While Undergoing Plasmapheresis, the Donor Experienced Numbness Around His Mouth

question 2

Multiple Choice

While undergoing plasmapheresis, the donor experienced numbness around his mouth, which is indicative of citrate toxicity. How can this be treated?

• A) Administering exogenous sodium
• B) Administering exogenous potassium
• C) Administering exogenous calcium
• D) Decreasing the extracorporeal volume

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