Antithrombin III deficiency is a commonly observed hypercoaguable state. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this condition?
A. A patient with this deficiency usually presents with thrombosis while on heparin or exhibits an inability to become adequately anticoagulated with heparin
B. This deficiency may be either congenital or acquired
C. Thrombotic episodes are related to predisposing events such as operations, childbirth, and infections
D. Treatment involves acutely the administration of fresh frozen plasma followed by long-term treatment with Coumadin
Answer:A
Antithrombin III deficiency is a commonly observed hypercoaguable state. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this condition?
A. A patient with this deficiency usually presents with thrombosis while on heparin or exhibits an inability to become adequately anticoagulated with heparin B. This deficiency may be either congenital or acquired C. Thrombotic episodes are related to predisposing events such as operations, childbirth, and infections D. Treatment involves acutely the administration of fresh frozen plasma followed by long-term treatment with Coumadin