Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
Fall 2014
Document Type
Project
Course Number
NURS 5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology
Professor’s Name
John D. Chovan, James R. Cacchillo
Keywords
Hemophilia, Treatment Modalities, Blood Diseases
Subject Categories
Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases | Medical Pathology | Nursing
Abstract
Hemophilia is a sex-linked recessive coagulation disorder that varies in severity. The implications and complications of hemophilia can be life threatening; pathology is usually diagnosed during childhood and adequate management is essential in maintaining health. Advanced practice nurses treat a variety of hemophilia patients in varying roles throughout the lifespan as hemostasis is a constant physiologic process. Thorough knowledge of the pathophysiology, signs/symptoms, and treatment modalities related to hemophilia is necessary to provide the highest level of comprehensive medical care to such patients. Hemophilia care is continued throughout the lifespan, and newer research indicates that current treatment modalities can initiate further pathophysiologic processes that can require additional medical care and vigilance.
Recommended Citation
Dinneen, Daniel, "Hemophilia A: Pathophysiology and Treatment Strategies" (2014). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 25.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/25