Normal saline is the only IV fluid which is compatible with our blood. Given before to flush blood from the iv catheter and after to rinse it to make the site patent.
Heparin is given after a transfusion to prevent blood clotting.
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Antamine is given 30 minutes before a blood transfusion. This is to assess for allergic reactions.
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A standard blood transfusion usually involves giving one unit of blood, which is about 500 milliliters or roughly a pint.
if im correct 2 hours
The blood given by transfusion must be matched with the recipient's blood type. Incompatible blood types can cause a serious adverse reaction (transfusion reaction). Blood is introduced slowly by gravity flow directly into the veins
A Group and Screen is taken pre transfusion, this is to check the blood group to ensure the patient recieves the correct blood group.
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Yes it can be given slow IV push and can be diluted with Normal Saline or D5W
Twice normal saline refers to a solution that is twice as concentrated as normal saline, which has a sodium chloride concentration of 0.9%. This higher concentration can be used in medical settings to quickly replenish fluids and electrolytes in patients who are severely dehydrated or experiencing certain medical conditions.