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Which condition might indicate the need for a plasma transfusion?

Acute kidney injury
Thrombocytopenia
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Congenital absence of clotting factors (correct)

What is the shelf life of whole blood stored under standard conditions?

35 days (correct)
14 days
28 days
21 days

Which of the following is NOT a reason for platelet transfusion?

Abnormal platelet function
Burns (correct)
Platelet count below 10,000 platelets/µL
Treatment of bleeding

What must be included on the blood bag label before transfusion?

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When should platelets be administered after extraction?

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Flashcards

Plasma Transfusion

A blood product containing clotting factors used to treat patients with bleeding disorders or deficiencies.

Platelet Transfusion

A blood product containing platelets used to treat low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) or bleeding disorders.

Blood Product Shelf Life

Platelets must be used within 3 days of collection and Whole blood has a shelf life of 35 days. Frozen RBCs and plasma can be stored up to 3 years.

Blood Bag Inspection

The blood bag must be carefully checked for any abnormalities, including punctures, gas bubbles, color changes, and consistency issues.

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Blood Bag Labeling Requirements

The blood bag label must be clear and contain the client's name, identification number, blood type, donor number, product type, and expiration date.