Asked by
Yvette Barron
on Oct 20, 2024Verified
A patient receiving a unit of whole blood begins to complain of "feeling funny" and having chills.The nurse assesses that the patient has dyspnea,hypotension,and tachycardia.Which blood transfusion reaction should the nurse suspect?
A) Febrile
B) Circulatory overload
C) Hemolytic
D) Allergic
Hemolytic
Hemolytic relates to the destruction or breakdown of red blood cells, which can lead to various health issues such as anemia.
Circulatory Overload
A medical condition characterized by an excessive volume of fluid in the bloodstream, leading to hypertension and edema.
Blood Transfusion
The process of transferring blood or blood products from one person into the circulatory system of another.
- Understand the principles of blood transfusion and recognize and respond to transfusion reactions.
Verified Answer
AK
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles of blood transfusion and recognize and respond to transfusion reactions.