A 6-year-old boy was taken to see his pediatrician because of tiny pinpoint spots that had appeared on his upper torso 3 days earlier. A CBC revealed 70% blasts, and a platelet count of 18 x 109/L
A bone marrow aspirate and biopsy indicate a diagnosis of ALL.
Which of the following cytochemical stains would be positive in this case?
a. MPO
b. LAP
c. NSE
d. PAS
Correct Answer: D
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Your patient has been involved in a motor vehicle collision. He has a contusion on his forehead, is confused, and is bleeding from his nose. His heart rate is 90 beats per minute, blood pressure is 80/58 mmHg, respirations are 20 breaths per minute, and his skin is cool and clammy. Which of the following sets of injuries should you suspect?
A) Head injury and spine injury B) Head injury, spine injury, and internal bleeding C) Head injury and internal bleeding D) Head injury