A patient is experiencing pinpoint petechial bruising on her upper torso. Her history revealed frequent nosebleeds during her childhood. Clot-based screening assays are within normal reference ranges, and platelet function assays are abnormal

Based on this information, what appears to be defective in this patient?

a. Coagulation factors
b. Platelets
c. The vasculature
d. Fibrinolytic system


Correct Answer: B

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A) Blunt mechanisms of soft tissue injury are not as concerning as penetrating mechanisms. B) Soft tissue injuries are never life threatening. C) Soft tissues include skin, fatty tissue, muscle, and bone. D) Soft tissue injuries may distract the patient and the EMR from more serious injuries.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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