The First Step of Hemostasis Is

Question

The first step of hemostasis is
A) coagulation.
B) agglutination.
C) clot retraction.
D) vascular spasm.
E) platelet phase.

Accepted Answer

The first step of hemostasis is vascular spasm. Vascular spasm is the constriction of the blood vessels in the affected area, which reduces the amount of blood flowing through the area and helps to prevent blood loss.