A child has a disease involving an antigen-antibody complex disorder. What treatment regimen does the nurse prepare the family for?
A.
Apheresis
B.
Erythrocytaphoresis
C.
Leukapheresis
D.
Plasmapheresis
ANS: D
Plasmapheresis is used to remove plasma containing harmful substances such as cholesterol, antigen-antibody complexes, and toxins. Erythrocytaphoresis removes red blood cells. Leukapheresis removes white blood cells. Apheresis is a generic term that encompasses all types of these procedures.
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