Describe the pathophysiology and outcome of a hemolytic blood transfusion reaction

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Hemolytic transfusion reaction happens when

pt received incompatible blood

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what happens when pt recieves incompatibel blood

Pt antibodies recognize transfused RBCs as foreign and attacks them causing transfused RBC’s to be destroyed (hemolysis)

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hemolytic blood transfusion reactions can be…

life threatening leading to hypotension/shock, abnormal bleeding, decreased urine output, and renal failure.

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