Bruising (PG)

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1. Which of the following is a common cause of easy bruising in older adults? *
2. Which medication class is most commonly associated with increased bruising? *
3. Which blood test is most useful to assess platelet function in unexplained bruising? *
4. Which condition involves immune-mediated destruction of platelets, leading to bruising? *
5. What feature would raise concern for non-accidental injury in a child with bruising? *
6. Which vitamin deficiency is classically associated with easy bruising and bleeding gums? *
7. What is petechiae? *
8. Which inherited condition causes prolonged bleeding and easy bruising due to clotting factor deficiency? *
9. Which of the following features suggest systemic cause of bruising? *
10. Which liver function parameter is often elevated in liver-related coagulopathy? *
11. Which test would you order if you suspect thrombocytopenia in a patient with bruising? *
12. Which of the following is a typical cause of bruising in athletes? *
13. What should you do if a patient on warfarin develops extensive spontaneous bruising? *
14. Which skin change may be confused with bruising but is due to hemosiderin staining? *
15. Which of the following symptoms would warrant urgent haematology referral in a patient with bruising? *
16. Which condition causes fragile skin and easy bruising due to collagen abnormalities? *
17. What might be the significance of bruising and splenomegaly in a young adult? *
18. Which type of purpura is typically non-palpable and related to platelet abnormalities? *
19. Which factor can falsely lower platelet count on testing? *
20. What is the correct management for uncomplicated minor bruises? *