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A client asks the nurse if all donor blood products are cross-matched with the recipient to prevent a transfusion reaction. Which of the following always requires cross-matching?
A. packed red blood cells
B. platelets
C. plasma
D. granulocytes
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
Packed red blood cells contain antigens and antibodies that must be matched between donor and recipient. Choices 2, 3, and 4 do not contain red cells; thus, they require no cross- matching.Pharmacological Therapies
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