Blood Transfusion Principles and Packed RBCs Quiz
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How rapidly should packed RBCs be transfused?

  • As rapidly as tolerated
  • Over 4 to 6 hours
  • Over 1 to 2 hours (correct)
  • Over 2 to 4 hours
  • What is the expected increase in hemoglobin with one unit of packed red cells?

  • 3%
  • 5%
  • 2%
  • 1% (correct)
  • In which patients are granulocytes transfusions most beneficial?

  • Patients with high hemoglobin levels
  • Patients with low platelet counts
  • Patients with hypertension
  • Infected patients with low granulocyte counts not responding to antibiotics (correct)
  • What is the purpose of administering plasma in transfusions?

    <p>To expand volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are platelets usually administered?

    <p>4 units every 30 to 60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is fresh frozen plasma recommended to be transfused rapidly?

    <p>Because coagulation factors become unstable after thawing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of administering Albumin to patients in hypovolemic shock or with hypoalbuminemia?

    <p>To elevate the level of circulating albumin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which condition is Factor IX Concentrate primarily indicated?

    <p>Hemophilia B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major function of Fresh Frozen Plasma in terms of its content?

    <p>Provide stable coagulation factors including Factor V and VIII</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blood component is a plasma derivative rich in factor VIII, fibrinogen, and fibronectin?

    <p>Cryoprecipitate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Prothrombin Complex in terms of deficiencies it aims to address?

    <p>Address congenital or acquired deficiencies of certain factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What precaution should be taken with Platelets when administered?

    <p>Must be HLA (human leukocyte antigen) matched</p> Signup and view all the answers

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