Immune thrombocytopenia Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 29-year-old woman is brought by ambulance to the emergency department for evaluation of dizziness and heavy menstrual bleeding. The patient's menstrual period began the night before, and she has soaked 8 pads since then. Review of systems is otherwise unremarkable, and she does not have abdominal pain or cramping. Menarche was at age 13, and she typically has regular menstrual periods lasting 4 days with mild bleeding. She takes no medication. Temperature is 37.0°C (98.6°F), pulse is 110/min, respirations are 18/min, and blood pressure is 100/65 mmHg. Physical examination shows petechiae on the lower extremities and small, scattered ecchymoses. Pelvic examination reveals fresh blood in the vaginal canal. Urine pregnancy test is negative, and pelvic ultrasound does not show any abnormalities. Laboratory studies are shown below. Coagulation studies are within normal limits. Peripheral smear shows numerous giant platelets. HIV and hepatitis C testing is pending. After initial stabilization of airway, breathing, and circulation, which of the following is the most appropriate management?  

 Laboratory Test  Result  Reference 
 Hemoglobin  8.1 g/dL  12.0-16.0 g/dL 
 Leukocyte count  5,500/μL  4,500-11,000/μL 
 Platelet count  12,000/μL  150,000-400,000/μL 
 Creatinine  0.8 mg/dL  0.6-1.2 mg/dL 

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