Blood Transfusions Flashcards
1
Q
Universal donor type?
A
O neg
2
Q
Universal recipient type?
A
AB+
3
Q
What are the 3 types of Transfusion Reactions?
A
- Hemolytic
- Allergic
- Febrile
4
Q
S/S of blood transfusion reactions?
A
- SOB
- Chest pain/tightness
- Fever
- Back pain
- Anxiety
- Tachycardia
- Hypotension
5
Q
Actions if a blood transfusion reaction occurs?
A
- Stop transfusion,
- Change IV tubing down to IV site and keep IV open with NS,
- Notify MD + blood bank
- Stay with pt to monitor S/S
- Return blood bag/tubing/labels to blood bank
- Document
6
Q
How long does the RN stay with the pt after a blood xfusion is started?
A
15mins
