Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client receiving fresh frozen plasma (FFP).
When caring for a client receiving fresh frozen plasma (FFP), the nurse plans client care based on the knowledge that the transfusion will accomplish which of the following goals?
A. Decreased partial thromboplastin time (PT)
B. Stabilized blood pressure
C. Expanded interstitial space
D. Resolved dehydration
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The correct answer to today’s NCLEX-RN® Question is…
A. Decreased partial thromboplastin time (PT)
Rationale: FFP decreases a client’s PT by supplying clotting factors necessary for coagulation.
Main takeaway
Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) is given to clients with clotting disorders because it contains clotting factors necessary for coagulation. Clients who have a partial thromboplastin time greater than 1.5 times normal are candidates for FFP transfusion. FFP does not stabilize blood pressure, expand the interstitial space, or resolve dehydration.
Incorrect answer explanations
B. Stabilized blood pressure
Rationale: If low blood pressure is due to volume loss, the client may receive an isotonic IV fluid or a blood transfusion instead of FFP.
C. Expanded interstitial space
Rationale: FFP is not given to expand the interstitial fluid compartment.
D. Resolved dehydration
Rationale: Although the FFP will provide fluid, this is not why this blood product is administered.
References
Ignatavicius, D. D., Workman, M. L., & Rebar, C.R. (2018). Medical-surgical nursing: Patient centered collaborative care (9th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.
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