Transfusion Reaction (Noun)
Meaning
Reaction of the body to a transfusion of blood that is not compatible with its own blood; an adverse reaction can range from fever and hives to renal failure and shock and death.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The patient experienced a severe transfusion reaction after receiving a unit of blood that was not properly cross-matched.
- A transfusion reaction can occur when the immune system responds to foreign blood cells, leading to a range of symptoms from mild to life-threatening.
- The nurse closely monitored the patient's vital signs during the blood transfusion to quickly identify any signs of a transfusion reaction.
- In rare cases, a transfusion reaction can cause more serious complications, such as kidney damage or respiratory distress.
- The hospital's transfusion protocol includes a thorough screening process to minimize the risk of a transfusion reaction in patients receiving blood products.