Blood administration Flashcards
What is the Universal Donor?
O Neg
Who is the rh factor primarily important for?
Women of childbearing age
Who is the Universal Recipient?
AB Positive
What is the time limit a blood infusion rate should not exceed?
Four hours
How fast can fresh frozen plasma be infused?
As fast as the patient can tolerate
What Type of patients is FFP indicated for?
Active bleeding or documented Coagulated deficiencies
What do you treat patients with hemophilia A with?
Cryoprecipitate
What is the smallest gauge catheter you can use for blood administration?
20 gauge
What temperature is considered abnormal for patient receiving a blood transfusion?
Above 38°C
What type of solution should you never used to infuse blood?
Dextrose solutions
What are Two subtle indications of a blood transfusion reaction?
Increased heart rate and temperature
What electrolyte may become depleted with blood transfusion?
Calcium
