After a severe auto accident, a patient has
been taken to the trauma unit and has an estimated blood loss of more than 30% of his blood volume. The nurse prepares to administer which product?
a. Albumin
b. Whole blood
c. Packed red blood cells
d. Fresh frozen plasma
ANS: B
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