If platelets are ordered before a procedure such as a lumbar puncture or endoscopy to prevent post procedure bleeding, the platelets should be administered: A. 1 week before the procedure B. 1 day before the procedure C. 6 hours before the procedure D. immediately before the procedure

If platelets are ordered before a procedure such as a lumbar puncture or endoscopy to prevent post procedure bleeding, the platelets should be administered: A. 1 week before the procedure B. 1 day before the procedure C. 6 hours before the procedure D. immediately before the procedure

Basic Clinical Lab Competencies for Respiratory Care: An Integrated Approach

5th Edition

ISBN:9781285244662

Author:White

Publisher:White

Chapter23: Insertion And Maintenance Of Intravenous Lines

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