1
Q
what type of transfusion is most likely if a bacterial contamination is seen
A
platelet transfusion
2
Q
what steps should be taken if bacterial contamination of blood products suspected
A
stop transfusion, ABCDE, document
culture patient and donor blood
broad spec antibiotics
inform lab
3
Q
when would a transfusion associated circulatory overload present
A
rest distress within 6 hours of transfusion
4
Q
when would a delayed haemolytic reaction to a transfusion usually present and what antibody is involved? is it extra or intra vascular
A
5-10 days post transfusion
IgG
extravascular
5
Q
in a delayed haemolytic reaction what type of antibodies are seen
A
alloantibodies (IgG)
