An Individual with Hemophilia Generally Lacks or Has Very Low

question 80

True/False

An individual with hemophilia generally lacks or has very low numbers of platelets.

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Definitions:

Colostomy

A surgical procedure to create an opening in the abdominal wall for the elimination of waste, connecting a part of the colon to the surface of the abdomen.

Red and Moist

Describes a wound healing environment where the presence of bright red tissue and a moist surface indicates the process of healthy tissue regeneration.

Appliance Pouch

A medical device that collects waste from the body, commonly used after certain types of surgery like colostomies.

Urostomy Pouch

A medical device attached to the body to collect urine after a urostomy, where urine is rerouted outside the body.