A patient has developed multiple ecchymoses and there is occult blood in the patient's stool. The patient's factor assays are assessed, and factor VIII is found to be decreased
Based on the nurse's understanding of hematologic disorders, what is commonly associated with this patient's condition?
Select all that apply.
1. The patient's platelet count is normal.
2. The patient's prothrombin time is elevated.
3. The patient is diagnosed with hemophilia B.
4. The nurse administers fresh-frozen plasma to the patient per physician's orders.
5. The patient's bleeding time is within normal limits.
Correct Answer: 1,4, 5
The patient has likely developed hemophilia A. With this condition, the serum platelet count, bleeding time, and prothrombin time are within normal limits. The patient would commonly receive fresh-frozen plasma. Type B hemophilia is characterized by a deficiency of factor IX.
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