What Is the Most Common Preventable Error Occurring Among the Nursing

question 57

Multiple Choice

What is the most common preventable error occurring among the nursing and medical staff that results in a transfusion-related death?

• A) Alloantibody misidentified
• B) Improper patient identification
• C) Specimen mislabeled
• D) Incorrect crossmatch procedure

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Definitions:

Placenta

An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby while removing waste products from the baby's blood.

IUD

An intrauterine device, a small contraceptive device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

Birth Control

Methods, devices, or medications used to prevent pregnancy, allowing individuals or couples to determine the timing and spacing of childbirth.

HAART

Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy, a treatment regimen for HIV/AIDS that uses a combination of several antiretroviral drugs to suppress the virus and stop the progression of the disease.