What are the potential complications of extracorporeal life support? I. clot formation II. extensive bleeding III. hypercapnia IV. increased hemoglobin-oxygen affinity

A. I, II only
B. I, II, III only
C. I, II, IV only
D. II, III, IV only


?ANS: A
A. Correct response: Potential complications of extracorporeal life support, or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, include clot formation and extensive bleeding caused by systemic anticoagulation and technical failure.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation A.
C. Incorrect response: See explanation A.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation A.

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