Introduction to Blood and Blood Products

Question 1

Which of the following blood components would be indicated if a patient’s hemoglobin was reported at 62g/L?

Answer 1

Hemoglobin

Question 2

A and B antigens are expressed in the plasma. True or False?

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Which of the following is true regarding transfusion of packed red blood cells?

Answer 3

RBCs must be transfused through a blood administration filter

Question 4

Match the following

Answer 4

Question 5

Blood components can be initiated without group, screen and crossmatching, when patient condition is severe and a delay for screening may contribute to patient demise.
True or False?

Answer 5

True

Question 6

A 34yo female trauma patient presents to ED in profound hemorrhagic shock. Massive transfusion protocol is activated. Which of the following blood components would the lab send for this un-crossmatched patient.

Answer 6

O negative

Question 7

Which of the following are required with transfusion of blood and blood products? Select all that apply.

Answer 7

Monitor for transfusion reactions including vital signs and temperature
Ensure appropriate consent and tracking documentation completed
Informed consent
Implied consent

Question 8

Which of the following is correct regarding Platelet transfusion

Answer 8

All of the above
ABO/Rh non-identical products can be transfused if identical products are unavailable.

Rarely required outside of life-threatening hemorrhage

Are stored at room temperature to preserve function

Question 9

To determine if frozen plasma is indicated for abnormal coagulation test results, the cause of the elevation must be determined for targeted therapy. True or False?

Answer 9

true