According to the UHDDS, a Procedure That Is Surgical in Nature

question 270

Multiple Choice

According to the UHDDS, a procedure that is surgical in nature, carries a procedural or anesthetic risk, or requires special training is defined as a

• A) principal procedure.
• B) significant procedure.
• C) operating room procedure.
• D) therapeutic procedure.

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Definitions:

Type O Blood

A blood type characterized by the absence of A and B antigens on red cells and in plasma, making it a universal donor type for red blood cell transfusion.

Multiple Genes

The involvement of two or more genes in influencing a particular trait, characteristic, or phenotype, often leading to a wider range of possible outcomes.

Trait

A distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.

Universal Recipients

Individuals, typically with AB+ blood type, who can receive red blood cells from any blood type without risk of an adverse reaction due to the absence of anti-A, anti-B, and anti-Rh antibodies.