WorksheetsDisseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 2mins
What is the main characteristic of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)?
Blood clotting in the lungs
Diffuse small vessel thrombosis and hemorrhage
Large vessel thrombosis
Blood clotting in the heart
What are the common symptoms of DIC?
Shortness of breath and chest pain
Nausea and vomiting
Joint pain and swelling
Fever and chills
What is a relatively common cause of DIC?
Allergic reactions
Excessive exercise
Food poisoning
Cancer and complications of pregnancy
How is DIC diagnosed?
Blood test
Ultrasound
MRI scan
X-ray
What is the treatment for DIC?
Physical therapy
Treating the underlying cause and giving platelets or fresh frozen plasma
Surgery
Antibiotics
What percentage of people admitted to the hospital are affected by disseminated intravascular coagulation?
About 10%
Around 5%
Less than 1%
More than 20%
What is the prognosis for DIC patients?
80-90% survival rate
20-50% survival rate
50-70% survival rate
Less than 10% survival rate
What is the most common cause of DIC with sepsis infection?
Bacterial gram-negative septicemia
Transfusion reaction
Snake bites
Frostbite
What are the common sites of bleeding in DIC?
Gastrointestinal tract and nose
Skin and muscles
Eyes and ears
Lungs and liver
What are the common symptoms of DIC?
Fever and chills
Joint pain and swelling
Shortness of breath and chest pain
Nausea and vomiting
