The nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department who has experienced a below-the-knee traumatic amputation
The nurse anticipates the use of a whole blood transfusion because the client has lost _____ % of the total blood volume in the accident.
Standard Text: Round answer to the nearest whole number.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: 30
Rationale: Blood loss can be treated with a number of different intravenous fluids. The nurse knows that whole blood will be used when the client loses 30% or more of the total blood volume.
Global Rationale: Blood loss can be treated with a number of different intravenous fluids. The nurse knows that whole blood will be used when the client loses 30% or more of the total blood volume.
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