Blood Transfusion Quiz

List 4 indications for infusion of blood or blood products.

• Anemia, Hemorrhage, Surgery, Infection

• Anemia, Hemorrhage, Surgery, Coagulation disorders

• Anemia, Dehydration, Surgery, Coagulation disorders

• Anemia, Hemorrhage, Dehydration, Infection

Name 6 transfusable components and the function of each component.

• Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets, Plasma, Cryoprecipitate, Albumin

• Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets, Plasma, Cryoprecipitate, Immunoglobulin

• Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets, Plasma, Cryoprecipitate, Fibrinogen

• Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets, Plasma, Cryoprecipitate, Hemoglobin

How long does a cross match blood test last for?

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

• 72 hours

• 96 hours

Explain what the rhesus factor is.

• A protein found on the surface of red blood cells that determines blood type.

• A protein found in plasma that determines blood type.

• A protein found on the surface of white blood cells that determines blood type.

• A protein found in platelets that determines blood type.

Which blood type is considered the universal recipient?

• Type A

• Type B

• Type AB

• Type O

What does the presence of Anti-A antibodies in the blood indicate?

• The person has type A blood

• The person has type B blood

• The person has type AB blood

• The person has type O blood

What does the presence of Anti-B antibodies in the blood indicate?

• The person has type A blood

• The person has type B blood

• The person has type AB blood

• The person has type O blood

What is the function of platelets in the blood?

• To carry oxygen

• To fight infections

• To clot blood

• To produce antibodies

What is the function of plasma in the blood?

• To carry oxygen

• To fight infections

• To transport nutrients, hormones, and proteins

• To produce antibodies

What checks should you do before administering the blood?

• Check the patient's temperature

• Verify the patient's identity and blood type

• Ensure the patient has eaten

• Check the patient's blood pressure