What Alternative Type Can Be Given to an O-Positive Person

question 16

Multiple Choice

What alternative type can be given to an O-positive person when group O blood is not available?

• A) A packed cells
• B) B packed cells
• C) AB packed cells
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Bounding Pulse

A strong and forceful heartbeat that can be felt over one of the arterial sites, indicating increased cardiac output or blood pressure.

Low Molecular Weight Heparin

A class of anticoagulant medications used to prevent and treat blood clots, having a lower molecular weight than standard heparin.

Asymptomatic Blood Clot

A blood clot that does not produce any obvious symptoms and can be a silent risk for complications.

Cardiac Output

The volume of blood pumped by the heart per minute, a critical measure of heart function and efficiency.