A patient undergoing a hip replacement has autologous blood on standby if a transfusion is needed. What is the primary advantage of autologous transfusions?
A) Safe transfusion for patients with a history of transfusion reactions
B) Prevention of viral infections from another person's blood
C) Avoidance of complications in patients with alloantibodies
D) Prevention of alloimmunization
Ans: B
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The primary advantage of autologous transfusions is the prevention of viral infections from another person's blood. Other secondary advantages include safe transfusion for patients with a history of transfusion reactions, prevention of alloimmunization, and avoidance of complications in patients with alloantibodies.
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