Dental OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the Dental OSCE Exam with comprehensive questions and interactive study tools. Enhance your clinical skills and knowledge with detailed explanations and scenarios. Achieve exam success and bolster your dental career!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.

What is the normal range of platelet count in patients?

50k-200k
150k-400k
200k-600k
100k-300k

The correct answer is: 150k-400k

The normal range of platelet count in patients typically falls between 150,000 to 400,000 platelets per microliter of blood. This range is important because it indicates the level of platelets necessary for proper blood clotting and overall hemostatic function. When the platelet count is within this range, it signifies a healthy capacity for the body to respond to bleeding and injury. A count below this range may indicate thrombocytopenia, which can lead to excessive bleeding or bruising, while a count above can suggest thrombocytosis, potentially leading to clotting issues. This understanding is crucial for diagnosing hematological disorders and managing patients effectively in a clinical setting.