31 Questions
Which of the following is an indication for using blood products in veterinary medicine?
Anaemia
What can happen if blood products from another animal are given to an animal?
Anaphylactic responses
Which blood product is commonly used in equine practice?
Platelet rich plasma
What is the recommended storage temperature for fresh frozen plasma?
-20 to -40°C
Which blood product is indicated for TCP with life-threatening bleeding?
Platelet rich plasma
What is the storage duration for cryoprecipitate?
1 year
Which blood product is indicated for hypoproteinaemia and coagulation factor deficiencies?
Fresh frozen plasma
What is the recommended storage temperature for stored plasma?
-20 to -40°C
Which blood product is indicated for hypoproteinaemia and some coagulopathies?
Cryo-poor plasma
Which blood product is indicated for haemophilia A(B) and hypofibrinogenaemia?
Cryoprecipitate
Which of the following animals must be cross-matched every time before receiving a blood transfusion?
Cats
What is the recommended volume of blood to be given per kilogram for dogs with a PCV greater than 40%?
20 ml/kg
What is the recommended volume of blood to be given per kilogram for cats, sheep, and goats with a PCV greater than 30%?
10 ml/kg
What is the recommended rate of infusion for dogs with cardiac failure?
4 ml/kg/hr
What is the recommended duration for completing the infusion of a blood bag?
4 hours
Which of the following adverse effects can be fatal during a blood transfusion?
Haemolysis
What is the recommended dose of Diphenhydramine for managing transfusion reactions?
2-4 mg/kg
Which of the following animals should always be cross-matched before receiving a blood transfusion?
Dogs
What is the recommended starting rate of infusion for a blood transfusion?
1-3 ml over 5-10 minutes
What is the purpose of using a blood giving set during a blood transfusion?
To remove microthrombi
Which of the following is NOT a sign that can help determine the need for a blood transfusion in animals?
Blood glucose level
What is the purpose of Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) in veterinary medicine?
To prevent coagulopathies
Which of the following is NOT a potential indication for using Oxyglobin in veterinary practice?
Hypoproteinaemia
What is the main advantage of autotransfusion in veterinary medicine?
It prevents premature RBC death
Which blood group is considered the most important in dogs?
DEA 1.1
What is the significance of DEA 1.1 blood group in dogs?
It is associated with severe transfusion reactions
Which of the following statements about blood typing in cats is true?
Naturally occurring alloantibodies can lead to severe antibody reactions
Which blood group is considered the 'universal donor' in horses?
AaQa-negative
Why is it important to crossmatch blood in horses within the first 7 days?
Horses destroy other red cells very fast
Which of the following is a potential risk associated with using human products in veterinary medicine?
Severe IM diseases
Which of the following is not an indication for using Blood products in veterinary medicine
Hypertension
Test your knowledge on blood products and their indications in veterinary medicine. Learn about the various conditions that may require blood transfusions and the potential risks associated with these products. Explore transfusion triggers and their application in different animal practices.
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