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Is high Blood Pressure a contraindication to blood transfusion?
High blood pressure is not typically a direct contraindication to blood transfusion. However, if a patient has uncontrolled hypertension or significant cardiovascular issues, transfusion may need to be approached with caution. Monitoring and management of blood pressure during the transfusion process is essential to prevent complications. Ultimately, the decision should be based on a thorough assessment by a healthcare provider.
Is a blood transfusion done as an out patient?
Yes. It can be.
Why might a physician be reluctant to give a blood transfusion?
There are times when a physician will not transfuse a patient. This might be that the hub level is low, but not low enough to make the patient symptomatic. That is blood pressure is stable, spo2 is ok and patient will be feeling fine. Another reason for not giving a blood transfusion is when there is a high temperature.
How does an air embolism occur during a blood transfusion?
Very rarely, an air embolism is created when air is introduced into a patient's veins through the tubing used for intravenous infusion. The danger of embolism is greatest when infusion is begun or ended.
Why would a doctor order intravenous lasix after a blood transfusion?
The patient needs the Red Blood cells, but does not need the extra fluid that is in the pack of blood. The Furosemide/Lasix is given to remove that extra volume. This way the patient will not have edema /swelling in the legs or arms or fluid in the lungs, making it hard to breath.
When is preoperative autologous blood donation appropriate?
PABD is generally indicated when there is a reasonable chance that a blood transfusion will become necessary, when the patient is in adequate health to donate blood, and when there is sufficient preoperative time for the patient to donate.
What patient identifiers are required for samples for transfusion for picking up blood products from the Blood Bank and for identifying the patient prior to transfusion?
that the blood types are the same or compatible
When did it become possible to give a patient a shock patient transfusion that wouldn't kill him?
In the 21st century
How do you make a sentence with the word transfusion?
After an operation, many patients need a blood transfusion.
Why is an intravenous used during a colonoscopy?
An intravenous line is inserted into a vein in the patient's arm to administer, in most cases, a sedative and a painkiller.
What preparation for a lung biopsy does a patient undergo?
Blood tests may be performed before the procedure to check for clotting problems and blood type, in case a transfusion becomes necessary.
Can you write a sentence with the word transfusion?
I survived many years ago by getting a blood transfusion.
