#1
What is hemophilia?
A genetic disorder affecting the blood's ability to clot properly
ExplanationImpairs clotting, leading to excessive bleeding.
#2
What is the most common form of treatment for hemophilia?
Replacement therapy with clotting factor concentrates
ExplanationClotting factor replacement is standard treatment.
#3
Which of the following is a symptom of hemophilia?
Easy bruising
ExplanationBruising occurs due to impaired clotting.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a type of hemophilia?
Hemophilia D
ExplanationHemophilia D is not a recognized type.
#5
What is the primary symptom of hemophilia?
Excessive bleeding
ExplanationExcessive bleeding is a hallmark symptom.
#6
Which factor deficiency is primarily associated with hemophilia A?
Factor VIII
ExplanationFactor VIII deficiency causes hemophilia A.
#7
In which chromosome is the gene responsible for hemophilia located?
Chromosome 9
ExplanationHemophilia gene is on Chromosome 9.
#8
What is the inheritance pattern of hemophilia?
X-linked recessive
ExplanationGenetic disorder inherited on the X chromosome.
#9
What is the term for an episode of spontaneous bleeding into the joints in hemophilia?
Hemarthrosis
ExplanationJoint bleeding is known as hemarthrosis.
#10
Which of the following clotting factors is deficient in hemophilia B?
Factor IX
ExplanationHemophilia B is due to Factor IX deficiency.
#11
What is the most common cause of death in individuals with severe hemophilia?
Intracranial hemorrhage
ExplanationSevere hemophilia can lead to fatal brain bleeding.
#12
Which of the following is a complication of hemophilia treatment?
Increased risk of infection
ExplanationTreatment may increase infection risk.
#13
Which of the following activities should be avoided by individuals with hemophilia?
Horseback riding
ExplanationRisk of injury and bleeding with horseback riding.
#14
What is the name of the clotting factor that is deficient in hemophilia C?
Factor XI
ExplanationFactor XI deficiency causes hemophilia C.
#15
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing inhibitors in patients with hemophilia?
Type of clotting factor treatment received
ExplanationTreatment type affects inhibitor development risk.
#16
What is the name of the clotting factor that is deficient in hemophilia D?
Factor VII
ExplanationHemophilia D involves Factor VII deficiency.
#17
Which clotting factor is deficient in acquired hemophilia?
Factor VIII
ExplanationAcquired hemophilia involves Factor VIII deficiency.