and kidney disorders -- Pregnancy -- Perioperative bleeding -- Disseminated intravascular coagulation -- Anticoagulants and antithrombotic agents N2 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Most hemorrhagic problems are emergencies, requiring rapid diagnosis and prompt management to stop bleeding. In some cases, such as nose bleeds, large bruises and heavy menses, it is the clinician’s responsibility to discern whether the patient has a clinically significant bleeding disorder that may predispose to excessive or potentially serious bleeding. Fast Facts: Bleeding Disorders keeps a complex subject simple and clinically oriented. The authors have made numerous updates to this second edition to ensure it provides essential information in a readily accessible format. Fast Facts: Bleeding Disorders remains a comprehensive up-to-date reference that reflects the latest research and clinical guidelines. It will assist primary care providers, physician assistants, nurse-clinicians, pharmacists, residents and doctors in training as they confront the challenges of controlling bleeding in patients with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, platelet disorders and thrombosis, or as a result of antithrombotic or anticoagulant therapy. It is a small book packed with important information, designed to swiftly improve patient treatment and outcomes UR - http://newcomb.eblib.com/patron/FullRecord.aspx?p=1157395 ER -