A faculty member is reviewing guidelines for blood transfusions ...

[Jramos095]

A faculty member is reviewing guidelines for blood transfusions with a student whose patient is to receive 2 units of packed red blood cells. Which of the following does the student know about transfusions? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  Do not obtain the unit of blood more than 30 minutes before starting it.
  B.
  Obtain a baseline set of vital signs prior to starting the transfusion.
  C.
  Run the blood transfusion at a slow rate for the first 15 minutes.
  D.
  The transfusion of 1 unit of blood must be completed within 6 hours.
  E.
  Two appropriate health-care providers must check the blood at the bedside.

Question 2

The student studying pediatric hematological disorders learns that anemia can occur in several ways, including which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  Acute or chronic blood loss
  B.
  Altered shape of RBCs
  C.
  Decreased RBC production
  D.
  Increased RBC destruction
  E.
  Lack of functional RBCs

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
Always check institutional policies before transfusing any type of blood product. These options are from the American Association of Blood Banks. Transfusions must be completed within 4 hours.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
The three major causes of anemia include increased destruction of RBCs, decreased production of RBCs, and blood loss. Altered shape and function do not cause anemia.

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