Patients at a Greater Risk for Transfusion-Associated Graft Versus Host

question 20

Multiple Choice

Patients at a greater risk for transfusion-associated graft versus host disease (TA-GVHD) include all the following except

• A)Fetuses
• B)Older adults
• C)Patients with Hodgkin's disease
• D)Hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients

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Definitions:

Heat Loss

Heat loss refers to the transfer of body heat to the surrounding environment, which can occur through processes such as radiation, conduction, convection, and evaporation.

Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body expends energy or burns calories, influencing weight and energy levels, varying according to activity, genetics, and health status.

Restless

The state of being unable to stay still or calm, often due to anxiety, boredom, or other conditions.

Increase Patient Activity

A healthcare objective aiming to enhance the physical movement and exercise levels of patients for better health outcomes.