AP BIOLOGY

THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM

TRANSFUSION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A client is brought to the emergency department having experienced blood loss due to a deep puncture wound. A 3 unit Fresh-frozen plasma (FFP) is ordered. The nurse determines that the reason behind this order is to:
A
Provide clotting factors and volume expansion
B
Increase hemoglobin, hematocrit, and neutrophil levels
C
Treat platelet dysfunction.
D
Treat thrombocytopenia
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -After terminating the transfusion during a reaction, what action should the nurse immediately be taken next? an amniocentesis will be ordered.

Detailed explanation-2: -After terminating the transfusion during a reaction, which action should the nurse immediately be taken next? Run a solution of 5% dextrose in water.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Correct Answer is : C. Vital signs. The nurse must assess the vital signs before and 15 minutes after the procedure so that any changes during the transfusion may indicate a transfusion reaction is happening.

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