If an Emergency Exists and There Is Not Enough Time

question 23

Multiple Choice

If an emergency exists and there is not enough time to perform a crossmatch for red cells,what is the correct procedure?

• A)Release group O,D-negative whole blood.
• B)Release group O,D-negative red blood cells.
• C)Release group AB fresh frozen plasma until the blood type is performed.
• D)Release ABO-compatible blood based on the patient's prior record in the computer.

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