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Transfusion Reactions Flashcards

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What are features of non- haemolytic febrile reaction?

A

Fever/Chills

Slow/stop transfusion
Paracetamol
Monitor

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What are features of minor allergic reaction?

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Pruritis
Urticaria

Temporarily stop transfusion
Anti histamine

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What are features of Anphylaxis?

A

Hypotension
Wheeze
Dyspnoea
Angioedema

Stop transfusion
IM adrenaline

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What are features of acute haemolytic reaction?

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Fever
Abdo pain
Hypotension

Stop transfusion
Send blood for direct Coombs
Check blood matches correct patient

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What are features of Transfusion associated circulatory overload?

A

Pulmonary Oedema
HTN

Slow/stop transfusion
Consider diuretic

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What are features of Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury?

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Hypoxia
Hypotension
Pulmonary infiltrates on CXR
Fever

Stop transfusion
Supportive Care

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What are features of delayed haemolytic transfusion reaction?

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IgG antibodies
Presents 5-7 days post transfusion with pyrexia, fatigue, jaundice and low Hb

Positive Coombs test

Monitor and supportive care

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