To prevent excessive bleeding during surgery a patient with hemophilia A may be given_______________?

Correct answer: B. Factor VIII concentrate

  • A. Whole blood
  • B. Factor VIII concentrate
  • C. Fresh frozen plasma
  • D. Factor IX concentrate

Explanation

Haemophilia A is factor VIII deficiency, so perioperative bleeding is prevented or treated with factor VIII concentrate. Factor IX concentrate is used for haemophilia B, while plasma is less specific and less preferred when concentrate is available.

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