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What clinical signs are typically associated with Transfusion Associated Circulatory Overload (TACO)?
What clinical signs are typically associated with Transfusion Associated Circulatory Overload (TACO)?
Which of the following populations is at greater risk for TACO?
Which of the following populations is at greater risk for TACO?
What is the immediate action required by the Blood Transfusion Laboratory upon suspicion of a transfusion reaction?
What is the immediate action required by the Blood Transfusion Laboratory upon suspicion of a transfusion reaction?
Which test is NOT part of the post-transfusion sample evaluation?
Which test is NOT part of the post-transfusion sample evaluation?
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In the context of diagnosing adverse transfusion reactions, what does the acronym SABRE stand for?
In the context of diagnosing adverse transfusion reactions, what does the acronym SABRE stand for?
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What is one of the main purposes of cross-matching?
What is one of the main purposes of cross-matching?
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Which factors are required on a blood request form?
Which factors are required on a blood request form?
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What does an electronic cross-match require for successful completion?
What does an electronic cross-match require for successful completion?
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What is the incubation temperature and time required during the immediate spin cross-matching process?
What is the incubation temperature and time required during the immediate spin cross-matching process?
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What characterizes an acute transfusion reaction?
What characterizes an acute transfusion reaction?
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What is a common symptom of acute haemolytic reaction?
What is a common symptom of acute haemolytic reaction?
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What is a typical symptom of Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury (TRALI)?
What is a typical symptom of Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury (TRALI)?
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Which statement is true regarding delayed transfusion reactions?
Which statement is true regarding delayed transfusion reactions?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the criteria for electronic cross-matching?
Which of the following is NOT included in the criteria for electronic cross-matching?
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Which type of allergic reaction is associated with an IgE mediated immune response?
Which type of allergic reaction is associated with an IgE mediated immune response?
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How long does cross-matching usually take?
How long does cross-matching usually take?
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What is a common cause of bacterial infections in transfusions?
What is a common cause of bacterial infections in transfusions?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of transfusion reaction?
Which of the following is NOT a type of transfusion reaction?
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In which situation should a transfusion be immediately stopped?
In which situation should a transfusion be immediately stopped?
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What is a major factor contributing to early transfusion reactions?
What is a major factor contributing to early transfusion reactions?
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How is Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury (TRALI) typically diagnosed?
How is Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury (TRALI) typically diagnosed?
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What is the primary purpose of cross-matching in blood transfusions?
What is the primary purpose of cross-matching in blood transfusions?
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How many major antigens are present in the ABO blood group system?
How many major antigens are present in the ABO blood group system?
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Which of the following statements is true about Landsteiner’s Law?
Which of the following statements is true about Landsteiner’s Law?
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What is the inheritance pattern of ABO blood group antigens?
What is the inheritance pattern of ABO blood group antigens?
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Which of the following blood group systems has the highest number of major antigens?
Which of the following blood group systems has the highest number of major antigens?
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What is the minimum requirement for sample labeling in blood transfusion preparation?
What is the minimum requirement for sample labeling in blood transfusion preparation?
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Which of the following blood group systems includes antigens such as Lea and Leb?
Which of the following blood group systems includes antigens such as Lea and Leb?
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What defines the ABO blood group system compared to others regarding antibodies?
What defines the ABO blood group system compared to others regarding antibodies?
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What key aspect should the blood transfusion laboratory focus on to enhance patient safety?
What key aspect should the blood transfusion laboratory focus on to enhance patient safety?
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Which type of transfusion reaction occurs immediately after the transfusion starts?
Which type of transfusion reaction occurs immediately after the transfusion starts?
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What was the primary error in Case Study 1 regarding the blood transfusion?
What was the primary error in Case Study 1 regarding the blood transfusion?
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In Case Study 2, what issue was identified regarding the erythrocytes that were returned to the laboratory?
In Case Study 2, what issue was identified regarding the erythrocytes that were returned to the laboratory?
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What was the consequence of Patient B receiving the incorrect transfusion in Case Study 3?
What was the consequence of Patient B receiving the incorrect transfusion in Case Study 3?
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What is one of the serious implications mentioned regarding incorrect blood transfusions?
What is one of the serious implications mentioned regarding incorrect blood transfusions?
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What protocol should be ensured to prevent errors in blood transfusion procedures?
What protocol should be ensured to prevent errors in blood transfusion procedures?
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What could be a potential error related to blood storage in Case Study 2?
What could be a potential error related to blood storage in Case Study 2?
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