D.W. returns to the floor after the plasmapheresis. The UAP reports to you D.W.'s vital signs
Based solely on her vital signs, what could be happening with D.W. and why?
What will be an ideal response?
Two common complications after plasmapheresis are hypovolemia from removal of blood volume
and citrate toxicity. Citrate, used as an anticoagulant, can cause hypocalcemia at toxic levels.
Hypotension occurs with both complications. Tachycardia is common in hypovolemia.
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