A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is in hemorrhagic shock and has a prescription for packed red blood cells. Which type of blood can be administered to the client while awaiting blood from a type and cross-match?

Type AB

Type O

Type A

Type B

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   Type AB blood is the universal plasma donor but is not typically used for packed red blood cell transfusions.
B.   Type O negative (O-) is the universal donor for packed red blood cells and can be administered to patients of any blood type in an emergency.
C.   Type A blood is not universally compatible and should be matched for the ABO system.
D.   Type B blood is not universally compatible and should be matched for the ABO system.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Shaking the ampule is not necessary and can create air bubbles in the solution.
B. Snapping the top of the ampule towards the hands is not recommended, as it can cause injury. The top should be snapped away from the nurse.
C. Sterile gloves may be worn for other aspects of the procedure, but it is not necessary to wear them specifically when withdrawing medication from the ampule.
D. Using a filter needle helps prevent glass particles from entering the syringe when withdrawing medication from an ampule.

A. Client has a BMI of 16 B. History of type 2 diabetes mellitus C. Client is a nonsmoker D. Budesonide 6 mg PO qd

Correct Answer is ["A","B","D"]

Explanation

A. Low body mass index (BMI) can be associated with malnutrition, which may compromise the immune system and increase susceptibility to infection.
B. Diabetes can weaken the immune system and increase the risk of infections.
C. Smoking is a risk factor for various health issues, but it is not a direct factor that increases susceptibility to infection in this context. The client is a non-smoker.
D. Budesonide is a corticosteroid, and prolonged use of corticosteroids can suppress the immune system, making the individual more susceptible to infections.

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A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is in hemorrhagic shock and has a prescription for packed red blood cells. Which type of blood can be administered to the client while awaiting blood from a type and cross-match?

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Correct Answer is D

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Correct Answer is ["A","B","D"]

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