Agents used by local application to control bleeding include all of the following except____________?

Correct answer: D. Vitamin-K

  • A. Trannic acid
  • B. Gelatin foam
  • C. Adrenaline
  • D. Vitamin-K

Explanation

Tranexamic acid, gelatin foam and adrenaline can be applied locally to reduce bleeding. Vitamin K acts systemically by promoting synthesis of clotting factors, so it is not a local haemostatic agent.

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