Blood Transfusions
Clinical case #2
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Presentation Mrs. R.B., a 50-year-old teacher, is diagnosed with an upper GI bleed secondary to a perforated ulcer. When it is explained to her that she will need to receive multiple blood transfusions as part of her treatment, she becomes quite anxious. She explains that in the mid-80’s, she received a blood transfusion and contracted hepatitis C as a consequence. Questions to consider:
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